Jet bumper for a pinball game
US5697612A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 13, 1995 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F7/3075
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The jet bumper of the invention consists of a body mounted to the playfield. A solenoid actuator and rebound ring are mounted on the body. An eddy current sensor is disposed about the body to detect the approach of a ball. Upon detection of the ball, the eddy current sensor energizes the solenoid actuator to retract the rebound ring and propel the ball.
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