Control system for water amusement devices

Details Control system for water amusement devices Control system for water amusement devices

2007-02-20

2007-02-20

Nguyen, Kien (Department: 3711)

Amusement devices

Aquatic

C273S349000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10105865

ABSTRACT:
A control system for a water amusement system is described. The control system is configured to operate the water amusement system to produce water effects, sound effects, and/or light effects when the control system receives an activation signal. The activation signal may be sent to the control system by an activation point, such as an optical touch button, or a water target. The control system is further configured to produce water effects, sound effects, and/or light effects in the absence of an activation signal to attract participants to the water amusement system.

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