Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2007-2011
Title: Innovations by Inventor Keith S. Murray
Introduction
Keith S. Murray is an accomplished inventor based in Beckworth, CA (US). He holds a total of 2 patents that showcase his innovative contributions to the gaming industry. His work primarily focuses on enhancing the visual experience of gaming machines through advanced technologies.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents involves moving reel symbols on reel-based gaming machines. This invention discloses gaming machines, systems, and methods that present reel-based games where reel symbols can move or appear to move from one gaming reel to another. The reel symbols may include lenticular images, which are implemented onto a medium via a lenticular process. This medium is then applied to various gaming machine reels, allowing viewers to perceive effects such as motion and depth. The medium can consist of a multi-image sheet containing regions of overlapping images, where different images are visually predominant at different viewing angles. Additionally, multiple gaming reels can be used, which can rotate in any direction.
Another significant patent by Murray is related to three-dimensional image display systems and methods for gaming machines. This invention provides inexpensive yet effective three-dimensional image displays for gaming machines. Similar to his previous patent, images are implemented onto a medium via a lenticular process, which is then applied to various gaming machine surfaces. This allows viewers to perceive effects such as motion and depth. The steps involved include developing a game theme, designing visual images, generating digital files, and modeling the visual images in a computer-assisted simulation. The medium can also be a multi-image sheet, and multiple gaming reels can be adapted to rotate in any direction.
Career Highlights
Keith S. Murray is currently associated with IGT, a leading company in the gaming industry. His work has significantly contributed to the advancement of gaming technology and user experience.
Collaborations
Murray has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Kirk A. Tedsen and Gene A. Spoor, who have also made significant contributions to the field.
Conclusion
Keith S. Murray's innovative patents reflect his dedication to enhancing the gaming experience through advanced visual technologies. His contributions continue to influence the gaming industry positively.