Variable position flipper mechanism for pinball games

Details Variable position flipper mechanism for pinball games Variable position flipper mechanism for pinball games

1989-12-18

1990-11-20

Coven, Edward M.

Amusement devices: games

Surface projectile game; game element

Projectors

273119R, 273119A, 273129R, A63D 302

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049713248

ABSTRACT:
A variable position flipper mechanism is disclosed for use with pinball or rolling ball games. The flippers, actuated by solenoid mechanisms, are spaced a selectable distance apart thereby to permit adjustment in the skill level of the game. Spacing of the flipper mechanisms is accomplished by rotating a cam plate which is ratcheted into various positions by a pair of solenoid operators and appropriate linkages. Rotation of the cam plate in a first direction spaces the flippers at their maximum distance, while rotation in the opposite direction moves the flippers to successively closer positions. Optical detection means can be associated with the cam plate to provide position information to a controller associated with the pinall machine.

REFERENCES:
patent: 2910296 (1959-10-01), Irwin
patent: 4109916 (1978-08-01), Breslow et al.

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