US3661393A
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Probe game
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-02-16
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Granted: 1972-05-09
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Expires: 1990-02-16
Abstract
Abstract A game is comprised of an unknown geometric shape overlaid and hidden by a perforated plate means. A probe is used to probe through the perforations of the perforated plate so as to discover the extent and hence the shape of the geometric figure.
Inventors
- 👤 Arthur W Skebeck
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 15:59
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63F; A63F3/00; A63F3/00643; A63F2003/00646; A63F2003/00649; A63F2003/00678; A63F9/00; A63F9/24; A63F2009/2448; A63F2009/247; A63F2009/2472
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
122 words
A game comprising: a generally cylindrical elongated probe; a three dimensional geometric shape; a plurality of perforated plates overlying and concealing said shape, each said perforated plate having a plurality of holes therethrough, said holes being of a size to freely but snuggly allow said probe to be inserted therein, each said plate overlying a different aspect of said shape; and means for supporting said shape in a fixed relationship to said plates wherein said supporting means comprises means for supporting said shape in a fixed relationship to said perforate means and having a plurality of openings therein of size to permit said probe to enter therein and being in register with at least the holes in one of said perforated plates.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
122 words
A game comprising: a generally cylindrical elongated probe; a three dimensional geometric shape; a plurality of perforated plates overlying and concealing said shape, each said perforated plate having a plurality of holes therethrough, said holes being of a size to freely but snuggly allow said probe to be inserted therein, each said plate overlying a different aspect of said shape; and means for supporting said shape in a fixed relationship to said plates wherein said supporting means comprises means for supporting said shape in a fixed relationship to said perforate means and having a plurality of openings therein of size to permit said probe to enter therein and being in register with at least the holes in one of said perforated plates.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
75 words
A game as recited in claim 1 wherein said probe and said shape are conductive to electrical current and with additionally: an electrical power source having first and second terminals; first means electrically connecting said first terminal to said shape; and, second means electrically connecting said first terminal to said probe, said first and second means together with said probe, shape and power source comprising a closed electrical circuit when said probe contacts said shape.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
A game as recited in claim 2 wherein said electrical circuit includes indicating means responsive to closing of said electrical circuit.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-05-09 | 1975-11-08 | 1976-05-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-05-09 | 1979-11-08 | 1980-05-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-05-09 | 1983-11-08 | 1984-05-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |