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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 19, 1985
Filed:
Jul. 26, 1983
Ray L Allen, Atlanta, GA (US);
N Cole Harrison, Atlanta, GA (US);
Other;
Abstract
An electrostatic enhancement apparatus for a video arcade or other game, including an electrostatic generator for generating a high voltage low current electrostatic charge, an electrode coupled to the generator for providing the electrostatic charge to a player, and control circuitry responsive to a control signal from the game for actuating the electrostatic generator to provide the electrostatic charge to the player upon the occurrence of a predetermined event in the game. The preferred embodiment includes an isolation booth for surrounding and electrically isolating the player during the electrostatic charging and preventing accidental discharge. Also included is a discharge arm mounted for electrical engagement with the electrode for removing charge from the electrode and the player under certain circumstances.