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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7634798 | System and method for enhanced broadcasting and interactive television An enhanced interactive television broadcast is disclosed wherein an audio/video broadcast is viewed on a first display system, and an “enhancement” to the broadcast is simultaneously viewed or experienced on a second, separate display system. The “enhancement... | 12/15/2009 |
| 7409700 | System and method for enhanced broadcasting and interactive An enhanced interactive television broadcast is disclosed wherein an audio/video broadcast is viewed on a first display system, and an “enhancement” to the broadcast is simultaneously viewed or experienced on a second, separate display system. The “enhancement... | 08/05/2008 |
| 5946401 | Linear speaker array A sound delivery system comprises at least one elongated speaker mounting element. A multiplicity of individual speakers are mounted in the mounting element to form a linear array of speakers with each speaker being adapted to radiate sound in a direction... | 08/31/1999 |
| 5802190 | Linear speaker array A sound delivery system comprises at least one elongated speaker mounting element. A multiplicity of individual speakers are mounted in the mounting element to form a linear array of speakers with each speaker being adapted to radiate sound in a direction... | 09/01/1998 |
| 5794533 | Speed control apparatus for waterway traveling vehicle A speed control apparatus for a waterway traveling vehicle which can guide the vehicle when it is traveling along the waterway, while applying a damping force to slow or stop the vehicle. A turning frame is provided in the waterway and is guided by a guid... | 08/18/1998 |
| 5793470 | Latent-image projection system and method A latent image projection system, and related method, for displaying entertaining visual effects and optical illusions by projecting a polarization-encoded latent image onto a polarization-preserving viewing screen. The latent image is revealed using a po... | 08/11/1998 |
| 5764980 | Method for coordinating production of an animated feature using a logistics system A computer animation production system (2) for processing digital image data is disclosed. The computer animation production system (2) contains at least one information processing device (44-76) for enabling at least one user to develop, utilize and enha... | 06/09/1998 |
| 5739462 | Method and apparatus for creating pyrotechnic effects A pyrotechnic device includes a launcher for launching and igniting a plurality of pyrotechnic stars for creating an aerial fireworks display. The launcher comprises a launching tube having an igniter that ignites the pyrotechnic stars as they are being e... | 04/14/1998 |
| 5671091 | Virtual easel An improved computer graphic work station is disclosed of the type that includes a digitizer for allowing an artist or other user to input a drawing into a computer, and an imaging device to produce an image of the drawing as it is being drawn. A beam spl... | 09/23/1997 |
| 5629595 | Method and apparatus for an amusement ride having an interactive guided vehicle An apparatus and method in which a vehicle is guided along a path defined by a centerline and left and right boundaries parallel to and spaced laterally on opposite sides thereof and in which a passenger in the vehicle can steer it for lateral movement be... | 05/13/1997 |
| 5627338 | Fireworks projectile having distinct shell configuration A system and method for launching projectiles, such as fireworks projectiles, which explode in the air into a pyrotechnic display. The projectile includes a shell constructed from a binding agent and an explosive additive which explodes the shell into sma... | 05/06/1997 |
| 5623878 | Dynamic ride vehicle A dynamic ride vehicle for executing a sequence of distinct motion patterns and for providing unique ride experiences in an amusement park attraction or other environment includes a movable chassis and a body having a passenger seating area. A motion appa... | 04/29/1997 |
| 5595121 | Amusement ride and self-propelled vehicle therefor The present invention provides an amusement ride having a self-propelled electric powered ride vehicle capable of maximum acceleration of about 0.3 to as much as about 1.1 G's in either direction using a unique pinch wheel drive system, and including an o... | 01/21/1997 |
| 5590605 | Conveying device with self steering powered caster A transport system for moving along a track on a support surface. The system includes a body, a guide system and a powered self-steering caster assembly. The guide system cooperates with the track to apply lateral forces to the body to guide it along a pr... | 01/07/1997 |
| 5588914 | Method and system for guiding a user in a virtual reality presentation A virtual reality system is provided in which a user can be guided within a virtual space to a specific destination within a specific time while providing the impression that the user is free to roam the virtual space at will. A leader object or "virtual ... | 12/31/1996 |
| 5585967 | Three dimensional virtual image system A method and apparatus for display of a three dimensional virtual image is provided. The present invention allows one or more objects, real images and virtual images to be displayed at one or more of an arbitrary number of depth levels along a viewer's li... | 12/17/1996 |
| 5583844 | Programming device and method for controlling ride vehicles in an amusement attraction This disclosure relates to a ride vehicle for use in an amusement attraction. The ride vehicle mounts a passenger supporting structure upon a motion base, so that the passenger supporting structure may be articulated about one or more axes as the vehicle ... | 12/10/1996 |
| 5577961 | Method and system for restraining a leader object in a virtual reality presentation A virtual reality system is provided in which a user can be assured of reaching a destination in a virtual world within a specific time while providing the impression that the user is free to roam the virtual space at will. A virtual leader is projected i... | 11/26/1996 |
| 5572749 | Helmet mounting device and system A helmet mounting device which allows a helmet to be securely mounted to a user's head in a desired alignment, without irritating chin straps, is provided. The device includes a frame and a liner with a retention band that can be uniformly tightened about... | 11/12/1996 |
| 5564984 | Double hull amusement ride vehicle A vehicle that provides safe and stable transportation of passengers, yet allows passengers, including wheelchair-bound passengers, to quickly enter and exit the vehicle without climbing up or down and without stepping on the seats has been provided. The ... | 10/15/1996 |
| 5556340 | Amusement ride assembly with rotating tube synchronized with an image An amusement ride attraction, with a rotating tube and an image is disclosed that is, relatively inexpensive and compact. The viewer stands inside the rotating tube, and the forces applied to the viewer are in automatic synchronization with the projected ... | 09/17/1996 |
| 5551920 | Motion base A motion base for an apparatus for subjecting a user to sensory experience is provided. The motion base has a motion generator for moving a platform about at least one axis of rotation. The platform supports the user such that the user's center of gravity... | 09/03/1996 |
| 5545092 | Special effects spark generating system A system and method for generating special effects showers of sparks for use in theme park shows and rides. A flint rod is biased with fluid pressure against a cutting wheel of this system. When a clutch is actuated for a brief predetermined time period, ... | 08/13/1996 |
| 5542604 | Drinking fountain with sound effects A drinking fountain having a spout, a human actuatable valve for controlling the flow of water from the spout, a basin for collecting the water and a drain pipe. An audio system includes a speaker wherein the speaker is mounted to the drain pipe in such a... | 08/06/1996 |
| 5544228 | Method and apparatus for transmission of full frequency digital audio The present invention is a method for transmitting full frequency digital audio signals over a network in real time and for providing access to a remote sound server. The present invention is preferably practiced using ISDN and is useful for remote castin... | 08/06/1996 |
| 5540622 | Water slide The present invention provides a water slide which includes a device for reducing the impact felt by riders or users when they contact the slower-moving water at the bottom of an incline. Such slower moving water can be particularly injurious to a user wh... | 07/30/1996 |
| 5529382 | Passenger restraint system An over-the-shoulder passenger restraint system that operates in three modes and permits fine adjustments of two pairs of pivoting elements, one pair located behind and above the passenger's shoulders, the second pair located in front of the passenger is ... | 06/25/1996 |
| 5526750 | Fireworks projectile having combustible shell A system and method for launching projectiles, such as fireworks projectiles, which explode in the air into a pyrotechnic display. The projectile includes a shell constructed from a binding agent and an explosive additive which explodes the shell into sma... | 06/18/1996 |
| 5493281 | Method and apparatus for remote synchronization of audio, lighting, animation and special effects Method and apparatus for synchronizing performance of audio, lighting, animation, and special effects programs at a plurality of remote locations, such as on parade floats, in which the programs are stored at each location as digitally-encoded information... | 02/20/1996 |
| 5488508 | Vignetting technique for improving appearance of partially overlapped binocular displays Aperture stops are positioned in the optical train of a partially overlapped binocular display in a such a manner that overlapping portions the binocular boundaries of the left and right fields of view are substantially out of focus, and therefore do not ... | 01/30/1996 |
| 5473990 | Ride vehicle control system This disclosure provides to a ride vehicle for used in an amusement attraction. The ride vehicle mounts a structure upon a hydraulically-actuated motion base, so that the passenger holding structure may be articulated about one or more axes as the vehicle... | 12/12/1995 |
| 5456184 | Lateral energy absorbing device for slot guided vehicle A lateral energy absorbing device for an amusement ride vehicle includes a vehicle chassis with a driver for moving the vehicle along a path, and a vehicle body having an area for holding one or more passengers. Appropriate steering mechanisms are provide... | 10/10/1995 |
| 5453053 | Amusement ride having spinning passenger cars An improved amusement ride and ride vehicle that permit a passenger to control the rotation of a passenger car as the vehicle travels along a ride course. The ride vehicle includes a support tube upon which the passenger car is rotatably mounted and a pas... | 09/26/1995 |
| 5440990 | Electronic time fuze An electronic time fuse for controlling and initiating the explosion of an explosive is provided. The fuse comprises a timing circuit, an energy storage means, and a explosion initiation means. The fuse is initially connected through a two-wire interface ... | 08/15/1995 |
| 5440361 | Method for flattening acetate-based films using steam A method for treating acetate-based films, particularly those having a magnetic particle layer onto which a sound track has been recorded, so that information recorded on the film can be reproduced even when the film has been distorted by heat or humidity... | 08/08/1995 |
| 5421589 | Method and apparatus for displaying an alpha channel virtual image The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for displaying a virtual image and for providing control over the "alpha channel" or transparency of the virtual image. The present invention uses a beam splitter to provide a virtual image to a ... | 06/06/1995 |
| 5421267 | Articulated pinch drive The present invention provides a drive system for a suspended or ground based roller coaster. Each vehicle has an attached drive fin. A plurality of pairs of drive wheels (pinch rollers) are disposed about the track and sequentially engage the drive fin t... | 06/06/1995 |
| 5416847 | Multi-band, digital audio noise filter This disclosure provides a multi-band, digital audio noise filter that is especially useful in the restoration of motion picture film soundtracks. More particularly, the preferred embodiment presented herein utilizes a remote fader board having eight fade... | 05/16/1995 |
| 5409226 | Apparatus for providing position signals The present invention is an apparatus for producing position signals in response to induced pivoting motion of the apparatus by an user. The signals generated by the control device can be used to operate computer systems, entertainment systems, and automa... | 04/25/1995 |
| 5407391 | Negative bust illusion and related method A negative bust illusion is formed of a surface (representing a negative of an object) that presents a concave side to viewers to generate an illusion that the object always gazes at viewers as they move within an enlarged field of view. The negative bust... | 04/18/1995 |
