公开(公告)号：US09235952B2

公开(公告)日：2016-01-12

申请号：US12945889

申请日：2010-11-14

Applicant: Binh T. Nguyen

Inventor： Binh T. Nguyen

IPC: G06F15/16 ,  G07F17/32

CPC classification number: G07F17/3246 ,  A63F13/235 ,  A63F13/31 ,  A63F13/71 ,  G06F3/167 ,  G07F17/3209 ,  G07F17/3211 ,  G07F17/3218 ,  G07F17/3223 ,  G07F17/3225 ,  G07F17/3241 ,  G07F17/3244 ,  G07F17/3251 ,  G07F17/3288 ,  G07F17/34

Abstract: In one embodiment, a peripheral management device may have a controller configured to communicate with a gaming machine and a portable electronic device. The controller may be configured to: (i) receive a peripheral data packet from a gaming machine processor, the peripheral data packet including at least one command; (ii) determine whether to process the peripheral data packet on at least one peripheral device of the gaming machine or at least one virtual peripheral device of the portable electronic device; (iii) generate an instructional data packet for the at least one virtual peripheral device if the peripheral data packet is determined to be processed on the at least one virtual peripheral device; and (iv) transmit the instructional data packet to the portable electronic device.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，外围管理设备可以具有被配置为与游戏机和便携式电子设备进行通信的控制器。 控制器可以被配置为：（i）从游戏机处理器接收外围数据分组，所述外围数据分组包括至少一个命令; （ii）确定是否在游戏机的至少一个外围设备或便携式电子设备的至少一个虚拟外围设备中处理外围数据分组; （iii）如果所述外围数据分组被确定为在所述至少一个虚拟外围设备上被处理，则产生用于所述至少一个虚拟外围设备的指令数据分组; 和（iv）将该指令数据分组发送到便携式电子设备。

公开(公告)号：US09147314B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-29

申请号：US11880680

申请日：2007-07-23

Applicant: David Hugh Muir ,  Binh T. Nguyen

Inventor： David Hugh Muir ,  Binh T. Nguyen

IPC: A63F13/00 ,  G07F17/32

CPC classification number: G07F17/323 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3206 ,  G07F17/3211 ,  G07F17/3227 ,  G07F17/3232 ,  G07F17/3255 ,  G07F17/3262 ,  G07F17/3276 ,  G07F17/329 ,  G07F17/3293 ,  G07F17/34

Abstract: Some implementations of the invention provide methods and devices for various types of adventure sequences that preferably involve, at least in part, wagering games. Such sequences may involve wagering and/or other games at a plurality of gaming devices, tables and/or gaming establishments. Some implementations provide a virtual gaming experience wherein one or more other environments (e.g., environments that include gaming establishments) are simulated at a single location. Accordingly, adventure sequences described herein may comprise stages in one or more virtual environments, stages in one or more real environments or a combination of the two. Virtual players, also referred to herein as player game agents (“PGAs”), may act on behalf of real players. A PGA may be able to play games autonomously, e.g., when the associated player is at a different location and/or is not aware of the PGA's current activities. PGAs may be enabled to negotiate on behalf of real players, e.g., for comps, better pay table percentages, etc.

Abstract translation: 本发明的一些实施方式提供用于各种类型的冒险序列的方法和装置，其优选至少部分地涉及投注游戏。 这样的序列可以涉及在多个游戏设备，桌子和/或游戏场所的投注和/或其他游戏。 一些实施方案提供虚拟游戏体验，其中在单个位置模拟一个或多个其他环境（例如，包括游戏场所的环境）。 因此，本文描述的冒险序列可以包括在一个或多个虚拟环境中的阶段，一个或多个真实环境中的阶段或两者的组合。 这里也称为玩家游戏代理（“PGA”）的虚拟玩家可以代表真实玩家行事。 PGA可能能够自主地玩游戏，例如，当相关联的玩家处于不同的位置和/或不知道PGA的当前活动时。 可以使PGA代表真实玩家进行协商，例如，comps，更好的pay table percent等。

公开(公告)号：US08858323B2

公开(公告)日：2014-10-14

申请号：US13330551

申请日：2011-12-19

Applicant: Binh T. Nguyen ,  Brian Underdahl

Inventor： Binh T. Nguyen ,  Brian Underdahl

IPC: G06F17/00 ,  G07F17/32

CPC classification number: G07F17/3269 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3237

Abstract: Novel gaming networks, devices, and systems for enabling game play on wireless, mobile gaming devices based on the location of the device are described. A mobile gaming device can be used for wagering game play when the device is physically present in an authorized game play zone in a gaming environment and is used by an authorized and verified user. A gaming environment is divided into zones wherein a zone either allows wagering game play on a device or does not. A zone has multiple transmitters that transmit security signals that are detectable by a mobile device at all times while the device is in the zone. An appropriate wireless communication standard can be used to transmit the security signal, such as near-field magnetic communication. The device has at least one user identification and authentication mechanism to ensure that only an authorized user is using the device.

Abstract translation: 描述了基于设备位置的用于在无线移动游戏设备上实现游戏的新型游戏网络，设备和系统。 当游戏设备实际存在于游戏环境中的授权游戏区域中时，移动游戏设备可以用于投注游戏，并被授权和验证的用户使用。 游戏环境被划分为区域，其中区域可以允许在设备上进行游戏游戏或不进行游戏。 区域具有多个发射器，其在设备处于区域中时随时传输可由移动设备检测到的安全信号。 可以使用适当的无线通信标准来传输诸如近场磁通的安全信号。 该设备具有至少一个用户标识和认证机制，以确保只有授权用户正在使用该设备。

公开(公告)号：US08678912B2

公开(公告)日：2014-03-25

申请号：US13329110

申请日：2011-12-16

Applicant: Joseph R. Hedrick ,  Binh T. Nguyen

Inventor： Joseph R. Hedrick ,  Binh T. Nguyen

IPC: A63F9/24 ,  A63F13/00 ,  G06F17/00 ,  G06F19/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  A63F2300/405 ,  G07F17/0014 ,  G07F17/3202 ,  G07F17/3227 ,  G07F17/3237 ,  G07F17/3239

Abstract: A disclosed player tracking unit provides a display and a player tracking controller designed or configured to provide a web-browser on the display. The player tracking unit may include one or more input devices that can receive selections associated with the web-browser. Furthermore, the player tracking unit can include a multimedia board for processing digitally formatted program files for output on the display.

Abstract translation: 公开的玩家跟踪单元提供设计或配置为在显示器上提供网络浏览器的显示器和玩家跟踪控制器。 播放器跟踪单元可以包括可以接收与网络浏览器相关联的选择的一个或多个输入设备。 此外，玩家跟踪单元可以包括用于处理数字格式化的节目文件以在显示器上输出的多媒体板。

公开(公告)号：US08645685B2

公开(公告)日：2014-02-04

申请号：US11567109

申请日：2006-12-05

Applicant: Binh T. Nguyen ,  Craig A. Paulsen ,  David Muir ,  Harry P. Tolles

Inventor： Binh T. Nguyen ,  Craig A. Paulsen ,  David Muir ,  Harry P. Tolles

IPC: G06F21/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3251 ,  G06Q50/34 ,  G07F1/06 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: Methods and devices are described that authenticate portable tokens, such as plastic tokens used in casinos on card tables. The systems and methods assign authentication data to a token. The authentication data is verified when a person tries to redeem value on the token. A person's authentication data may be acquired via an interface provided by a gaming machine, for example, and the authentication data stored so that the authentication information is later be read when someone tries to redeem value on the token. Only a person who presents the tokens and authentication data could then negotiate such tokens.

Abstract translation: 描述了验证便携式令牌的方法和设备，例如卡表上的赌场中使用的塑料令牌。 系统和方法将认证数据分配给令牌。 当人尝试兑换令牌上的值时，会验证身份验证数据。 例如，可以通过由游戏机提供的接口获取个人的认证数据，并且存储所述认证数据，使得当有人尝试兑换令牌上的值时，稍后将读取认证信息。 只有提出令牌和认证数据的人才能协商这样的令牌。

公开(公告)号：US08622838B2

公开(公告)日：2014-01-07

申请号：US11471352

申请日：2006-06-19

Applicant: Joseph R. Hedrick ,  Binh T. Nguyen ,  Mike Kinsley

Inventor： Joseph R. Hedrick ,  Binh T. Nguyen ,  Mike Kinsley

IPC: A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3234 ,  A63F2300/405 ,  G07F17/0014 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3202 ,  G07F17/3239

Abstract: A disclosed a player tracking unit provides a multimedia interface with a display and an interface to one or more sound projection devices and a multimedia board for processing digitally formatted program files for output on the multimedia interface. The player tracking unit may provide menus of audio and video programs, such as a menu for a musical jukebox or a menu for a video-on-demand service. Using a “TV-like” interface, a user may be able to select a program to output on the multimedia interface and control playback features of the program.

Abstract translation: 所公开的播放器跟踪单元提供具有显示器的多媒体接口和与一个或多个声音投影设备的接口和用于处理数字格式化的节目文件以在多媒体接口上输出的多媒体板。 播放器跟踪单元可以提供音频和视频节目的菜单，例如音乐自动点唱机的菜单或用于视频点播服务的菜单。 使用“TV”接口，用户可以选择在多媒体接口上输出的节目并控制节目的播放特征。

公开(公告)号：US08597108B2

公开(公告)日：2013-12-03

申请号：US12619672

申请日：2009-11-16

Applicant: Binh T. Nguyen

Inventor： Binh T. Nguyen

IPC: A63F9/24 ,  A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/3244 ,  A63F13/00 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3211

Abstract: An asynchronous persistent group bonus game system, method and apparatus may have a plurality of gaming machines including a first processor and a bonus server having a second processor. The first processor may be configured to: determine when a bonus game session event is triggered, transmit a bonus game session request to the second processor, and receive an end session notification from the second processor. The second processor may be configured to execute and maintain the always-on asynchronous persistent group bonus game, receive a bonus game session request from at least one of the plurality of gaming machines, instantiate a bonus game session inside the continuous asynchronous persistent group bonus game for the at least one gaming machine, determine when an end session trigger has been triggered for the bonus game session, and transmit an end session notification to the at least one gaming machine if it is determined that the end session condition has been triggered.

Abstract translation: 异步持久组奖励游戏系统，方法和装置可以具有多个游戏机，包括第一处理器和具有第二处理器的奖励服务器。 第一处理器可以被配置为：确定何时触发奖励游戏会话事件，向第二处理器发送奖励游戏会话请求，并从第二处理器接收结束会话通知。 第二处理器可以被配置为执行和维护永久在线异步持久组奖励游戏，从多个游戏机中的至少一个接收奖励游戏会话请求，实例化连续异步持久组奖励游戏内的奖励游戏会话 对于所述至少一个游戏机，确定何时已经为所述奖金游戏会话触发结束会话触发，并且如果确定已经触发了结束会话条件，则向所述至少一个游戏机发送结束会话通知。

公开(公告)号：US20120322563A1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-20

申请号：US13601062

申请日：2012-08-31

Applicant: Binh T. Nguyen ,  Jamal Benbrahim ,  Mark Bansemer

Inventor： Binh T. Nguyen ,  Jamal Benbrahim ,  Mark Bansemer

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3225 ,  A63F13/12 ,  A63F13/34 ,  A63F13/355 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3213 ,  G07F17/3223 ,  G07F17/323 ,  G07F17/3234 ,  G07F17/3239 ,  G07F17/34

Abstract: In some implementations, a local gaming machine is in communication with a remote gaming machine over a data network. A player input requesting a game application is received at the local gaming machine. The requested game application may be located at the remote gamine machine. It is determined whether the requested game application is available for execution on the remote gaming machine. In some instances, determining availability of the requested game application includes determining compliance with interface specifications, licensing specifications and/or jurisdictional specifications. When the requested game application is available for execution, an instance of the requested game application is reserved on the remote gaming machine. When the instance is executed on the remote gaming machine, output data is sent to the local gaming machine over the data network. In some instances, one or more game parameters can be captured from the received output data.

Abstract translation: 在一些实现中，本地游戏机通过数据网络与远程游戏机进行通信。 在本地游戏机上接收请求游戏应用的玩家输入。 所请求的游戏应用程序可能位于远程gamine机器。 确定所请求的游戏应用程序是否可用于在远程游戏机上执行。 在一些情况下，确定所请求的游戏应用的可用性包括确定对接口规范，许可规范和/或管理规范的遵从性。 当请求的游戏应用程序可用于执行时，所请求的游戏应用程序的一个实例被保留在远程游戏机上。 当在远程游戏机上执行实例时，输出数据通过数据网络发送到本地游戏机。 在某些情况下，可以从接收到的输出数据中捕获一个或多个游戏参数。

公开(公告)号：US08308683B2

公开(公告)日：2012-11-13

申请号：US12768431

申请日：2010-04-27

Applicant: Michael J. Leonard ,  Binh T. Nguyen ,  William Webler

Inventor： Michael J. Leonard ,  Binh T. Nguyen ,  William Webler

IPC: A61M31/00

CPC classification number: A61M25/1002 ,  A61M25/0668 ,  A61M25/104 ,  A61M2025/0004 ,  A61M2025/0024 ,  A61M2025/0037 ,  A61M2025/0039 ,  A61M2025/0096 ,  A61M2025/0681 ,  A61M2025/105

Abstract: An agent delivery catheter configured to deliver an agent to an inner surface of a patient's body lumen wall by forming an array of cells defining agent containment chambers at multiple locations along the catheter's shaft, while minimizing ischemic conditions during the procedure.

Abstract translation: 一种药剂递送导管，配置成通过在导管的轴的多个位置处形成限定药剂容纳室的细胞阵列，同时使手术过程中的缺血状况最小化，将药剂递送到患者体腔壁的内表面。

公开(公告)号：US08210927B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-03

申请号：US11094943

申请日：2005-03-30

Applicant: Joseph R. Hedrick ,  Binh T. Nguyen

Inventor： Joseph R. Hedrick ,  Binh T. Nguyen

IPC: A63F13/00

CPC classification number: G07F17/32 ,  A63F2300/405 ,  G07F17/0014 ,  G07F17/3202 ,  G07F17/3227 ,  G07F17/3237 ,  G07F17/3239

Abstract: A disclosed player tracking unit provides a display and a player tracking controller designed or configured to provide a web-browser on the display. The player tracking unit may include one or more input devices that can receive selections associated with the web-browser. Furthermore, the player tracking unit can include a multimedia board for processing digitally formatted program files for output on the display.

Abstract translation: 公开的玩家跟踪单元提供设计或配置为在显示器上提供网络浏览器的显示器和玩家跟踪控制器。 播放器跟踪单元可以包括可以接收与网络浏览器相关联的选择的一个或多个输入设备。 此外，玩家跟踪单元可以包括用于处理数字格式化的节目文件以在显示器上输出的多媒体板。