System and method for generating waves in multiple directions
US9534408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 8, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 3, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B69/125
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Present embodiments are directed to a system and method for generating waves in multiple directions. Present embodiments may include a wave generation mechanism configured to be positioned centrally within a container filled with water that is sufficiently sized to facilitate recreational activities for patrons within the container. The wave generation mechanism may include at least one actuator configured to activate at least one water-displacement medium to displace the water such that waves are propagated through the water, and a directional feature configured to direct the waves away from the wave generation mechanism after activation of the actuator such that the waves are propagated outward from the wave generation mechanism in multiple directions.
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