Method and apparatus for automatic random selection identification
US5799940A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63F2009/2435
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method and apparatus for random determination and use of a multiplicity of bits of information from a larger quantity of bits of information including the placing of individualized information on a number of semi-conductors, mixing the semiconductors in an air chamber, selecting one semi-conductor at a time, placing the semi-conductors as selected on individualized locations on a timing wheel, confirming the selection and placement of the semi-conductors; detecting the information carried by each semi-conductor selected; and using the information so selected.
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