公开(公告)号：US08556709B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-15

申请号：US13188281

申请日：2011-07-21

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Bryan D. Wolf ,  Brian Underdahl ,  Steven G. LeMay

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Bryan D. Wolf ,  Brian Underdahl ,  Steven G. LeMay

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

CPC classification number: G07F17/3281 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3239

Abstract: Various gaming-related services are provided, including but not limited to security services, harm minimization services, player identification services, bonusing/progressive services, accounting services, financial/banking services, network tunneling services, cheating detection services, etc. Such services may be provided, at least in part, by software agents that can be configured for different platforms and/or operating systems. Some software-based player tracking methods of the invention can aggregate data from multiple devices used by a player for gaming.

公开(公告)号：US08221224B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-17

申请号：US11541060

申请日：2006-09-28

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  William Brosnan ,  Craig Paulsen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  William Brosnan ,  Craig Paulsen

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G06Q40/02 ,  G06Q10/10 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3244

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for administering payouts in gaming machines are disclosed. More particularly, improved techniques for distributing large payouts with minimal interruption of a gaming session at a gaming apparatus are disclosed.

公开(公告)号：US20120129587A1

公开(公告)日：2012-05-24

申请号：US13363519

申请日：2012-02-01

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  James Stockdale ,  Bryan Wolf

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  James Stockdale ,  Bryan Wolf

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3225 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3232 ,  G07F17/3262

Abstract: The present invention provides a gaming machine that can play both Class II and Class III games. Some implementations provide a gaming machine that has certain features (e.g., a true random number generator or “RNG”) enabled for Class III play and disabled for Class II play. Some aspects of the invention provide methods for determining when a Class III game is available. Other aspects of the invention allow a player to “line up” for a desired Class III game while playing another game, such as a Class II game or another Class III game, on the same gaming machine until the desired Class III game is available.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种可以玩II类和III类游戏的游戏机。 一些实施方案提供具有为III类播放启用并且对于II类播放禁用的某些特征（例如，真随机数生成器或“RNG”）的游戏机。 本发明的一些方面提供了用于确定何时可以使用III类游戏的方法。 本发明的其他方面允许玩家在同一游戏机上玩另一游戏（例如II类游戏或另一类III类游戏）时，对所需的III类游戏“排队”，直到所需的III类游戏可用。

公开(公告)号：US20120065583A1

公开(公告)日：2012-03-15

申请号：US12882953

申请日：2010-09-15

Applicant: Benjamyn Serna ,  Binh Nguyen

Inventor： Benjamyn Serna ,  Binh Nguyen

IPC: A61M25/10 ,  B05C11/00 ,  B05D3/00

CPC classification number: A61M25/1027 ,  A61L29/08 ,  A61L29/16 ,  A61M25/1029 ,  A61M2025/1031

Abstract: Method of coating an expandable member is provided. The method comprises providing an expandable member with a plurality of folds defined therein, the expandable member having a folded configuration and a fully expanded configuration at a rated nominal pressure. The expandable member is inflated to an initial pressure of from 10% to about 300% of nominal pressure. A therapeutic agent is disposed on at least a portion of the expandable member. The expandable member is partially deflated to an intermediate pressure by withdrawing an amount of inflation medium from the expandable member, and by applying an external force to the expandable member.

Abstract translation: 提供涂覆可膨胀构件的方法。 该方法包括提供具有限定在其中的多个折叠的可扩张构件，该可扩张构件具有折叠构型和在额定公称压力下的完全膨胀构型。 可膨胀构件膨胀至初始压力为标称压力的10％至约300％。 治疗剂设置在可扩张构件的至少一部分上。 可膨胀构件通过从可膨胀构件中抽出一定量的充气介质，并且通过向可膨胀构件施加外力而部分地放气到中间压力。

公开(公告)号：US20110205078A1

公开(公告)日：2011-08-25

申请号：US13126133

申请日：2008-10-29

Applicant: Chanh V. Hua ,  Vincent Nguyen ,  Binh Nguyen

Inventor： Chanh V. Hua ,  Vincent Nguyen ,  Binh Nguyen

IPC: G08B5/00 ,  G06F1/16

CPC classification number: G06F11/321

Abstract: In accordance with embodiments, a system includes a plurality of component slots and at least one indicator associated with each of said slots. The system also includes a controller coupled to the indicators. The indicators selectively provide installation guidance of components into said slots based on signals from the controller.

Abstract translation: 根据实施例，系统包括多个组件槽和与每个所述槽相关联的至少一个指示器。 该系统还包括耦合到指示器的控制器。 指示器基于来自控制器的信号选择性地提供组件到所述时隙中的安装指导。

公开(公告)号：US20090258252A1

公开(公告)日：2009-10-15

申请号：US12103031

申请日：2008-04-15

Applicant: Timothy S. December ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Gregory G. Menovcik ,  William H. Merritt

Inventor： Timothy S. December ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Gregory G. Menovcik ,  William H. Merritt

IPC: B32B27/08 ,  B05D3/10 ,  C09K3/00 ,  C08G73/02

CPC classification number: C08J7/047 ,  C08J7/04 ,  C08J2323/02 ,  C08J2323/28 ,  C08J2423/00 ,  C08J2451/00

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided that increase adhesion of a primer, such as an adhesion promoter, to a plastic substrate and/or increase adhesion of a topcoat to the primer. Chemical properties at the interface of the substrate and the adhesion promoter coating and/or chemical properties at the interface of the adhesion promoter coating and topcoat are modified in order to improve adhesion.

公开(公告)号：US20080153588A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-26

申请号：US11644229

申请日：2006-12-21

Applicant: David Muir ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Brian Underdahl

Inventor： David Muir ,  Binh Nguyen ,  Brian Underdahl

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G06F21/10 ,  G06F2221/2109 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: Novel wager gaming systems, machines, and methods for ensuring that wager game code on a game disc executes on an authorized wager gaming machine are described. To prevent an unauthorized copy of a wager game disc or other storage medium is not able to execute on a gaming machine, the machine checks whether an authorization code has been previously written to the disc. If the disc does not have a code, the gaming machine generates a first segment of an authorization code which is used, along with other data, by a game provider to generate a final authorization code. This is done after the game provider verifies that the machine operator has permission, such as a license, to execute that game code contained on that specific disc. The final authorization code is transmitted to the gaming machine, equipped with a writeable optical disc drive, where it is written or “burned” onto the game disc. At this stage the game disc is tied to or associated with the gaming machine and can execute on that machine.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于确保在授权的下注游戏机上执行游戏盘上的下注游戏代码的新颖的赌注游戏系统，机器和方法。 为了防止下注游戏光盘或其他存储介质的未经授权的复制不能在游戏机上执行，机器检查是否已经将许可代码写入盘。 如果光盘没有代码，则游戏机生成授权代码的第一段，其与游戏提供者一起使用的其他数据用于生成最终授权码。 这是在游戏提供商验证机器操作者有许可（例如许可证）以执行包含在该特定盘上的游戏代码之后完成的。 最终的授权码被发送到配备有可写入光盘驱动器的游戏机，在其上被写入或“烧录”到游戏盘上。 在这个阶段，游戏机与游戏机相关联或与游戏机相关联，并可在该机器上执行。

公开(公告)号：US20080004107A1

公开(公告)日：2008-01-03

申请号：US11480713

申请日：2006-07-03

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Bryan D. Wolf ,  Brian Underdahl

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Bryan D. Wolf ,  Brian Underdahl

IPC: A63F9/24

CPC classification number: G07F17/3241 ,  A63F13/75 ,  G06Q10/10 ,  G06Q50/34 ,  G07F17/32

Abstract: Methods and devices are provided for detecting and/or preventing cheating in online gaming. Some implementations provide gaming information in formats that are difficult for a bot to interpret, but which are preferably easy for humans to interpret. Some implementations of the invention involve the tracking and analysis of players' gaming activities. Some implementations of the invention provide a multi-tier approach to data analysis. Some analyses may be performed, for example, by a centralized computing device such as a server, whereas other analyses may be performed by a host device. In some implementations, “challenge and response” measures will be employed. Some implementations of the invention involve detection and prevention of collaboration between players.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于检测和/或防止在线游戏作弊的方法和装置。 一些实施方式提供了对于机器人难以解释的格式的游戏信息，但是对于人来说最好是容易解释的。 本发明的一些实现涉及对玩家的游戏活动的跟踪和分析。 本发明的一些实施方式提供了数据分析的多层次方法。 一些分析可以例如由诸如服务器的集中式计算设备执行，而其他分析可以由主机设备执行。 在一些实施中，将采用“挑战和响应”措施。 本发明的一些实现涉及检测和防止玩家之间的协作。

公开(公告)号：US20070136817A1

公开(公告)日：2007-06-14

申请号：US11701921

申请日：2007-02-02

Applicant: Binh Nguyen

Inventor： Binh Nguyen

IPC: H04L9/00

CPC classification number: G06F21/10 ,  G06F21/105 ,  G06F2221/0793 ,  G06F2221/2109 ,  G07F17/32 ,  G07F17/3225 ,  G07F17/323 ,  G07F17/3241 ,  H04L9/3213 ,  H04L9/3247 ,  H04L9/3263 ,  H04L63/0272 ,  H04L63/08 ,  H04L2209/56 ,  H04L2209/60 ,  H04L2209/80

Abstract: Novel wager gaming systems and methods for wager game license management in a network utilizing peer networking technology are in the various embodiments. A network component, such as a server computer or a gaming machine, is deputized by a central licensing authority or other authorized license management component. The network component is deputized once it receives what may be referred to as a license deputizing certificate. Upon receiving this certificate or at some point thereafter, the deputized component is provided with various data relating to devices in the gaming network, wagering games available in the network, and network configuration data. The gaming network may have a primary network backbone and local peer gaming networks operating in conjunction with each other via the network backbone. A local peer gaming network may share wager game code, memory space, and other gaming-related resources. Once a network component is deputized to perform as an authorized license management component, it assumes the role of local licensing server for the gaming network or for a local peer gaming network. This component may be a gaming machine in a local peer network or an existing local license server which is now able to supply and manage the distribution of license tokens in a gaming network utilizing peer network technology.

Abstract translation: 在各种实施例中，使用对等网络技术的网络中的下注游戏许可证管理的新颖赌注游戏系统和方法。 诸如服务器计算机或游戏机的网络组件由中央许可授权机构或其他授权许可证管理组件代理。 一旦接收到可被称为许可证代理证书的网络组件就被代理。 在接收到该证书或者在此后的某个时刻，向代理部件提供与游戏网络中的设备相关的各种数据，网络中可用的下注游戏和网络配置数据。 游戏网络可以具有经由网络骨干彼此结合操作的主网络主干和本地对等游戏网络。 本地同行游戏网络可以共享下注游戏代码，内存空间和其他游戏相关资源。 一旦网络组件被代理以作为授权的许可证管理组件执行，则它承担游戏网络或本地对等游戏网络的本地许可服务器的角色。 该组件可以是本地对等网络中的游戏机或现有的本地许可证服务器，其现在能够使用对等网络技术在游戏网络中提供和管理许可证令牌的分发。

公开(公告)号：US20070094721A1

公开(公告)日：2007-04-26

申请号：US11567109

申请日：2006-12-05

Applicant: Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  David Muir ,  Harry Tolles

Inventor： Binh Nguyen ,  Craig Paulsen ,  David Muir ,  Harry Tolles

IPC: H04L9/32

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。