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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7422332 | Wall structure A wall structure has a first wall and a second wall that faces the first wall. A part of the second wall or the entire second wall is configured as a rear-projection screen. A projector for projecting an image onto the rear-projection screen is arranged between the ... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7367887 | Game apparatus, storage medium, and computer program that adjust level of game difficulty A game apparatus, a storage medium and a computer program, suitable to games that can be experienced by a player using an entire body to play a game. The game apparatus comprises: a storage section for storing a predetermined assigned movement for a player; an assig... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7354351 | False surface for amusement ride special effect A pair of opposed inflatable bladders form a false floor, ceiling or wall having a seam through which an object support is propelled, deforming the inflatable bladders around the support, thereby giving the appearance that an object mounted on the support above the ... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7292392 | Apparatus and method for displaying stereoscopic two-dimensional image An apparatus includes: an image display unit including a display device having an image display surface that displays a two-dimensional image and a microlens array disposed in spaced-apart relation to the image display surface, the image display unit that displays a... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7236301 | Polarized light valve A projection system for making an object appear and disappear to an observer on cue. The system remotely activates a reflective axis and a transmissive axis within a polarized window for making an object on cue appear and disappear. In one aspect, this system contai... | 06/26/2007 |
| 7215830 | Method and device for transforming an object image The present invention relates to a method and a device for transforming an object image, e.g., using a rotation and/or scaling, for showing it on a display unit having a matrix-shaped array of target image points. In order to achieve a rapid and exact representation... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7199344 | Active camouflage using real-time spectral matching An invention is provided for concealing an object. The invention includes a plurality of electromagnetic radiation sources that generate an electromagnetic radiation spectrum, and a controller in communication with the plurality of electromagnetic radiation sources.... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7170679 | Optically active color filter An optically active color filter for controlling the color of light produced by a light source. The color filter includes an optically active device positioned between a linear polarizer and an adjustable position linear polarizer whose orientation can be controlled... | 01/30/2007 |
| 7144114 | Systems and methods for displaying simulated images The invention provides systems and methods for generating a visual image that is made to appear to be situated behind an architectural structure, such as a wall of a building, and is viewed through windows thereof. The image appears as an oversize object relative to... | 12/05/2006 |
| 7132635 | Methods and apparatus for camouflaging objects Methods and apparatus that employ one or more light sources to reduce the ability to recognize or identify one or more objects. In various examples, one or more LED-based light sources are utilized in camouflaging techniques. The apparatus and methods disclosed rela... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7115039 | Contents distribution system for simulation ride system, distribution apparatus for ride contents administration center, simulation ride control apparatus and computer software A contents distribution system for a simulation ride system has a seat rocking unit, a video unit, an acoustic unit, and a simulation ride control apparatus. The simulation ride control apparatus has the simulation ride system controlling operations of the seat rock... | 10/03/2006 |
| 7097307 | Systems and methods for displaying simulated images The invention provides systems and methods for generating a visual image that is made to appear to be situated behind an architectural structure, such as a wall of a building, and is viewed through windows thereof. The image appears as an oversize object relative to... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7040993 | Amusement device with concealed images A children's amusement device has a translucent sheet with hidden images that may be revealed when illuminated from behind. The sheet is laminated with an image disposed on an interior surface of the sheet. The image is substantially hidden from view in ambient ligh... | 05/09/2006 |
| 6929552 | Quick exchange infinity mirror display apparatus and method An infinity mirror display apparatus, and method of manufacture, which allows private and commercial users to rapidly trade out favored display objects to create different infinity display effects for continued viewer interest and enjoyment. The apparatus comprises ... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6834968 | Teleprompter with directional screen A teleprompter configured to project an image to a viewer at a viewer location comprises a single-beam teleprompter projector, configured to project an image to a focal plane, and a directional screen, disposed at the focal plane. The directional screen is configure... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6665985 | Virtual reality theater An interactive theater for creating a perception on the part of the audience that they are immersed in a boundless environment. The projection surface surrounds the audience platform and the ceiling to form a cavity providing a full or apparent 360° proj... | 12/23/2003 |
| 6612935 | Apparatus for generating light effects An apparatus for generating light effects comprising a liquid container having transparent top and bottom walls, partially filled with a transparent liquid. At least one light source is mounted so that an emitted light beam will pass through the liquid co... | 09/02/2003 |
| 6608718 | Method and system for creating false three-dimensional images for amusement A method and system for producing false three-dimensional images for amusement may be used in haunted houses, fun houses, or similar attractions found at fairs, amusement parks, and/or tourist areas. The method includes forming specific color and geometri... | 08/19/2003 |
| 6533670 | Amusement ride with pivotable motion base An amusement ride includes a motion base having multiple degrees of freedom. An audience platform is eccentrically pivotable on top of the motion base about a pivot point that is eccentrically offset from a central region of the audience platform. A motor... | 03/18/2003 |
| 6520861 | Entertainment apparatus, storage medium, and method of displaying an object More reality is given to weather phenomena reflected on an image displayed on a screen of a display unit and an operability of an operatable object. A global weather deciding part 901 decides weather in each global area obtained by dividing the whole map ... | 02/18/2003 |
| 6488590 | Indoor skiing ground facilities having lighting fixtures In skiing ground facilities having a plurality of artificial snow manufacturing apparatuses of ice crushing type, this invention provides a system that is capable of precisely monitoring the respective artificial snow manufacturing apparatuses. This syste... | 12/03/2002 |
| 6462769 | Image correction method to compensate for point of view image distortion An image correction method of compensating for point of view image distortion in pictures includes the steps of obtaining an image at a first position within a predetermined frame, wherein at the first position the image is distorted due to point of view ... | 10/08/2002 |
| 6459076 | On-board camouflage lighting system using directional light sources An object uses light transmitters to control the visible image of the object in order to camouflage the object or to otherwise deceive the vision of observers. The color and intensity of the light emitted from the object is determined by its background, w... | 10/01/2002 |
| 6428419 | Amusement attraction with moveable floor An amusement ride or theater attraction has a moveable floor for guest loading and unloading. A screen displays images. A motion base moves guests in at least one degree of freedom. The moveable floor that has a cutout for the motion base. The moveable fl... | 08/06/2002 |
| 6347999 | Pinball simulator game system The present invention discloses a new pinball simulator game system in which a view from a perspective of a pinball is displayed such that a player experiences a sensation as riding inside the pinball. The experience is further enhanced with a game consol... | 02/19/2002 |
| 6301044 | Apparel color and image effect system A system for producing a visual effect at a surface of apparel worn by a performer including: a latent image projector which projects light comprising polarizer-encoded latent visual information, such as a color and/or an image, enabling the visual effect... | 10/09/2001 |
| 6280341 | Establishment for viewing image The present invention provide an establishment for viewing an image that the Spectators can see the image projected on the sceen from the seat while they move so that the spectators can experience a big change for visual sense, various visual experience a... | 08/28/2001 |
| 6206748 | Simulated weapon using holographic images A simulated weapon is disclosed which uses a hologram, an electric lamp and various other optical components to produce holographic images resembling the rays or beams of ray guns or space guns as portrayed in motion pictures, television programs, video g... | 03/27/2001 |
| 6198503 | Infra-red video key A method and apparatus to isolate the video image of an object, usually a human being, from its background for use in forming a composite image. The viewer's image, with its background, is captured in both visible light and infra-red. In the preferred emb... | 03/06/2001 |
| 6168531 | Soup bowl attraction A simulated soup bowl entertainment attraction, comprising: a bowl-shaped member having a top bounded by a top rim, a bottom permitting light transmission therethrough, and sidewalls connecting the top rim with the bottom; a fog generator producing a fog ... | 01/02/2001 |
| 6139160 | Structure for generating a virtual polyhedral space A structure capable of generating a virtual polyhedral space includes a plurality of walls, each having a first side edge, a second side edge, and a reflective surface. The walls are disposed adjacent one another, with the first side edge of each wall adj... | 10/31/2000 |
| 6135601 | Architectural structure for generating a virtual polyhedral space An architectural structure capable of generating a virtual polyhedral space includes a plurality of walls, each having a first side edge, a second side edge, and a reflective surface. The walls are disposed adjacent one another, with the first side edge o... | 10/24/2000 |
| 6082868 | Color animated air circulating fan The present invention is an air circulating fan which creates optical displays. The fan comprises a housing in a generally circular configuration with a central axis. Also provided is a propeller formed of a plurality of blades mounted for rotational move... | 07/04/2000 |
| 6080067 | Reflective curved container for viewing objects A curved container structure has an interior curved reflective surface for reflecting varied and distorted images of objects placed therein or within the near focal range of the reflective surface. A rigid curved structure is metalized on the interior or ... | 06/27/2000 |
| 6076638 | Special effects elevator An elevator for moving passengers from a first, outside level to a second, inside level at a theme park, and for providing themed special effects during the journey is provided. The elevator includes an elevator car divided into a passenger compartment an... | 06/20/2000 |
| 6017276 | Location based entertainment device An entertainment device is based on a sphere that moves in coordination with visual and auditory stimuli. Audience members are seated inside the sphere in one hemisphere while an image is displayed on the inside of the opposite hemisphere. The sphere is d... | 01/25/2000 |
| 5964064 | Theater with multiple screen three dimensional film projection system A theater includes an audience seating area, a stage and at least three projection screens. Multiple film projectors simultaneously project a three dimensional film onto the three projection screens. Three dimensional film elements appear to move seamless... | 10/12/1999 |
| 5964666 | Falling amusement ride A falling amusement ride which is capable of letting a player enjoy a thrill of dropping to the same extent as in a conventional equipment in spite of its height restrained low is provided. The falling amusement ride has a seat supported so as to go up an... | 10/12/1999 |
| 5951405 | System and method for the realization of scenographic and decorative effects by means of luminous projection of waves of liquid The present invention concerns an opto-mechanical system and method for obtaining scenographic and decorative effects on surfaces suitable as screens. The system includes a container of liquid, such as water and a movable planar element placed inside said... | 09/14/1999 |
| 5871404 | Optical blob In an illusion apparatus for self viewing, a specific element (usually a dark region) of a display is positioned on or about the line connecting the viewer and the center of curvature of a partially reflective partially transparent, convex mirror. The spe... | 02/16/1999 |
