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Las Vegas, NV, United States of America

Marvin Arthur Hein, Jr

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications. Top assignee: Bally Gaming, Inc.. Active years: 2004-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Marvin Arthur Hein, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/marvin-arthur-hein-jr

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 68.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 215(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Las Vagas, NV (US) (2014)
  • Las Vegas, NY (US) (2016)
  • Las Vegas, NV (US) (2004 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 1,255 
 
Bally Gaming, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2019

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10467846 - Integrated display and input system (2019-11-05),
2. 10347071 - Integrated display and input system (2019-07-09),
3. 9235955 - Universal game monitoring unit and system (2016-01-12),
4. 8888588 - Game rating system for gaming devices (2014-11-18),
5. 8708812 - Game rating system for gaming devices and related methods (2014-04-29),
6. 8696427 - Variable payout percentage gaming system (2014-04-15),
7. 8613660 - Game rating system for gaming devices (2013-12-24),
8. 8414381 - Method for remapping a game wheel (2013-04-09),
9. 8342935 - Integrated display and input system (2013-01-01),
10. 8172661 - Variable payout percentage gaming device and methods of using the same (2012-05-08),
11. 8165294 - Rollback attack prevention system and method (2012-04-24),
12. 7938723 - Multiple primary games for a gaming device (2011-05-10),
13. 7857698 - Multiple primary games for a gaming device (2010-12-28),
14. 7730325 - Verification system and method (2010-06-01),
15. 7361089 - Multi-reel slot machine with selectable reel play (2008-04-22),

Title: Marvin Arthur Hein, Jr.: Innovator in Gaming Technology

Introduction

Marvin Arthur Hein, Jr. is a notable inventor based in Las Vegas, NV (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of gaming technology, holding a total of 16 patents. His innovative work focuses on integrating gaming functions with system functionalities, enhancing user experience in gaming devices.

Latest Patents

One of Hein's latest patents is an integrated display and input system. This system is designed to merge gaming functions with system functions through a display screen of a gaming device. It features a gaming interface that communicates with a first processor and a systems interface that connects to a second processor. The gaming interface displays wagering game content and receives inputs for gaming functions, while the systems interface shows non-gaming content and processes system functions.

Another patent outlines a method for integrating gaming and system functions into a gaming device equipped with a video touch screen display. This method involves configuring the device with processors dedicated to real-time hardware tasks and game logic, as well as system logic and information display processes. The design ensures that system logic processes remain distinct from game logic processes, providing a seamless experience for players.

Career Highlights

Hein is currently associated with Bally Gaming, Inc., a prominent company in the gaming industry. His work has significantly influenced the development of advanced gaming technologies, making him a key figure in this sector.

Collaborations

Hein has collaborated with notable coworkers such as James W. Morrow and Michael J. Mitchell. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative gaming solutions.

Conclusion

Marvin Arthur Hein, Jr. stands out as a pioneering inventor in the gaming technology landscape. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing the integration of gaming and system functionalities, ultimately improving the user experience in gaming devices.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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