20240052679. ARTICULATING HINGE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A GAMING MACHINE CABINET simplified abstract (ARISTOCRAT TECHNOLOGIES AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED)

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ARTICULATING HINGE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A GAMING MACHINE CABINET

Organization Name

ARISTOCRAT TECHNOLOGIES AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED

Inventor(s)

Deepak Chaudhari of North Parramatta (AU)

Prabhakar Mutukundu of Lidcombe (AU)

Muharrem Abali of Meadowbank (AU)

ARTICULATING HINGE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A GAMING MACHINE CABINET - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240052679 titled 'ARTICULATING HINGE ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A GAMING MACHINE CABINET

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an electronic gaming machine with a unique hinge assembly that allows the display to be raised and lowered.

  • The hinge assembly consists of a first bracket attached to the cabinet, a second bracket attached to the display, and interdigitated members connecting the two brackets.
  • The hinge assembly can be expanded and retracted between a lowered and raised position, allowing the display to move accordingly.
  • The innovation enables the display to be easily adjusted for optimal viewing angles during gameplay.

Potential Applications

  • Electronic gaming machines
  • Interactive kiosks
  • Digital signage displays

Problems Solved

  • Limited adjustability of display screens in electronic devices
  • Difficulty in finding the optimal viewing angle for users
  • Space constraints in compact electronic devices

Benefits

  • Improved user experience with adjustable display
  • Space-saving design for electronic devices
  • Enhanced functionality and versatility in gaming machines


Original Abstract Submitted

an electronic gaming machine that includes a cabinet, a display, and a hinge assembly coupled therebetween. the hinge assembly includes a first bracket coupled to the cabinet, a second bracket coupled to the display, and at least four pairs of interdigitated members extending between the first bracket and the second bracket. the hinge assembly is selectively expandable and retractable between a retracted position and an expanded position, and the hinge assembly is configured to swing the display from a lowered position to a raised position as the hinge assembly is expanded from the retracted position to the expanded position.