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Melrose Park, IL, United States of America

Data East Pinball, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 18

Forward Citations = 138

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12 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Joseph E Kaminkow (14 out of 16 patents)

Edwin Cebula (6 out of 7 patents)

John L Lund (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Kurt W Deger (1 out of 2 patents)

5. David P Oermann (1 out of 1 patent)

6. Ray D Gundling (1 out of 1 patent)

7. Jay A Hoffman, Jr (1 out of 1 patent)

8. Nicholas B Wade (1 out of 1 patent)

9. Joseph E Kamikow (1 out of 1 patent)

10. Norman R Wurz (1 out of 2 patents)

11. John D Borg (1 out of 4 patents)

12. Eric P Winston (1 out of 1 patent)

18 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5393059 - Switch for rolling ball amusement device (1995-02-28),

2. 5364099 - Pinball machine with novel target assembly (1994-11-15),

3. 5364098 - Rolling ball game with auxiliary control (1994-11-15),

4. 5364096 - Multiple ball feed unit for pinball machine (1994-11-15),

5. 5358244 - Pinball machine with movable ball retrieval target assembly (1994-10-25),

6. 5356142 - Pinball machine with moveable ball transfer assembly (1994-10-18),

7. 5330182 - Moveable arm and inserts for amusement device (1994-07-19),

8. 5326103 - Turntable and cover for amusement device (1994-07-05),

9. 5322282 - Variable response ball receiving device (1994-06-21),

10. 5110617 - Method of applying multicolor finish to elongated channel member (1992-05-05),

11. 5092597 - Solid-state flipper control circuit (1992-03-03),

12. 5048832 - Double ball launcher for rolling ball game (1991-09-17),

13. 5044635 - Pop bumper for pinball game (1991-09-03),

14. 5002279 - Multi-level playing surface pinball machine apparatus (1991-03-26),

15. 4968031 - Pinball machine with ball-launching ramps (1990-11-06),

Data East Pinball, Inc. is a prominent player in the amusement and gaming industry, specializing in the design and manufacture of pinball machines. Based in Melrose Park, Illinois, the company is known for its innovative approach to game development, combining engaging gameplay mechanics with unique themes and artistic designs. Data East has contributed significantly to the evolution of pinball technology, focusing on enhancing user experience through advanced electronics and software integration, making it a respected name among enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

18 Patents

#4 in Melrose Park, IL

#915 in Illinois

#17,933 in US

#34,146 in the World

Melrose Park, IL, United States of America

Data East Pinball, Inc.

Forward Citations = 138

12 inventors:

Joseph E Kaminkow (14 out of 16 patents)

Edwin Cebula (6 out of 7 patents)

John L Lund (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Kurt W Deger (1 out of 2 patents)

5. David P Oermann (1 out of 1 patent)

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