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Waukegan, IL, United States of America

Wms Gaming, Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 979

% Expired Patents = 38.2



Trademarks = 94

Forward Citations = 49,361

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412 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Alfred Thomas (161 out of 274 patents)

silverMedal Joel Roger Jaffe (139 out of 193 patents)

bronzeMedal Mark B Gagner (128 out of 225 patents)

4.  Allon G Englman (122 out of 161 patents)

5.  Larry J Pacey (118 out of 209 patents)

6.  Jeremy Hornik (101 out of 157 patents)

7.  Craig Joe Sylla (71 out of 111 patents)

8.  James M Rasmussen (67 out of 126 patents)

9.  Timothy C Loose (65 out of 127 patents)

10.  Peter R Anderson (61 out of 96 patents)

11.  Benjamin T Gomez (58 out of 77 patents)

12.  Damon E Gura (54 out of 110 patents)

13.  Shridhar P Joshi (52 out of 65 patents)

14.  Dion K Aoki (50 out of 89 patents)

15.  Richard T Schwartz (47 out of 63 patents)


Core Competencies:
Wagering Game
Haptic Feedback
Social Integration
Dynamic Content
Mechanical Reels
Game Configuration
Bonus Rounds
Community Events
Audio Control
Player Interaction
Gesture Recognition
Network Events

979 patents:

1. 9536377 - Removable module and adapter for electronic gaming machine and associated methods (2017-01-03),
2. 9489795 - Controlling mechanical outcome indicators of gaming machines (2016-11-08),
3. 9251659 - Integrating other players wins into a wagering game (2016-02-02),
4. 9168454 - Integrating three-dimensional elements into gaming environments (2015-10-27),
5. 9165423 - Integrating social networking and wagering systems (2015-10-20),
6. 9165422 - Controlling group wagering games (2015-10-20),
7. 9159190 - Adaptive environmental effects (2015-10-13),
8. 9153095 - Near field communications in wagering game environments (2015-10-06),
9. 9153094 - Online presence for a wagering game machine (2015-10-06),
10. 9135779 - Managing limitation rules for wagering accounts (2015-09-15),
11. 9132351 - Integrating social communities and wagering games (2015-09-15),
12. 9129477 - Visualizing wagering game establishment patron flow (2015-09-08),
13. 9126106 - Promotional content coordination in wagering game machines (2015-09-08),
14. 9123211 - Wager selections for wagering games truncated by prior wage level (2015-09-01),
15. 9123209 - Symbol collection during reel spin (2015-09-01),
WMS Gaming, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic gaming machines and innovative software solutions for the global gaming industry. With a rich heritage dating back to 1943, WMS has established a strong reputation for providing high-quality, engaging gaming experiences for both land-based casinos and online platforms. Their portfolio includes a wide range of slot machines, video poker machines, and casino management systems, designed to elevate the entertainment value and profitability of their customers' operations. WMS Gaming is committed to constant innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology and creativity to deliver exceptional products and services in the ever-evolving gaming market.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 22 2026

Wms Gaming, Inc.
979 Patents

#1 in Waukegan, IL

#27 in Illinois

#530 in US

#1,048 in the World

Waukegan, IL (US)
Waukegan, IL, United States of America

Wms Gaming, Inc.

Forward Citations = 49,361

412 inventors:

goldMedal Alfred Thomas (161 out of 274 patents)

silverMedal Joel Roger Jaffe (139 out of 193 patents)

bronzeMedal Mark B Gagner (128 out of 225 patents)

4.  Allon G Englman (122 out of 161 patents)

5.  Larry J Pacey (118 out of 209 patents)

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