Abstract

The present invention relates to automated guided vehicles, hereinafter referred to as AGVs, and specifically to AGVs used for entertainment purposes. More specifically, the present invention relates to using in a passenger carrying AGV a capacitor or a plurality of capacitors as a power source.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63G 25/00 - Autocar-like self-driversRunways therefor
• H02J 7/34 - Parallel operation in networks using both storage and other DC sources, e.g. providing buffering
• B60L 53/00 - Methods of charging batteries, specially adapted for electric vehiclesCharging stations or on-board charging equipment thereforExchange of energy storage elements in electric vehicles
• B60L 53/10 - Methods of charging batteries, specially adapted for electric vehiclesCharging stations or on-board charging equipment thereforExchange of energy storage elements in electric vehicles characterised by the energy transfer between the charging station and the vehicle
• B60L 50/40 - Electric propulsion with power supplied within the vehicle using propulsion power supplied by capacitors
• G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions
• H02P 3/14 - Arrangements for stopping or slowing electric motors, generators, or dynamo-electric converters for stopping or slowing an individual dynamo-electric motor or dynamo-electric converter for stopping or slowing a DC motor by regenerative braking
• A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel

Abstract

The present invention relates to automated guided vehicles, hereinafter referred to as AGVs, and specifically to AGVs used for entertainment purposes. More specifically, the present invention relates to using in a passenger carrying AGV a capacitor or a plurality of capacitors as a power source.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63G 7/00 - Up-and-down-hill tracks or switchbacks
• A63G 25/00 - Autocar-like self-driversRunways therefor
• A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel

Abstract

A method for determining the position of one or more automated guided vehicles in an environment, the method comprising: receiving from a first automated guided vehicle information comprising an initial estimate of the position of the automated guided vehicle, said initial estimate based on a vehicle position measurement system associated with the vehicle; receiving from the first automated guided vehicle safety scanner information form a contactless safety scanner associated with the vehicle, said safety scanner information comprising information regarding the presence of one or more objects within a zone outside of the vehicle monitored by the scanner; identifying, from the safety scanner information, the presence of one or more navigational markers having a predetermined size, shape, and location; and determining an updated location of the automated guided vehicle based on the received initially determined location information and the location of the one or more detected navigational markers.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions
• A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements

Abstract

A movable screen apparatus suitable for use in a themed entertainment environment. The movable screen apparatus includes a screen and a base configured for movement over surface. The movable screen apparatus includes a guidance arrangement and a drive arrangement, wherein said guidance and drive arrangements are operable, in use, to move the screen apparatus along a pre-defined looped path. The looped path is defined by a physical track which is contactable by the guidance arrangement.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel
• A63J 25/00 - Equipment specially adapted for cinemas

Abstract

A multi-axis manipulator in the form of a robotic arm includes a safety disc (41) and safety collar (42) at one or more of the pivoting joints (14, 17, 19, 21, 23) thereof. The disc and collar define a small running clearance in normal use, but make contact in the event of excessive wear or failure of the rotary bearing at the respective joint. An inspection window (48) permits the running clearance to be checked, and the collar may comprise a caliper brake.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25J 9/10 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by positioning means for manipulator elements
• B25J 19/06 - Safety devices
• F16C 39/02 - Relieving load on bearings using mechanical means
• F16C 19/52 - Bearings with rolling contact, for exclusively rotary movement with devices affected by abnormal or undesired conditions
• F16C 21/00 - Combinations of sliding-contact bearings with ball or roller bearings, for exclusively rotary movement

Abstract

A movable screen apparatus (10) suitable for use in a themed entertainment environment. The movable screen apparatus includes a screen (14) and a base (16) configured for movement over surface. The movable screen apparatus includes a guidance arrangement (24) and a drive arrangement, wherein said guidance and drive arrangements are operable, in use, to move the screen apparatus along a pre-defined looped path. The looped path is defined by a physical track (28) which is contactable by the guidance arrangement.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel
• A63J 25/00 - Equipment specially adapted for cinemas

Abstract

The present invention relates to automated guided vehicles, hereinafter referred to as AGVs, and specifically to AGVs used for entertainment purposes. More specifically, the present invention relates to a safety system for a passenger carrying AGV used for entertainment purposes. The present invention acts to prevent a passenger carrying automated guided vehicle from deviating from its intended path.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel

Abstract

A combined multi-axial manipulator and guided vehicle (10). The combination (10) comprises a trackless guided vehicle (12), a multi axial manipulator (14) and a carrier (16) which may be configured as a passenger module.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel

Abstract

The carnival ride has a travel path for cars with seats and at least one screen arranged adjacent to the travel path. In order to design the carnival ride in such a way that the passengers in the car have an optimal gaming experience, the screen follows the car at least along a section of its travel distance. In this way, the passengers in the car have a very long-lasting visual contact with the screen or with the movie shown on the screen.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
• A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel

Goods & Services

Photographic, cinematographic, optical and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; data processing equipment; computer hardware and software; electric amusement apparatus and instruments; amusement apparatus and amusement machines; amusement apparatus and amusement machines incorporating robotic arms; pneumatic or hydraulic amusement apparatus and amusement machines. Advertising; business management. Education and entertainment.

Goods & Services

[ COMPUTER HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE FOR CONTROLLING AMUSEMENT AND THEME PARK RIDES ] CLOTHING, namely, SHIRTS, T-SHIRTS [, SWEATSHIRTS, SWEATERS, JACKETS, COATS, PANTS, SWEATPANTS, TROUSERS, SHORTS, TIES, UNDERWEAR, SLEEPWEAR, PAJAMAS, SOCKS, STOCKINGS, TIGHTS, BOOTS, SHOES, SNEAKERS, SANDALS, FLIP FLOPS, SLIPPERS, HATS, CAPS, SUN VISORS AND BANDANAS ] AMUSEMENT AND THEME PARK RIDES AND PARTS RELATING THERETO ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES, NAMELY, PROVIDING AMUSEMENT AND THEME PARK RIDES, ATTRACTIONS AND SERVICES