Game machine with tamper resistance function
US8608171B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 17, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/3297
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A game machine includes a cabinet, a shutter, a sensor and a drive mechanism. The cabinet has a chute for guiding items therein to a hatch accessible to a user. The shutter is normally disposed in a closed position in the cabinet to cover the chute in order to prevent the item from entering the hatch. The sensor is provided for detecting whether an item is deposited on the shutter, and if yes, sending out a signal. Upon reception of the signal, the drive mechanism is activated to cause the shutter to move to an opening position uncovering the chute to allow entry of the detected item into the hatch.
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