US3594000A
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Reaction game apparatus
Assignee: Glass Marvin and Associates
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Filing: 1969-05-10
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Granted: 1971-07-20
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Expires: 1989-05-10
Abstract
Abstract Game apparatus comprising a central housing structure enclosing a movable game member in a biased and latched position on a platform rotatable about a vertical axis which may be selectively aligned with any of a number of openings defined by the housing walls. Each of the openings is provided with a door. A combined sounder, game member release and platform rotator is secured to the housing. Paths extend from each of the openings for traversion by the game member. At the end of each path is a pivoted gate member, and a player positioned at the end of each path must stop the game member should it be released from its latched position and propelled in that player''s direction. Failure to stop the game member is detrimental to the player''s score while a successful stop is beneficial to his score.
Inventors
- 👤 Marvin I Glass
- 👤 Howard J Morrison
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 06:52
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63F; A63F9/00; A63F9/30
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
81 words
Game apparatus comprising: a housing structure having sidewalls defining a plurality of openings; doors operably mounted on said housing in position to cover each of said openings and openable with respect thereto; a game member normally latched in a biased position within said housing and adapted for movement through any one of said openings; and control means for selectively orienting said game member in alignment with any one of said openings and for releasing said game member from its latched position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
81 words
Game apparatus comprising: a housing structure having sidewalls defining a plurality of openings; doors operably mounted on said housing in position to cover each of said openings and openable with respect thereto; a game member normally latched in a biased position within said housing and adapted for movement through any one of said openings; and control means for selectively orienting said game member in alignment with any one of said openings and for releasing said game member from its latched position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
59 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 1 including additionally: manually operated stop means disposed in alignment with each of said doors and adapted to be positioned between a first position whereat movement of said game member along a path leading from the door is impeded, and a second position whereat movement of the game member is unimpeded.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
64 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 2 wherein said control means comprise a platform carrying said game member in its biased and latched position and mounted for rotation about a vertical axis, and a control member extending to the exterior of said housing and operatively connected to said platForm for rotation thereof and for releasing the game member from its latched position.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
84 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 3 wherein said game member is spring biased for rapid movement through one of said openable doors responsive to unlatching thereof; wherein said latch includes a hook carried on said game member cooperable with a wall of said control member for latching the game member in position; and wherein said control member extends vertically through the roof of said housing and includes a vertically movable push-rod cooperating with said hook for unlatching it from the wall.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
65 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 4, including means defining a path extending away from said housing at each of said doors, said paths extending generally radially of said housing; and wherein said stop means comprise a gate located adjacent the distal end of each of said paths operable by a game player to prevent movement of the game member beyond said end.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
43 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 5 wherein said housing structure simulates a dog house; said game member simulating a dog; and wherein one game player regulates movement and positioning of said dog by viewing it through one of said openings.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
72 words
The game apparatus as set forth in claim 6 including additionally: a noise maker integral with said control member for signalling unlatching of said dog; a plurality of playing pieces bearing different animal illustrations and forming a number of animal groups suitable for distribution to the game players; and a deck of game cards distributable to the game players for indicating playing pieces each of said game players is expected to acquire.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
83 words
Game apparatus comprising a housing structure having sidewalls defining a plurality of openings, a platform mounted for rotation about a vertical axis within said housing, a game member releasably latched in a biased position on said platform and adapted for movement through any one of said openings, and a control member extending to the exterior of said housing and operatively connected with said platform and said game member for rotation of said platform and for releasing the game member from its latched position.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
83 words
Game apparatus comprising a housing structure having sidewalls defining a plurality of openings, a platform mounted for rotation about a vertical axis within said housing, a game member releasably latched in a biased position on said platform and adapted for movement through any one of said openings, and a control member extending to the exterior of said housing and operatively connected with said platform and said game member for rotation of said platform and for releasing the game member from its latched position.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
33 words
Game apparatus as set forth in claim 8, including a sound making device carried by said control member and operable in response to movement of said control member to release said game member.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-07-19 | 1975-01-18 | 1975-07-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-07-19 | 1979-01-18 | 1979-07-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-07-19 | 1983-01-18 | 1983-07-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |