ES1065906U - Drawing mechanism with a variable regulation device for regulating the probabilities of winning - Google Patents

Abstract

Giveaway mechanism with a variable regulation device for the probability of success, being destined to interconnect with a group of machines equipped with the means to run their own games; It is characterized in that it comprises a drum or bass drum (2), within which a predetermined number of balls are established, provided with turning means (12) electrically controlled through a control circuit or CPU (14) with programming software internal; bass drum equipped with a prominent turret-shaped protuberance (10) located on the plane of symmetry perpendicular to the axis (6) of rotation thereof, and of adequate dimensions to allow the passage and accommodation inside of at least one ball, equipped said turret (10) of a mechanism to allow/prevent access/exit one of the balls (3) in play, balls (3) whose total number can be varied to modify the probabilities of success, visually identifiable, and equipped with a internal circuit for identification by means of an electronic reader (13) associated with the CPU (14) through which information and different signals are supplied to the betting terminals (19, 19'', 19''''. ..) referring to the draw that takes place in said mechanism, having provided that the mechanism incorporates means (33) for accessing the CPU software (14) to set the parameters corresponding to the total number of balls contained inside the drum. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

Draw mechanism with device variable regulation of probability of success.

Object of the invention

The present invention relates to a mechanism draw, specifically a device mechanical-electronic, intended to be associated with one or more gaming machines, of similar or different characteristics, to in order to constitute an additional game for them.

The object of the invention is to provide a draw mechanism that allows variation, through regulation planned for this purpose, the probability of success, all in function to reduce or expand the value of the awards.

Background of the invention

Draw mechanisms for machines are known of play, as in the case of the well-known casino roulettes, in which the number of probabilities of success is fixed and is not possible to vary. This brings with it a problem that focuses fundamentally in the fact that when it is necessary to increase the value of the prize corresponding to the success, to balance said increase without changing the value of the bet, it is necessary that chances of success on the part of the player are seen reduced

However to achieve this goal is the draw mechanism must be physically modified, being necessary in some cases, the total replacement of said mechanism, by another mechanism designed specifically based on  the probabilities of success required in the plays, with the consequent economic cost that this implies.

While there are recreational machines that allow to automatically modify the probabilities of success in a certain game, it is purely electronic games, it is say that these modifications are made thanks to software programming, selecting between different options. He problem presented by this type of machines is that the user, in In this case, the player has to rely on "randomness" of the game process, which is governed, as previously said by a certain programming software, not being able to check said player for himself, as happens in the mechanisms "physical" game, that such randomness is totally real.

Description of the invention

The draw mechanism with device variable regulation of probability of success that the invention proposes to solve the problem fully satisfactorily previously exposed in the different aspects commented.

Said mechanism is constituted by a drum / drum-shaped receptacle, container and mixer balls, equipped with device capable of, in random mode, read and identify each and every one of the balls contained in the inside of it. That is why, mechanism and device, are trained to:

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Choose and set aside randomly a ball from a group of balls enclosed in a drum.

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Identify and read the ball chosen

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Return the ball apart, to the grouped set of all the balls.

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Send turn orders in both directions to the bass drum to, as appropriate, mix the balls contained inside or, remove one of the balls for display and reading

This and other objects of the invention are they get through a mechanism according to the claim 1. The particular embodiments of the mechanism object of the invention are defined in the claims Dependents 2 to 11.

More specifically the mechanism that is recommended, intended to be associated with two or more recreational machines, forming all of them a kind of counter or game table, is constituted from a drum or drum, in which set a number of predetermined balls, hype that may be transparent or cage-like, to allow in in any case to the player or players in question, see the balls contained within, equipped with fixing means to the cited game table, with a horizontal axis of rotation, arranged internally to the hype and in whose bosom a mechanism of motorized drive that allows the drum to rotate in one or the other address.

Said hype also presents a prominent turret-shaped protrusion located in a plane of symmetry perpendicular to the axis of rotation, and of suitable dimensions to allow the passage and accommodation inside of at least one of the balls.

Said turret includes in its base a mechanism of opening and closing the access of the balls to the same turret, in order to allow the entry or exit of the balls; consistently said mechanism on a tilt shovel, balanced in such a way that the turn of the bass drum in one direction causes the shovel to swing, closing at through one of its ends the entrance of balls to the turret, while turning in the opposite direction of the hype, causes similarly a tilt of the blade in the opposite direction, of so that the end of it, which prevented the entry of balls, unlocks the passage of the ball inside the turret.

However, the said turret may be oversized in length, to optionally allow Two ball entry.

These balls will present their external surface printed with the number or representation that corresponds to them, being also equipped with an internal identification circuit by means of an electronic reader associated to the control circuit of the Support of the whole draw mechanism set.

So, and through the aforementioned reader electronic, the mechanism of the invention, as it has been commented above may be associated with a set of two or more betting terminals, provided with managing means of collections and payments, as well as development and visualization management of the result of the plays in the form of raffles.

According to the essentiality of the invention, when it is tried to vary the probabilities of success in the bets, will only be necessary, as appropriate, reduce or increase the number of balls housed within the bass drum, and enter in the electronic part of the Device the data referring to the new number of balls, a process that is done very simply,  by accessing the inside of the bass drum in order to proceed to the ordination of the new number of balls, operation that takes out with the opening of the bass drum, operating on the mechanism corresponding, provided in the assembly for this purpose; having as complement to the previous operation, access to the test program and the operation of the controls-controls that allow you to set the desired game mode. One time Performed this operation, the device takes care of fully automatic to compensate for the new order of Probability of success.

Thus, the control circuit or CPU of the device will be electrically associated: to the turning mechanism of the bass drum, controlling both its turn / stop and its position; to the ball identification means; as well as the rest of conventional electronic elements involved in the achievement of raffles; transmitting said data to the set of machines to which the draw mechanism is associated, machines in which each of them will have their corresponding means to run your own games and that, eventually and particularly, may independently or simultaneously, at the will of the player, access information and use data from result of the draws made through the mechanism, to place bets, with which the player of each machine can bet what you see fit, regardless of the rest of players.

In this way a mechanism is achieved extremely versatile, implantable in association with different types of machines, and that allows you to change extremely quickly and simple the chances of success in the draw made by the same, without having to modify the structure of the set.

Description of the drawings

To complement the description that is being performing and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, according to a preferred example of practical realization of it, is accompanied as part member of that description, a set of drawings where with illustrative and non-limiting nature, what has been represented next:

Figure 1.- Shows, according to a representation schematic in perspective, a draw mechanism with device of variable regulation of probabilities of success made of according to the object of the invention and associated with a table of multiplayer game

Figure 2.- Shows an elevation detail side of the bass drum participating in the device of the figure previous.

Figures 3 and 4.- Show respective side elevation details of the mechanism responsible for allow / prevent the transfer of a ball into the turret, in different positions for it.

Figure 5.- Shows, finally, a schematic representation of the different components electronics involved in the invention.

Preferred Embodiment of the Invention List of numerical references used in the figures

one.-

multi-game table

2.-

container and ball shaped mixer mechanism of hype

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numbered ball with visual identification and electronics

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draw mechanism support with anchor to the game table

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draw mechanism support with anchor to the game table

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drum shaft with built-in motor

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tilt lever support shaft for turret balls

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opening and closing mechanism of ball passage to turret interior

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communication space / path of a ball inside of the turret

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turret or outgoing bass drum

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distal end of the turret

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drum rotation motor

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electronic control for reading balls

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device CPU unit

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tilt scoop for ball access to the turret

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tilt shovel shaft

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swing arm support arm

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swing arm closing arm

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gaming machines connected to mechanism and device

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Game machine controls for data access draw mechanism

twenty-one.-

screenshots of game development in each machine connected

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common intercom line between machines and Mechanism CPU

2. 3.-

RGB signal originated in CPU to generate images in machine screens

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lighting elements controlled according to play development

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information panel

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Common alphanumeric panel for results of raffles

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audio signal for each of the machines interconnected

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control means for commissioning the Device with the existence of credits in the machines

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Betting permission signal for the participants in the draw

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CPU information to the number of balls machines who participate in each draw

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regulation setting button

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rotation and stop control to the motor for rotation of the hype

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test access button regulations

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central audio signal for the entire system common

In view of the figures outlined, and in special figures 1 and 2, can be seen as the mechanism of draw that the invention proposes, that in the example of practical embodiment chosen in figure 1 is integrated into a table of game (1), but which could also be associated with different types of recreational machines and for different numbers machines and players without affecting the essence of the invention, is constituted from a drum or drum (2), of spherical configuration, which in the example of the figures is materializes in a kind of cage that allows to see the balls (3) housed inside, but that could also materialize in a sphere of plastic material or any other material transparent.

Said drum (2) is fixed to the game table (1) a from a pair of vertical arms (4), or any type of raised platform to support an axis at the desired height horizontal (6) of rotation, materialized in a cylinder in whose inside an electric motor (12) is established and the corresponding mechanism associated with it to allow the rotation of said hype (2) in one way or another, as well as an opto (32) as controller and detector of the position of the drum (2) and that, acting on a crenellated crown located on the shaft / motor send the data necessary to the CPU for orders to be sent corresponding to the motor (12), on starting, braking and direction rotation.

Said drum (2) has a protuberance in turret shape (10) established on the plane of symmetry perpendicular to the axis (6) of rotation thereof, said turret (10) It is part of solidarity with the outer structure of the drum (2) and It is sized in such a way that it can accommodate a ball in its distal end (11) when required by the circumstances of the game.

The balls (3) will present an identification printed on its outer surface, so that players can see this information, while internally they will have of an identification circuit through an electronic reader (13) external, associated with a control circuit or CPU (14) through  which is related to the different machines that participate in the game table, circuit that will be discussed later.

The aforementioned turret (10) is provided with a mechanism (8) that allows to control the entry of balls (3) to its interior as well as their departure to the meeting with the rest of the balls in the bass drum (2), depending on the direction of rotation of it, so turning the hype in a sense whenever the turret does not house a ball (3) inside, allows the passage of a ball contained in the bass drum, after which it maintains said ball inside preventing its exit, while if the drum rotation (2) occurs in the opposite direction, the turret allows the exit of the ball contained inside, preventing The entrance of a new ball.

For this, the input control mechanism (8) and exit of balls to and from the turret (10) has a shovel (15) tilting on an axis (16), dimensionally and formally suitable to be balanced in such a way that turning the turret (10) in a sense of rotation of the drum (2), one end (17) of the same swing by gravity, closing at its other end (18) access to any ball (3), while when a turn of the drum in the opposite direction, the tilt of the blade (15) It also occurs in the opposite direction, allowing the exit of the ball (3) of the turret (10), and preventing the entrance to the same of a new ball through its lower limb (17), as can be seen in figures 3 and 4. Also, the mechanism (8) has lateral supports (7) for the shaft (16) of the tilt shovel (15).

Optionally the turret (10) can present a longer length to accommodate a second ball inside, also preventing the entry of more balls, in order to establish a second prize or jackpot corresponding to two results in the same draw.

So, and as discussed with previously, varying the number of balls (3) housed in the bass drum (2) and entering in the CPU of the regulation device variable, through its test program, the data corresponding to the new number of balls, several are allowed chances of success in the draws, quickly and simple, without having to modify the structural characteristics Of the device.

The CPU (14) will also be responsible for controlling feeding decorative lighting elements (24) established in an information panel (25) located next to the hype (2), and on which an alphanumeric panel (26) is contained with those data that are considered of interest in the plays; how also, generate audio signals (27) and (34) for information on play in the terminals and in the central unit, giving permission (29) betting on terminals that wish to intervene in the draw and supplying them before each play, information on the number of balls (30) participating in each draw, as well as validating by means of the control (28) the commissioning of the device through the existence of credits in the machines.

Similarly, said CPU (14) will be associated with a turret position control circuit (32) (10), with a push button (33) to access the test regulations / validations of balls in the game, as well as a command  auxiliary button (31) to set the adjustable variations.

Claims (11)

1. Draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, which is intended to interconnect with a group of machines equipped with means to execute their own games; It is characterized in that it comprises a drum or drum (2), in which a number of predetermined balls are provided, provided with electrically controlled turning means (12) through a control circuit or CPU (14) with programming software internal; drum equipped with a protrusion in the form of a prominent turret (10) located on the plane of symmetry perpendicular to the axis (6) of rotation thereof, and of adequate dimensions to allow the passage and accommodation inside of at least one ball, provided said turret (10) of a mechanism to allow / prevent access / exit one of the balls (3) in play, balls (3) whose total number can be varied to modify the probabilities of success, visually identifiable, and provided with a internal circuit for identification by means of an electronic reader (13) associated with the CPU (14) through which information and different signals are supplied to the betting terminals (19, 19 ', 19''...) referring to the draw that occurs in said mechanism, the mechanism having been provided to incorporate means (33) of access to the CPU software (14) to set the parameters corresponding to the total number of balls contained inside the drum. 2. The draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, according to claim 1, characterized in that the mechanism (8) that allows the entry and exit of balls (3) in the turret (10) as well as the exit of the same towards the drum (2), depending on the direction of rotation of the same, it is materialized in a shovel (15) located next to an opening (9) for passage of the balls (3), in which it is tilted on a axis (16), dimensionally and formally suitable to be balanced in such a way that by turning the turret (10) in a direction of rotation of the drum (2), one end (17) of the same swing by gravity, closing by its other end (18) access to any ball (3), while when a rotation of the bass drum occurs in the opposite direction, the tilting of the blade (15) also occurs in the opposite direction, allowing the exit of the ball (3) of the turret (10), and preventing the entry of a new ball through it of his lower limb (17). 3. Draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, according to previous claims, characterized in that the turret (10) is a prolongation of the major circumference of the drum itself (2) that forms an inseparable part of its structure and is it materializes in an element as a cylindrical cage, dimensionally suitable for housing at least one ball (3). 4. Draw mechanism with a variable regulation device for the probability of success, according to claims 1 and 2, characterized in that the turret (10) has a sufficient height to accommodate two balls (3). 5. Draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, according to claims 1 and 2, characterized in that the turret (10) has a structural configuration that allows the ball (3) contained inside to be visually identified. 6. A draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, according to claim 1, characterized in that the drum (2) materializes interchangeably in a spherical crust of transparent material or in a kind of cage of the same configuration, in whose axis of internal rotation (6), of cylindrical configuration, the turning means (12) of the drum are established internally. 7. Draw mechanism with variable probability adjustment device, according to claim 1, characterized in that the drum (2), the information panel (25), and all other mechanical-electronic elements contained in said panel (25) , are properly fixed or attached together, or on top, the set of machines or betting terminals. 8. A draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, according to claim 1, characterized in that the CPU (14) communicates with the different betting machines or terminals (19, 19 ', 19''...) a through a common intercom line (22), including an RGB imager whose signal (23) is also sent to the betting terminals, to supply the necessary data to the game display screens (21). 9. Draw mechanism with variable probability adjustment device, according to claim 1, characterized in that the CPU (14) incorporates data output for feeding decorative lighting elements (24) established in an information panel (25) located next to the bass drum (2), and on which an alphanumeric panel (26) is contained with data that are considered of interest in the plays, as well as audio signals (34) for game information in the information panel (25) , giving bets permission (29) to the terminals that wish to intervene in the draw and supplying them before each play, information on the number of balls (30) that participate in each draw, as well as validating through the control (28) the setting in service of the device through the existence of credits in the machines. 10. A draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, according to claim 1, characterized in that the CPU (14) is associated with a circuit (32) for controlling the position of the turret (10) in its travel orbit . 11. The draw mechanism with a variable probability adjustment device, according to claim 1, characterized in that it incorporates a push-button control (33) for access to the ball regulation / validation test in the game, as well as an auxiliary push-button control (31 ) to set the adjustable variations.