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1.

SERVING PRESENTATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number 18544119
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-18
First Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wilson, Lee Marvin
  • Kelley, Sarah Anne
  • Rodrigues, Robert Andrew

Abstract

In accordance with an embodiment, a serving presentation system includes: a mobile cart comprising a cart housing defining a cart cavity, a first port in the cart housing, and a cart conveyor system disposed within the cart cavity that may convey a serving from the cart cavity toward the first port. The serving presentation system also includes a table including a table housing defining a table cavity and a table surface with a table top port that may receive the serving therethrough, a second port in the table housing that may align and/or engage with the first port to define a passage between the cart cavity and the table cavity, a table conveyor system disposed within the table cavity that may convey the serving into the table cavity from the cart conveyor, and a lifter that may transition the serving from the table cavity through the table top port.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47G 23/08 - Food-conveying devices for tablesMovable or rotary food-serving devices
  • A47B 31/00 - Service or tea tables, trolleys, or wagons
  • A47B 33/00 - Kitchen or dish-washing tables

2.

TIMED METADATA FOR OVERLAYS

      
Application Number 18538615
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-13
First Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Manchester, Eric
  • Rice, Simon
  • Mclary, David
  • Rogers, Thomas Michael
  • Constantine, Gian

Abstract

A server-side content overlay system is provided to generate and trigger time-based content overlays during content playback. The content overlay playback is triggered by metadata provided from the server-side to the playback devices. The metadata includes the details useful for rendering the content overlays by the client playback systems.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 21/431 - Generation of visual interfacesContent or additional data rendering
  • H04N 21/84 - Generation or processing of descriptive data, e.g. content descriptors

3.

VESSEL-FILLING ILLUSION

      
Application Number 18978666
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-12
First Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir

Abstract

A show effects system includes a beverage filler system, a special effects system and a control system. The beverage filler system includes a base that supports a vessel and a beverage controller used to control a flow of a beverage into the vessel. The special effects system includes one or more displays used to display an image and a semi-reflective mirror including a first side and a second side and positioned between the one or more displays and the vessel. Further, the semi-reflective mirror permits viewing of the display, transmitted through the first side, at the second side and viewing of a reflection of an environment of the vessel at the second side. The control system includes a processor that receives a signal indicative of a presence of the vessel on the base and activates at least the special effects system or the beverage filler system based on the signal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63J 21/00 - Conjuring appliancesAuxiliary apparatus for conjurers
  • B67D 1/00 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
  • B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details

4.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TEMPORARY DEVICE PAIRING

      
Application Number US2024059629
Publication Number 2025/128734
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-12-11
Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor Goergen, Patrick John

Abstract

A temporary device pairing system (300) may use guest data captured by a guest information device (306) to pair an individual guest with an individual attraction device (310). The guest information device (306) may include a sensor (326) that captures guest data, a processor (320) configured to determine guest information from the acquired data; and communication circuitry (328) configured to wirelessly communicate the guest information to the attraction device (310) to pair the attraction device (310) to the guest.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
  • G06V 40/10 - Human or animal bodies, e.g. vehicle occupants or pedestriansBody parts, e.g. hands
  • G06V 40/16 - Human faces, e.g. facial parts, sketches or expressions

5.

VESSEL-FILLING ILLUSION

      
Application Number US2024060151
Publication Number 2025/129086
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-12-13
Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Garnier, Timothy, Fitzgerald
  • Krauthamer, Akiva, Meir

Abstract

A show effects system includes a beverage filler system, a special effects system and a control system. The beverage filler system includes a base that supports a vessel and a beverage controller used to control a flow of a beverage into the vessel. The special effects system includes one or more displays used to display an image and a semi-reflective mirror including a first side and a second side and positioned between the one or more displays and the vessel. Further, the semi-reflective mirror permits viewing of the display, transmitted through the first side, at the second side and viewing of a reflection of an environment of the vessel at the second side. The control system includes a processor that receives a signal indicative of a presence of the vessel on the base and activates at least the special effects system or the beverage filler system based on the signal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 19/12 - Advertising or display means not otherwise provided for using special optical effects
  • G09F 19/16 - Advertising or display means not otherwise provided for using special optical effects involving the use of mirrors
  • G09F 19/18 - Advertising or display means not otherwise provided for using special optical effects involving the use of optical projection means, e.g. projection of images on clouds
  • G09F 23/06 - Advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays, letter-boxes the advertising matter being combined with articles for restaurants, shops, or offices
  • G09F 27/00 - Combined visual and audible advertising or displaying, e.g. for public address
  • B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details

6.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING A SEAT PAN FOR A RIDE VEHICLE SEAT

      
Application Number 18545875
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-19
First Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Majdali, David Gerard
  • Blum, Steven C.

Abstract

A ride vehicle system includes a seat configured to support a passenger in a ride vehicle. The seat includes a seat pan, and the seat pan includes a membrane defining an internal volume and an active fluid disposed within the internal volume. Additionally, the ride vehicle system includes a field generator configured to generate an applied field in the active fluid to change a property of the active fluid. The seat pan is configured to deform under a weight of the passenger to form a contour conformed to a shape of the passenger in an absence of the applied field

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60N 2/90 - Details or parts not otherwise provided for
  • A47C 31/12 - Means, e.g. measuring means, for adapting chairs, beds or mattresses to the shape or weight of persons
  • A63G 21/12 - ChutesHelter-skelters with special cars, e.g. horse-shaped

7.

CREATIVE GATEWAY

      
Application Number 18538643
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-13
First Publication Date 2025-06-19
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Posner, Alexandra
  • Thandi, Natasha
  • Levin, Michael
  • Murphy, Caitlin
  • Lord, Abigail
  • Cristiani, Anthony
  • Dassa, Ofir
  • Mcareavy, Jake

Abstract

Techniques are provided herein for increased processing efficiencies in the end-to-end creative offering process. Namely, a uniform ingest process for creative assets yields uniformity across creative providers. Further, centralized ingest of campaign information and creative assets bridges independent systems involved in the creative offering process. In this manner, creative processing tasks, from creative ingest and quality control, to activation with the ad decisioning service and active creative/campaign reporting may be facilitated by a uniform central source of truth. This may result in increased processing efficiencies and reduced processing delay in offering creative assets, which, in turn, may increase revenues generated from the offered creative assets.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/0241 - Advertisements
  • G06F 3/04845 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range for image manipulation, e.g. dragging, rotation, expansion or change of colour
  • G06F 3/0486 - Drag-and-drop
  • G06F 16/22 - IndexingData structures thereforStorage structures

8.

ARTIFICIAL ROCKWORK SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number US2024058452
Publication Number 2025/122605
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-12-04
Publication Date 2025-06-12
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Padilla, Estevan
  • Hawkins Ii, John Clifton

Abstract

In an embodiment an artificial rockwork system is provided that includes a support structure, and a plurality of artificial rockwork panels (14). The artificial rockwork system includes a plurality of artificial rockwork panels. An individual artificial rockwork panel of the plurality of artificial rockwork panels includes a first layer (40), one or more reinforcement structures (46), a second layer (48), a mesh layer (50), and an exterior layer (54). The one or more reinforcement structures include one or more couplings (62) are positioned on a first end of the one or more reinforcement. The second layer is disposed over at least a portion of the second surface of the first layer to secure the one or more reinforcement structures within the individual artificial rockwork panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 64/194 - Processes of additive manufacturing involving additional operations performed on the added layers, e.g. smoothing, grinding or thickness control during lay-up
  • B29C 64/232 - Driving means for motion along the axis orthogonal to the plane of a layer
  • B29C 64/245 - Platforms or substrates
  • B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
  • E04B 2/02 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements

9.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TEMPORARY DEVICE PAIRING

      
Application Number 18975981
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-10
First Publication Date 2025-06-12
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor Goergen, Patrick John

Abstract

A temporary device pairing system may use guest data captured by a guest information device to pair an individual guest with an individual attraction device. The guest information device may include a sensor that captures guest data, a processor configured to determine guest information from the acquired data; and communication circuitry configured to wirelessly communicate the guest information to an attraction device to pair the attraction device to the guest.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04W 76/14 - Direct-mode setup
  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • H04L 41/0806 - Configuration setting for initial configuration or provisioning, e.g. plug-and-play
  • H04L 67/306 - User profiles

10.

AUGMENTED REALITY GUEST RECOGNITION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 19055211
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-02-17
First Publication Date 2025-06-12
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Traynor, Mark James
  • Alter, David John-Louis
  • Hanley, Kyle Patrick
  • Polk, Jeffrey Lamar
  • Conroy, Brett James
  • Spivey, Bonnie Jean

Abstract

Systems and methods presented herein include a venue system that includes a guest recognition system configured to recognize one or more guests in a venue, and a guest experience analysis system configured to receive data relating to the recognized one or more guests from the guest recognition system, to generate guest experience information relating to the recognized one or more guests based at least in part on the received data relating to the recognized one or more guests, and to transmit the guest experience information relating to the recognized one or more guests to an augmented reality display device for display on an augmented reality display of the augmented reality display device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/0251 - Targeted advertisements
  • G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
  • G06F 18/22 - Matching criteria, e.g. proximity measures
  • G06Q 30/0282 - Rating or review of business operators or products
  • G06V 20/20 - ScenesScene-specific elements in augmented reality scenes
  • G06V 20/52 - Surveillance or monitoring of activities, e.g. for recognising suspicious objects
  • G06V 40/10 - Human or animal bodies, e.g. vehicle occupants or pedestriansBody parts, e.g. hands
  • G06V 40/16 - Human faces, e.g. facial parts, sketches or expressions
  • G06V 40/20 - Movements or behaviour, e.g. gesture recognition

11.

DE LACEY'S COTTAGE

      
Serial Number 99225418
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-06-09
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 43 - Food and drink services, temporary accommodation

Goods & Services

Bar, snack bar, concession stand, and food stall services; Providing of food and drink

12.

FOR THE TEAM

      
Serial Number 99222446
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-06-06
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing non-downloadable images, videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks

13.

JOINT RESTRAINT SYSTEM FOR AN ANIMATED FIGURE

      
Application Number 18525529
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-30
First Publication Date 2025-06-05
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir
  • Boxer, Eric Ross

Abstract

An animated figure includes an appendage having a joint. The animated figure also includes a joint restraint device coupled to the appendage. The joint restraint device includes a membrane defining an internal volume and granules disposed within the internal volume. Additionally, the joint restraint device is configured to compact the granules against each other to restrain motion of the joint in response to a vacuum pressure applied to the membrane.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63J 19/00 - Puppet, marionette, or shadow shows or theatres
  • F16D 63/00 - Brakes not otherwise provided forBrakes combining more than one of the types of groups

14.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EFFICIENT CONTENT PACKAGING

      
Application Number 18526235
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-01
First Publication Date 2025-06-05
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Venture, Vim
  • Galluccio, Robert

Abstract

Techniques are provided herein for efficient packaging of digital content. In particular, at least a portion of generated segments of digital content are used in both a single-key encrypted implementation of the content and a multi-key implementation of the content. This may result in content packaging processing and storage efficiencies.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 21/62 - Protecting access to data via a platform, e.g. using keys or access control rules

15.

ARTIFICIAL ROCKWORK SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18967396
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-03
First Publication Date 2025-06-05
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Padilla, Estevan
  • Hawkins, Ii, John Clifton

Abstract

In an embodiment an artificial rockwork system is provided that includes a support structure, and a plurality of artificial rockwork panels. The artificial rockwork system includes a plurality of artificial rockwork panels. An individual artificial rockwork panel of the plurality of artificial rockwork panels includes a first layer, one or more reinforcement structures, a second layer, a mesh layer, and an exterior layer. The one or more reinforcement structures include one or more couplings are positioned on a first end of the one or more reinforcement. The second layer is disposed over at least a portion of the second surface of the first layer to secure the one or more reinforcement structures within the individual artificial rockwork panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04C 2/04 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of concrete or other stone-like materialBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of asbestos cement
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
  • B44C 5/06 - Natural ornamentsImitations thereof
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

16.

JOINT RESTRAINT SYSTEM FOR AN ANIMATED FIGURE

      
Application Number US2024056695
Publication Number 2025/117295
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-20
Publication Date 2025-06-05
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir
  • Boxer, Eric Ross

Abstract

An animated figure includes an appendage having a joint. The animated figure also includes a joint restraint device coupled to the appendage. The joint restraint device includes a membrane defining an internal volume and granules disposed within the internal volume. Additionally, the joint restraint device is configured to compact the granules against each other to restrain motion of the joint in response to a vacuum pressure applied to the membrane.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 17/00 - Joints
  • B25J 19/00 - Accessories fitted to manipulators, e.g. for monitoring, for viewingSafety devices combined with or specially adapted for use in connection with manipulators
  • B25J 19/06 - Safety devices
  • G09F 19/08 - Dolls, faces or other representations of living forms with moving parts

17.

ISLE OF CURIOSITY

      
Serial Number 99209851
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-05-30
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Amusement park, theme park, and waterpark services; Entertainment services in the nature of amusement park, theme park, and waterpark attractions; Presentation of live show performances; Providing amusement arcade services; Providing interactive play areas for children and adults; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by costumed characters; Education and entertainment services, namely, conducting guided tours of motion picture and television production facilities including exhibitions and demonstrations; Entertainment services in the nature of escape room attractions; Organizing and conducting food festivals for cultural and entertainment purposes; Athletic and sports event services, namely, arranging, organizing, operating and conducting running events and running races; Entertainment services, namely live entertainment and street performances, particularly, live music concerts and performances, live performances by a dj, live dance performances, live performances by balloon artists, live performances by stilt walkers; Movie theaters

18.

METHOD OF IDENTIFICATION AND DETECTION OF OBJECTS VIA INFRARED REFLECTANCE

      
Application Number US2024056934
Publication Number 2025/111487
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-21
Publication Date 2025-05-30
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chan, Eric To
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

In an embodiment, an object identification and detection system include an infrared reflectance assembly. The object identification and detection system include one or more infrared light sources and one or more sensors. The light is reflected from the object, and the one or more sensors detect light indicative of the reflected light and generate sensor data. A control system, coupled to the infrared reflectance assembly controls the one or more infrared light sources to illuminate a one transparent object. The control system also receives the sensor data from the one or more sensors and determines a characteristic of the object based on the sensor data. Further, the control system transmits a signal to activate a special effect based on the characteristic.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06V 10/141 - Control of illumination
  • G06V 10/143 - Sensing or illuminating at different wavelengths
  • H04N 9/31 - Projection devices for colour picture display

19.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF REFRESHMENTS SPECIAL EFFECTS

      
Application Number US2024056937
Publication Number 2025/111490
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-21
Publication Date 2025-05-30
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

A refreshments special effects system includes a special effects system. The special effects system includes one or more displays used to project an image. The special effects system also includes a beam splitter positioned between the one or more displays, or a reflector, and a vessel, wherein the beam splitter receives the image from the display or the reflector. Where present, the reflector reflects the image back toward and through the beam splitter. The image passes through the beam splitter to generate an illusion on or around a vessel. The refreshments special effects system includes a control system with one or more sensors that monitor and provide sensor data related to the vessel within the viewing area. Further, the refreshments special effects system includes a processor configured to activate the special effects system based on the sensor data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 19/12 - Advertising or display means not otherwise provided for using special optical effects
  • G09F 19/16 - Advertising or display means not otherwise provided for using special optical effects involving the use of mirrors
  • G09F 19/18 - Advertising or display means not otherwise provided for using special optical effects involving the use of optical projection means, e.g. projection of images on clouds
  • G09F 23/06 - Advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays, letter-boxes the advertising matter being combined with articles for restaurants, shops, or offices
  • G09F 27/00 - Combined visual and audible advertising or displaying, e.g. for public address

20.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FLUID BEARING-BASED TRANSLATION SYSTEMS

      
Application Number US2024056685
Publication Number 2025/111346
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-20
Publication Date 2025-05-30
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor Vance, Eric Allan

Abstract

A fluid bearing system includes a rotor and a linear motor subsystem having a plurality of linear motors that provide a forward thrust to the rotor. The fluid bearing system also includes a fluid bearing subsystem having a plurality of fluid conduits and a pump. Further, the fluid bearing system also includes a control system communicatively coupled to the plurality of fluid outlets and the pump. The control system activates the pump to direct a fluid flow from the plurality of fluid outlets, wherein the provides a lift force to the rotor via the plurality of fluid outlets that is substantially perpendicular to the forward thrust.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 3/00 - Water roundabouts, e.g. freely floating

21.

System and method for inflatable restraint for a ride vehicle

      
Application Number 18641048
Grant Number 12311865
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-04-19
First Publication Date 2025-05-27
Grant Date 2025-05-27
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Han, Ji Hyun
  • Freedman, Daniel Matthew
  • Morgan, Zach
  • Sorrentino, Christine
  • Bardt, Jeffrey A.

Abstract

A restraint system for a ride vehicle includes a clamp restraint having a first restraint portion and a second restraint portion configured to transition between a released configuration and a secured configuration. The clamp restraint is configured to receive at least one passenger leg between the first restraint portion and the second restraint portion in the released configuration. The restraint system also includes one or more inflatable bladders of the first restraint portion, the second restraint portion, or both configured to inflate to engage the at least one passenger leg in the secured configuration to facilitate restraint of the passenger within the ride vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 21/23 - Inflatable members
  • B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
  • B60R 21/02 - Occupant safety arrangements or fittings

22.

SITE ACCEPTANCE TEST GENERATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18671665
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-22
First Publication Date 2025-05-22
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Belardo, Carlos Enrique
  • Gebken, Dennis
  • Smith, Kevin Anthony

Abstract

A system to facilitate inspection of an attraction in an environment includes a processing system with one or more processors and memory storing instructions executable by the processing system to cause the processing system to receive a source file from a server, wherein the source file prescribes one or more target specifications for one or more operational characteristics of a component of the attraction. The instructions are executable by the processing system to cause the processing system to generate a site acceptance test (SAT) for the component based on the source file, wherein the SAT includes one or more inspection criteria that correspond to the one or more operational characteristics of the component.

IPC Classes  ?

23.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING WELDING SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 19028693
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-17
First Publication Date 2025-05-22
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Lepi, Steven Michael
  • Giovanetti, Jordan Carlo

Abstract

Systems and methods described herein are configured to control welding systems, for example, controlling welding process variables based at least in part on nominal stresses estimated using finite element (FE) algorithms. The systems and methods described herein may be utilized to identify nominal stress in welded structures and components to enable adjustment of welding process variables for the manufacture of subsequent welded structures and components, for example, performed by the same welding system. The systems and methods described herein also allow readily available FE stress results to be utilized in a consistent manner, as well as providing user feedback regarding the accuracy of the nominal stress approximations. Furthermore, the systems and methods described herein are generally faster and less error prone than conventional techniques, and are relatively insensitive to mesh density of the FE stress calculations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 30/23 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using finite element methods [FEM] or finite difference methods [FDM]
  • B23K 9/095 - Monitoring or automatic control of welding parameters
  • G01N 33/207 - Welded or soldered jointsSolderability

24.

METHOD OF IDENTIFICATION AND DETECTION OF OBJECTS VIA INFRARED REFLECTANCE

      
Application Number 18954088
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-11-20
First Publication Date 2025-05-22
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chan, Eric To
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

In an embodiment, an object identification and detection system include an infrared reflectance assembly. The object identification and detection system include one or more infrared light sources and one or more sensors. The light is reflected from the object, and the one or more sensors detect light indicative of the reflected light and generate sensor data. A control system, coupled to the infrared reflectance assembly controls the one or more infrared light sources to illuminate a one transparent object. The control system also receives the sensor data from the one or more sensors and determines a characteristic of the object based on the sensor data. Further, the control system transmits a signal to activate a special effect based on the characteristic.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures

25.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF REFRESHMENTS SPECIAL EFFECTS

      
Application Number 18954180
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-11-20
First Publication Date 2025-05-22
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

A refreshments special effects system includes a special effects system. The special effects system includes one or more displays used to project an image. The special effects system also includes a beam splitter positioned between the one or more displays, or a reflector, and a vessel, wherein the beam splitter receives the image from the display or the reflector. Where present, the reflector reflects the image back toward and through the beam splitter. The image passes through the beam splitter to generate an illusion on or around a vessel. The refreshments special effects system includes a control system with one or more sensors that monitor and provide sensor data related to the vessel within the viewing area. Further, the refreshments special effects system includes a processor configured to activate the special effects system based on the sensor data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 13/398 - Synchronisation thereofControl thereof
  • A47G 19/22 - Drinking vessels or saucers used for table service
  • B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details
  • H04N 13/305 - Image reproducers for viewing without the aid of special glasses, i.e. using autostereoscopic displays using lenticular lenses, e.g. arrangements of cylindrical lenses
  • H04N 13/349 - Multi-view displays for displaying three or more geometrical viewpoints without viewer tracking
  • H04N 13/366 - Image reproducers using viewer tracking

26.

SITE ACCEPTANCE TEST GENERATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number US2024055385
Publication Number 2025/106378
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-11-11
Publication Date 2025-05-22
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Belardo, Carlos Enrique
  • Gebken, Dennis
  • Smith, Kevin Anthony

Abstract

A system (54) to facilitate inspection of an attraction (12) in an environment (10) includes a processing system with one or more processors (30, 62, 92) and memory (26, 60, 94) storing instructions executable by the processing system to cause the processing system to receive a source file (96) from a server (90), wherein the source file (96, 120) prescribes one or more target specifications for one or more operational characteristics of a component (50) of the attraction (12). The instructions are executable by the processing system to cause the processing system to generate a site acceptance test (SAT) (84) for the component (50) based on the source file (96, 120), wherein the SAT (84) includes one or more inspection criteria that correspond to the one or more operational characteristics of the component (50).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/0631 - Resource planning, allocation, distributing or scheduling for enterprises or organisations
  • G06Q 10/0635 - Risk analysis of enterprise or organisation activities
  • G06Q 10/20 - Administration of product repair or maintenance
  • G06Q 30/018 - Certifying business or products
  • G06Q 50/26 - Government or public services
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements

27.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANIMATED FIGURE MEDIA PROJECTION

      
Application Number 19011392
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-06
First Publication Date 2025-05-15
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Eck, Timothy J.
  • Mecca, Anthony Alexander
  • Romaire, Eli Joseph
  • Minor, Jahaziel
  • Wittmann, Matthias Wolfgang
  • Lupien, Alexandre
  • Beliveau, Steven
  • Sandin, Terry Orion

Abstract

A method of dynamic media generation for presentation via projection on an animated figure includes defining, via processing circuitry, a computer-generated model of the animated figure, operating, via the processing circuitry, a manufacturing system to generate a tangible model based on the computer-generated model, generating, via the processing circuitry, a revised computer-generated model based on the tangible model, simulating, via the processing circuitry, projection of imagery onto the revised computer-generated model, and operating, via the processing circuitry, a projector to project the imagery onto the tangible model based on simulated projection of the imagery onto the revised computer-generated model.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 13/40 - 3D [Three Dimensional] animation of characters, e.g. humans, animals or virtual beings
  • B33Y 50/00 - Data acquisition or data processing for additive manufacturing
  • G06T 17/00 - 3D modelling for computer graphics
  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics

28.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY IMAGES

      
Application Number 19022444
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-15
First Publication Date 2025-05-15
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Blum, Steven C.
  • Mcquillian, Brian B.

Abstract

A ride system includes at least one ride vehicle. The at least one ride vehicle is configured to receive a ride passenger. The ride system includes electronic goggles configured to be worn by the ride passenger. The electronic goggles include a camera and a display. The ride system includes a computer graphics generation system communicatively coupled to the electronic goggles, and configured to generate streaming media of a real world environment based on image data captured via the camera of the electronic goggles, generate one or more virtual augmentations superimposed on the streaming media of the real world environment, and to transmit the streaming media of the real world environment along with the one or more superimposed virtual augmentations to be displayed on the display of the electronic goggles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • A63G 21/00 - ChutesHelter-skelters
  • G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics

29.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EVALUATING CUSTOM AUDIENCE SEGMENTS

      
Application Number 18504886
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-08
First Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Estulin, Boris
  • Goldberg, Jeremy Elias
  • Barr, Thomas

Abstract

A non-transitory, computer-readable medium includes instructions, that, when executed, cause processing circuitry to receive, from an electronic device, a request regarding a custom segment defined by a first Boolean expression of a plurality of segments having elements corresponding to, or representative of, one or more electronic devices and/or one or more users of the one or more electronic devices. The instructions, when executed, also cause the processing circuitry to generate a different, second Boolean expression based on the first Boolean expression and the plurality of segments. Additionally, the instructions, when executed, cause the processing circuitry to determine a number of distinct elements of the custom segment at least partially utilizing the second Boolean expression and a plurality of data structures corresponding to the plurality of segments. Furthermore, the instructions, when executed, cause the processing circuitry to send an indication of the number of distinct elements to the electronic device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 11/22 - Detection or location of defective computer hardware by testing during standby operation or during idle time, e.g. start-up testing

30.

GAP BLOCKING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AMUSEMENT PARK ATTRACTIONS

      
Application Number 19012516
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-07
First Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bertoncello, James Anthony
  • Russell, Jr., Michael David
  • Wainwright, Jr., Fred Calvin
  • Borgman, Brad
  • Coats, Daniel
  • Gordon, Michael
  • Salter, Kenneth D.
  • Weigand, Frank

Abstract

A gap blocking system includes a loading platform having a gap separating a first portion of the loading platform from a second portion of the loading platform. A ride vehicle is coupled to a transport extending through the gap. The gap blocking system also includes a panel assembly coupled to the loading platform and comprising a plurality of panels, wherein each panel of the plurality of panels is coupled to a respective biasing mechanism coupled to the first portion of the loading platform and configured to bias each panel towards a closed configuration in which each panel extends radially away from the first portion of the loading platform.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B61B 1/02 - General arrangement of stations and platforms including protection devices for the passengers
  • A63G 4/00 - Accessories for roundabouts not restricted to one of groups or
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • A63G 31/02 - Amusement arrangements with moving substructures
  • A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel
  • B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
  • B60R 21/01 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents
  • B61B 3/00 - Elevated railway systems with suspended vehicles
  • B61L 1/00 - Devices along the route controlled by interaction with the vehicle or train
  • B61L 1/04 - Electric devices associated with track mechanically actuated by a part of the vehicle

31.

VIRTUAL QUEUING TECHNIQUES

      
Application Number 19016715
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-10
First Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Polk, Jeff
  • Derda, Dave
  • Geraghty, Thomas Martin
  • Schwartz, Justin Michael
  • Traynor, Mark James

Abstract

The virtual queue system includes a virtual queue controller comprising a processor and a memory, wherein the memory stores instructions executable by the processor and is configured to receive a request, the request being associated with an individual guest, for a position in a virtual queue of an attraction, assign the individual guest to the position in the virtual queue in response to the request, receive ride schedule data for the attraction comprising information about a change in status of individual rides of the attraction, and determine a wait time for the individual guest for the attraction based at least on the position of the individual guest in the virtual queue, the ride schedule data, and historical guest throughput at the attraction. The virtual queue system is further configured to output a signal to a guest-associated device indicating the wait time for the attraction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 10/02 - Reservations, e.g. for tickets, services or events
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • G06Q 10/0631 - Resource planning, allocation, distributing or scheduling for enterprises or organisations
  • G07C 11/00 - Arrangements, systems or apparatus for checking, e.g. the occurrence of a condition, not provided for elsewhere

32.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROJECTION MAPPING ONTO MULTIPLE RIGID BODIES

      
Application Number US2024053970
Publication Number 2025/096833
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-31
Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor Eck, Timothy J.

Abstract

An attraction system may include a projection mapped tangible show element with a first rigid body including a first shell coupled to a first tracker, a second rigid body including a second shell coupled to a second tracker, and a connection coupling the first rigid body and the second rigid body to one another. The connection may enable movement of the first rigid body relative to the second rigid body. The attraction system may also include an image sensor to generate sensor data indicative of a first position of the first rigid body and a second position of the second rigid body and a projector to project first image data on the first rigid body and second image data on the second rigid body.

IPC Classes  ?

33.

NBCU

      
Application Number 019181885
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-05-05
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 38 - Telecommunications services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Prerecorded video and audio discs, DVDs, video and audio cassettes, optical and magneto-optical discs featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; prerecorded CDs featuring music and entertainment sound tracks; downloadable audio, visual, multimedia and digital files in the fields of news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety; downloadable software applications for accessing, streaming or viewing audio, visual and multimedia content for use with computers, mobile devices, and wired and wireless electronic devices; video game discs; downloadable video game software; downloadable interactive software for playing games; downloadable multimedia software featuring entertainment; accessories for mobile, portable and handheld devices, namely, protective covers and cases; charging appliances for rechargeable equipment; eyewear, eyeglasses, sunglasses and cases therefor; decorative magnets; cinematographic machines and apparatus; wireless communication devices and systems for computer software for the transmission of audio, voice, multimedia and images; downloadable animated cartoons; electronic publications, downloadable, namely, magazines and books in the field of entertainment; magnetically encoded and electronic gift cards. Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers. Television, cable television, satellite television, internet, wireless networks and mobile wireless networks broadcasting services; streaming, transmission and delivery of programming, audio and visual content, television programs, movies, music and entertainment media content via television, cable television, satellite television, video-on-demand, digital media, the internet, and wireless and mobile networks; webcasting services; transmission of podcasts; electronic transmission and delivery of voice, data, images, signals, messages, and information. Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; entertainment services in the nature of the production and distribution of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing images, non-downloadable videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks; publishing of non-downloadable interactive game software; publishing of non-downloadable interactive software in the field of entertainment; amusement park attraction and theme park services; presentation of live show performances; providing waterpark services; providing recreational areas for entertainment and amusement, namely, interactive play areas; organizing events in the field of news, sports and entertainment; organizing contests, displays and exhibits in the field of news, sports and entertainment; providing on-demand and rental of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games in the fields of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; online non-downloadable electronic publications, namely, text and graphic works featuring news, sports and entertainment.

34.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROJECTION MAPPING ONTO MULTIPLE RIGID BODIES

      
Application Number 18932958
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-10-31
First Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor Eck, Timothy J.

Abstract

An attraction system may include a projection mapped tangible show element with a first rigid body including a first shell coupled to a first tracker, a second rigid body including a second shell coupled to a second tracker, and a connection coupling the first rigid body and the second rigid body to one another. The connection may enable movement of the first rigid body relative to the second rigid body. The attraction system may also include an image sensor to generate sensor data indicative of a first position of the first rigid body and a second position of the second rigid body and a projector to project first image data on the first rigid body and second image data on the second rigid body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 9/31 - Projection devices for colour picture display
  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer

35.

ISLE OF CURIOSITY

      
Serial Number 99165593
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-05-01
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Amusement park, theme park, and waterpark services; Entertainment services in the nature of amusement park, theme park, and waterpark attractions; Providing amusement arcade services; Entertainment services in the nature of providing interactive play areas for children and adults; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by costumed characters; Entertainment services in the nature of escape room attractions; Entertainment services, namely, live music concerts and performances, live performances by a dj, live dance performances

36.

LOCAL INTERACTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 19011062
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-06
First Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Yeh, Wei Cheng
  • Cossairt, Travis Jon

Abstract

An interaction point receives an interaction with a wearable device, wherein the interaction includes a data transmission between the wearable device and the first interaction point indicating that a user has interacted with the first interaction point. The interaction point locally processes the interaction between the wearable device and the first interaction point. Further, the interaction point provides information based on the local processing to a second interaction point.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • A63G 33/00 - Devices allowing competitions between several persons, not otherwise provided for
  • G06F 12/0802 - Addressing of a memory level in which the access to the desired data or data block requires associative addressing means, e.g. caches

37.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A GUEST TO INTERACT WITH AN INTERACTIVE AREA

      
Application Number 18635267
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-04-15
First Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Freedman, Daniel Matthew
  • Melvold, Daniel Patrick
  • Vance, Eric Allan

Abstract

An interactive area includes a first display disposed along a path for a queue for an attraction. The interactive area also includes a recognition and tracking system configured to recognize or to identify a guest upon entering the queue and to track the guest as they move along the path. The interactive area further includes a controller coupled to the recognition and tracking system. The controller is configured to cause first display to exhibit a user interface that moves with the guest along the first display as the guest moves along the path.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • G06F 3/0488 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] using specific features provided by the input device, e.g. functions controlled by the rotation of a mouse with dual sensing arrangements, or of the nature of the input device, e.g. tap gestures based on pressure sensed by a digitiser using a touch-screen or digitiser, e.g. input of commands through traced gestures
  • G06F 3/14 - Digital output to display device
  • G06F 3/16 - Sound inputSound output

38.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A GUEST TO INTERACT WITH AN INTERACTIVE AREA

      
Application Number US2024052659
Publication Number 2025/090671
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-23
Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Freedman, Daniel Matthew
  • Melvold, Daniel Patrick
  • Vance, Eric Allan

Abstract

An interactive area includes a first display disposed along a path for a queue for an attraction. The interactive area also includes a recognition and tracking system configured to recognize or to identify a guest upon entering the queue and to track the guest as they move along the path. The interactive area further includes a controller coupled to the recognition and tracking system. The controller is configured to cause first display to exhibit a user interface that moves with the guest along the first display as the guest moves along the path.

IPC Classes  ?

39.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RESETTING A SHOW EFFECT SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2024049714
Publication Number 2025/085250
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-03
Publication Date 2025-04-24
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Vankerschaever, Morris A.
  • Gathman, Blaine Michael
  • Majdali, David Gerard

Abstract

A show effect system (58) may include one or more cables (90), a front panel (84) coupled to one or more coupling joints (86) configured to receive the one or more cables (90) and provide a signal indicative of a connection between a first cable (90A) of the one or more cables (90) and a first coupling joint (86A) of the one or more coupling joints (86), and a slidable plate (186) coupled to one or more pins (192) and an actuator (194), wherein the actuator (194) is configured to drive the slidable plate (186) to bring a first pin (192A) of the one or more pins (192) into contact with the first cable (90A) to disconnect the first cable (90A) from the first coupling joint (86A).

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • A63F 9/24 - Games using electronic circuits not otherwise provided for

40.

PRODUCTION RESOURCE OBJECT MANAGER

      
Application Number 18486932
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-13
First Publication Date 2025-04-17
Owner NBCUNIVERSAL MEDIA, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Daurio, Steven
  • Sturgill, Jason
  • Baek, Michael
  • Dayrit, Robert
  • Barton, Robert
  • Mcfarland, Tanya
  • Burnheimer, Andrew

Abstract

According to at least one embodiment, a method for providing connectivity between a remote source and a control room is disclosed. The method includes: receiving a request to connect the remote source and the control room; and in response to receiving the request, determining an input/output mapping between the remote source and the control room. The input/output mapping is based on a first profile information associated with the remote source and a second profile information associated with the control room. The method further includes: based on the determined input/output mapping, enabling a connection between the remote source and the control room.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 23/661 - Transmitting camera control signals through networks, e.g. control via the Internet
  • H04N 5/268 - Signal distribution or switching

41.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RESETTING A SHOW EFFECT SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18759207
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-06-28
First Publication Date 2025-04-17
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Vankerschaever, Morris A.
  • Gathman, Blaine Michael
  • Majdali, David Gerard

Abstract

A show effect system may include one or more cables, a front panel coupled to one or more coupling joints configured to receive the one or more cables and provide a signal indicative of a connection between a first cable of the one or more cables and a first coupling joint of the one or more coupling joints, and a slidable plate coupled to one or more pins and an actuator, wherein the actuator is configured to drive the slidable plate to bring a first pin of the one or more pins into contact with the first cable to disconnect the first cable from the first coupling joint.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • H01R 13/633 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for disengagement only
  • H01R 13/70 - Structural association with built-in electrical component with built-in switch

42.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY IMAGES

      
Document Number 03254797
Status Pending
Filing Date 2015-08-10
Open to Public Date 2025-04-12
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Blum, Steven C.
  • Mcquillian, Brian B.

Abstract

A ride system includes at least one ride vehicle. The at least one ride vehicle is configured to receive a ride passenger. The ride system includes electronic goggles configured to be worn by the ride passenger. The electronic goggles include a camera and a display. The ride system includes a computer graphics generation system communicatively coupled to the electronic goggles, and configured to generate streaming media of a real world environment based on image data captured via the camera of the electronic goggles, generate one or more virtual augmentations superimposed on the streaming media of the real world environment, and to transmit the streaming media of the real world environment along with the one or more superimposed virtual augmentations to be displayed on the display of the electronic goggles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics
  • H04N 13/156 - Mixing image signals
  • H04N 13/239 - Image signal generators using stereoscopic image cameras using two 2D image sensors having a relative position equal to or related to the interocular distance
  • H04N 13/293 - Generating mixed stereoscopic imagesGenerating mixed monoscopic and stereoscopic images, e.g. a stereoscopic image overlay window on a monoscopic image background

43.

POST-PRODUCTION PLATFORM SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18630751
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-04-09
First Publication Date 2025-04-10
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Marcik, Joshua
  • Dalton, Hugues

Abstract

Systems and methods for efficient and reliable post-production editing are provided. Specifically, a central ingest system reduces processing and storage burdens by satisfying multiple workgroup requests for content via a single-stored version of the content and metadata supplied to each of the requesting workgroups. Further, a monitoring system provides metric data records that include metrics sources from a plurality of different metric sources associated with post-production working systems. These metric data records enable efficient and accurate diagnosis of problems and remediation actions, which may be implemented by the post-production platform.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 11/07 - Responding to the occurrence of a fault, e.g. fault tolerance
  • G11B 27/34 - Indicating arrangements
  • G11B 27/36 - Monitoring, i.e. supervising the progress of recording or reproducing

44.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY IMAGES

      
Application Number 18950996
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-11-18
First Publication Date 2025-04-10
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Blum, Steven C.
  • Mcquillian, Brian B.

Abstract

A ride system includes at least one ride vehicle. The at least one ride vehicle is configured to receive a ride passenger. The ride system includes electronic goggles configured to be worn by the ride passenger. The electronic goggles include a camera and a display. The ride system includes a computer graphics generation system communicatively coupled to the electronic goggles, and configured to generate streaming media of a real world environment based on image data captured via the camera of the electronic goggles, generate one or more virtual augmentations superimposed on the streaming media of the real world environment, and to transmit the streaming media of the real world environment along with the one or more superimposed virtual augmentations to be displayed on the display of the electronic goggles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • A63G 21/00 - ChutesHelter-skelters
  • G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics

45.

ELECTRONIC POST FOR AMUSEMENT PARK SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18981857
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-16
First Publication Date 2025-04-10
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Hertzler, Elam Kevin

Abstract

An amusement park system includes an electronic post configured to be positioned within a receptacle of a base of the amusement park system. The electronic post is configured to receive power directed to the receptacle. The amusement park system also includes a control system configured to determine a location of the electronic post and instruct operation based on the location.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05B 47/175 - Controlling the light source by remote control
  • G08B 7/00 - Signalling systems according to more than one of groups Personal calling systems according to more than one of groups
  • H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
  • H02J 50/40 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using two or more transmitting or receiving devices
  • H02J 50/80 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving the exchange of data, concerning supply or distribution of electric power, between transmitting devices and receiving devices
  • H02J 50/90 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power involving detection or optimisation of position, e.g. alignment

46.

PADDOCK PLAY

      
Serial Number 99109618
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-28
Owner
  • Universal City Studios LLC ()
  • Amblin' Entertainment, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Entertainment services in the nature of amusement park, theme park, and waterpark attractions; Providing interactive play areas for children and adults; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by costumed characters; Amusement park, theme park, and waterpark services; Entertainment services, namely, live entertainment and street performances, particularly, live music concerts and performances, live performances by a dj, live dance performances, live light shows, live laser shows; live performances by balloon artists, live performances by stilt walkers; Entertainment services in the nature of escape room attractions; Providing dance halls; Organization of dance events; Presentation of live show performances; Providing carnival game and amusement arcade services

47.

DYNAMIC MODEL SELECTION FOR ACCURATE TIME SERIES FORECASTING

      
Application Number 18475947
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-27
First Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bay, Yong Yi
  • Chen, Jing

Abstract

A forecasting system is designed to train and utilize dynamic models for forecasting metrics associated with content provision. For example, a forecasting system may identify characteristics of received training data relating to a particular title. The characteristics may be used to select one of a plurality of available forecasting models to train.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/0202 - Market predictions or forecasting for commercial activities
  • G06Q 10/04 - Forecasting or optimisation specially adapted for administrative or management purposes, e.g. linear programming or "cutting stock problem"

48.

Metadata Manipulation

      
Application Number 18763560
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-03
First Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner
  • Comcast Cable Communications, LLC (USA)
  • NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Franz, Joseph
  • Garg, Dhurv

Abstract

A data stream, such as a video stream, may comprise one or more event trigger messages indicating an upcoming event in the stream. The time (e.g., pre-roll time) between the event trigger message and its corresponding event may be modified, based on rules, to provide a network operator, service provider or downstream recipient more (or less) time to prepare for the event. This may be accomplished by moving the event trigger to an earlier (or later) location in the stream, and/or editing the event trigger to indicate the different pre-roll time.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 21/44 - Processing of video elementary streams, e.g. splicing a video clip retrieved from local storage with an incoming video stream or rendering scenes according to encoded video stream scene graphs
  • H04N 21/4402 - Processing of video elementary streams, e.g. splicing a video clip retrieved from local storage with an incoming video stream or rendering scenes according to encoded video stream scene graphs involving reformatting operations of video signals for household redistribution, storage or real-time display
  • H04N 21/442 - Monitoring of processes or resources, e.g. detecting the failure of a recording device, monitoring the downstream bandwidth, the number of times a movie has been viewed or the storage space available from the internal hard disk
  • H04N 21/81 - Monomedia components thereof
  • H04N 21/845 - Structuring of content, e.g. decomposing content into time segments

49.

IMAGE CORRECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number US2024046971
Publication Number 2025/064361
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-16
Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Goergen, Patrick John
  • Jordan, Robert Michael

Abstract

An image correction system may include a head-mounted display, a server, and a local correction device. The head-mounted display includes a display configured to display one or more corrected images and one or more sensors configured to generate initial tracking information and updated tracking information, wherein the initial tracking information is associated with a first time point and the updated tracking information is associated with a second time point subsequent to the first time point. The local correction device is configured to: receive the tracking information from the head-mounted display, transmit the initial tracking information to a server, receive one or more rendered images from the server, generate the one or more corrected images based on the one or more rendered images and the updated tracking information, and transmit the one or more corrected images to the head-mounted display.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer

50.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TRACKING AN INTERACTIVE OBJECT

      
Application Number US2024047051
Publication Number 2025/064406
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-17
Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Yeh, Wei, Cheng
  • Rodgers, Rachel, Elise

Abstract

An interactive object control system (10) includes processing circuitry (18) with one or more processors (50) and memory (52) storing instructions, that when executed by the processing circuitry (18) cause the processing circuitry (18) to send instructions to an interactive object (20) to cause one or more object emitters (25) of the interactive object (20) to emit light; receive photodiode array data from one or more photodiode arrays (30), wherein the photodiode array data is indicative of detection of the light emitted by the one or more object emitters (25) of the interactive object (20); determine a position of the interactive object (20) in an interactive environment (14) based on the photodiode array data; receive image data from one or more cameras (16); identify the interactive object (20) in the image data based on the position of the interactive object (20) in the interactive environment (14) and an indication of reflected light in the image data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 13/212 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types using sensors worn by the player, e.g. for measuring heart beat or leg activity
  • A63F 13/213 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types comprising photodetecting means, e.g. cameras, photodiodes or infrared cells
  • A63F 13/28 - Output arrangements for video game devices responding to control signals received from the game device for affecting ambient conditions, e.g. for vibrating players' seats, activating scent dispensers or affecting temperature or light
  • A63F 13/65 - Generating or modifying game content before or while executing the game program, e.g. authoring tools specially adapted for game development or game-integrated level editor automatically by game devices or servers from real world data, e.g. measurement in live racing competition
  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • G06F 3/03 - Arrangements for converting the position or the displacement of a member into a coded form

51.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING A ROBOT

      
Application Number 18890367
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-19
First Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boxer, Eric Ross
  • Chan, Eric To
  • Gebhardt, Michael James

Abstract

A multi-sectional robot includes a first robot configured to communicate via a first protocol and a second robot coupled to the first robot and configured to communicate via a second protocol. Further, the multi-sectional robot includes a controller that operates based on a third protocol, receives movement commands to move the multi-sectional robot, determines a status of the multi-sectional robot, determines an operational profile for the first robot and the second robot based on the movement commands and the status, translates at least a first portion of the operational profile from the third protocol to a first translation in the first protocol, translates at least a second portion of the operational profile from the third protocol to a second translation in the second protocol, outputs the first translation to the first robot as first operational instructions, and outputs the second translation to the second robot as second operational instructions.

IPC Classes  ?

52.

GAP BLOCKING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AMUSEMENT PARK ATTRACTIONS

      
Application Number 18977601
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-11
First Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fontiveros Penso, Maria Carlota
  • Wilcox, Rachel Sarah
  • Dannenfelser, Jr., Robert William
  • Bertoncello, James Anthony
  • Russell, Jr., Michael David

Abstract

A gap blocking system includes a loading platform having a gap separating a first portion of the loading platform from a second portion of the loading platform. A ride vehicle is coupled to a transport extending through the gap. A guardrail assembly having a plurality of guardrail units is coupled to the first portion, where the guardrail units are configured to transition between a first position and a second position. The guardrail units are configured to block access to the gap when in the first position. The ride vehicle includes an engagement feature configured to interface with an individual guardrail unit of the guardrail units to selectively transition the individual guardrail unit from the first position to the second position. The individual guardrail unit is configured to permit the ride vehicle to occupy a guest-accessible position adjacent to or on the loading platform in the second position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B61B 1/02 - General arrangement of stations and platforms including protection devices for the passengers
  • A63G 4/00 - Accessories for roundabouts not restricted to one of groups or
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • A63G 31/02 - Amusement arrangements with moving substructures
  • A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel
  • B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
  • B60R 21/01 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents
  • B61B 3/00 - Elevated railway systems with suspended vehicles
  • B61L 1/00 - Devices along the route controlled by interaction with the vehicle or train
  • B61L 1/04 - Electric devices associated with track mechanically actuated by a part of the vehicle

53.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING A ROBOT

      
Application Number US2024047669
Publication Number 2025/064800
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-20
Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boxer, Eric Ross
  • Chan, Eric To
  • Gebhardt, Michael James

Abstract

A multi-sectional robot 16 includes a first robot 12 configured to communicate via a first protocol 220 and a second robot 14 coupled to the first robot 12 and configured to communicate via a second protocol 222. Further, the multi-sectional robot 16 includes a controller 20 that operates based on a third protocol, receives movement commands to move the multi-sectional robot 16, determines a status of the multi-sectional robot 16, determines an operational profile for the first robot 12 and the second robot 14 based on the movement commands and the status, translates at least a first portion of the operational profile from the third protocol to a first translation in the first protocol 220, translates at least a second portion of the operational profile from the third protocol to a second translation in the second protocol 222, outputs the first translation to the first robot 12 as first operational instructions, and outputs the second translation to the second robot 14 as second operational instructions.

IPC Classes  ?

54.

POPCORN PALETTE

      
Serial Number 99098005
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Toys, games and playthings, namely, action figures and accessories therefor, bathtub toys, kites, toy building blocks, board games, action skill games, manipulative games, target games, bubble making wand and solution sets, children’s multiple activity toys, costume masks, mechanical toys, toy vehicles and accessories therefor, dolls, doll accessories, doll clothing, bean bag dolls, toy figures and accessories therefor, play figures, inflatable toys, flying discs, jigsaw puzzles, marbles, plush toys, puppets, ride-on toys, skateboards, balloons, roller skates, toy banks, water squirting toys and stuffed toys; Christmas tree ornaments; water globes; pinball machines; playing cards; hand-held unit for playing electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; golf and sports balls, stress relief exercise balls

55.

POPCORN PALETTE

      
Serial Number 99098006
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear

Goods & Services

Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers

56.

POPCORN PALETTE

      
Serial Number 99098008
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 18 - Leather and imitations of leather

Goods & Services

Articles made from leather and imitations of leather, namely, credit card cases and business card cases, change purses, coin purses, fanny packs, luggage, luggage tags, knapsacks, key cases, leather key chains, satchels, waist packs, wallets; bags, namely, all purpose sport bags, athletic bags, all purpose carrying bags, baby backpacks, backpacks, beach bags, book bags, duffel bags, gym bags, overnight bags; shopping bags of canvas, mesh, or textile; tote bags; purses; handbags; wallets; umbrellas; diaper bags; knapsacks

57.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR LAYERED VIRTUAL FEATURES IN AN AMUSEMENT PARK ENVIRONMENT

      
Application Number 18959093
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-11-25
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hall, Gregory Shellman
  • Majdali, David Gerard

Abstract

A system for providing an augmented reality, a virtual reality, and/or a mixed reality experience to a user includes a first display and a second display. The user views a real-world environment through the first display and the second display. The system includes a wearable visualization device that includes the first display and a fixed visualization device that includes the second display. The first display is configured to display a first layer of virtual features and the second display is configured to display a second layer of virtual features. The system includes a processor configured to generate the first layer of virtual features and the second layer of virtual features. The processor is configured to operatively communicate with the wearable visualization device and the fixed visualization device to coordinate presentation of the first layer of virtual features and the second layer of virtual features.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • A63F 13/211 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types using inertial sensors, e.g. accelerometers or gyroscopes
  • A63F 13/213 - Input arrangements for video game devices characterised by their sensors, purposes or types comprising photodetecting means, e.g. cameras, photodiodes or infrared cells
  • A63F 13/245 - Constructional details thereof, e.g. game controllers with detachable joystick handles specially adapted to a particular type of game, e.g. steering wheels
  • A63F 13/25 - Output arrangements for video game devices
  • A63F 13/26 - Output arrangements for video game devices having at least one additional display device, e.g. on the game controller or outside a game booth
  • A63F 13/30 - Interconnection arrangements between game servers and game devicesInterconnection arrangements between game devicesInterconnection arrangements between game servers
  • A63F 13/355 - Performing operations on behalf of clients with restricted processing capabilities, e.g. servers transform changing game scene into an encoded video stream for transmitting to a mobile phone or a thin client
  • A63F 13/5255 - Changing parameters of virtual cameras according to dedicated instructions from a player, e.g. using a secondary joystick to rotate the camera around a player's character
  • A63F 13/837 - Shooting of targets
  • A63F 13/843 - Special adaptations for executing a specific game genre or game mode involving concurrently two or more players on the same game device, e.g. requiring the use of a plurality of controllers or of a specific view of game data for each player
  • A63G 7/00 - Up-and-down-hill tracks or switchbacks
  • A63G 27/00 - Russian swingsGreat wheels, e.g. Ferris wheels
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel
  • G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • G06F 3/04815 - Interaction with a metaphor-based environment or interaction object displayed as three-dimensional, e.g. changing the user viewpoint with respect to the environment or object
  • G06F 3/04845 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range for image manipulation, e.g. dragging, rotation, expansion or change of colour
  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics
  • H04N 13/344 - Displays for viewing with the aid of special glasses or head-mounted displays [HMD] with head-mounted left-right displays

58.

IMAGE CORRECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number 18883601
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-12
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Goergen, Patrick John
  • Jordan, Robert Michael

Abstract

An image correction system may include a head-mounted display, a server, and a local correction device. The head-mounted display includes a display configured to display one or more corrected images and one or more sensors configured to generate initial tracking information and updated tracking information, wherein the initial tracking information is associated with a first time point and the updated tracking information is associated with a second time point subsequent to the first time point. The local correction device is configured to: receive the tracking information from the head-mounted display, transmit the initial tracking information to a server, receive one or more rendered images from the server, generate the one or more corrected images based on the one or more rendered images and the updated tracking information, and transmit the one or more corrected images to the head-mounted display.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 5/80 - Geometric correction
  • A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel
  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • G06F 3/14 - Digital output to display device
  • G06T 7/20 - Analysis of motion

59.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TRACKING AN INTERACTIVE OBJECT

      
Application Number 18886640
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-16
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Yeh, Wei Cheng
  • Rodgers, Rachel Elise

Abstract

An interactive object control system includes processing circuitry with one or more processors and memory storing instructions, that when executed by the processing circuitry cause the processing circuitry to send instructions to an interactive object to cause one or more object emitters of the interactive object to emit light; receive photodiode array data from one or more photodiode arrays, wherein the photodiode array data is indicative of detection of the light emitted by the one or more object emitters of the interactive object; determine a position of the interactive object in an interactive environment based on the photodiode array data; receive image data from one or more cameras; identify the interactive object in the image data based on the position of the interactive object in the interactive environment and an indication of reflected light in the image data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06T 7/20 - Analysis of motion
  • G06T 7/70 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras
  • G06T 13/40 - 3D [Three Dimensional] animation of characters, e.g. humans, animals or virtual beings
  • G06V 10/141 - Control of illumination

60.

MOVABLE PANEL FOR AMUSEMENT PARK ATTRACTION SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2024045288
Publication Number 2025/054250
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-09-05
Publication Date 2025-03-13
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Niecestro, Daniel
  • Trazzera, Vincent Joseph

Abstract

A ride vehicle (52) for an amusement park attraction system (50) includes a plurality of walls (56) cooperatively defining a volume (58) configured to receive a guest (54) into the ride vehicle (52) and a panel assembly (60) with a panel (62) and a wall (56A) of the plurality of walls (56). The wall (56A) is configured to contain the panel (62) in a first configuration of the panel assembly (60), and the panel (62) is configured to move relative to the wall (56A) and be positioned out of, actuate out of, and/or extend out of the wall (56A) in a second configuration of the panel assembly (60).

IPC Classes  ?

61.

VIRTUAL LINE

      
Serial Number 99078906
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-11
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Entertainment services, namely, arranging for reservations for theme, amusement, and water park attractions rendered in-person or via smartphone; entertainment services, namely, offering computerized reservation services for amusement, theme and water park attractions through the use of an electronic computer system and for reducing and managing wait times; entertainment services, namely, providing virtual queuing services, namely, making reservations for others for theme, amusement, and water park attractions, to manage and reduce wait times; entertainment services, namely, ticketing services for theme, amusement, and water park attractions rendered in-person or via smartphone

62.

VIRTUAL LINE

      
Serial Number 99079006
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-11
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Downloadable software for managing queue times and reservations, and providing access to amusement park, theme park, and water park attractions; downloadable software for managing and reducing wait times for amusement park, theme park, and water park attractions

63.

UNIVERSAL MEGA MOVIE SUMMER

      
Serial Number 99073597
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-07
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Amusement park, theme park, and water park services; Entertainment services in the nature of amusement park, theme park, and water park attractions, namely, rides and themed areas; Presentation of live show performances; Providing amusement arcade services; Adult's and children's entertainment and amusement centers, namely, interactive play areas; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by costumed characters; Education and entertainment services, namely, conducting guided tours of motion picture and television production facilities and related exhibitions and demonstrations at such facilities; Entertainment services in the nature of escape room attractions; Entertainment services, namely, live entertainment and street performances in the nature of live music concerts and live music performances, live performances by a DJ, live dance performances, live performances by balloon artists in the nature of balloon twisting for others, and live performances by stilt walkers; Entertainment services, namely, hosting social entertainment events in connection with retail stores in and adjacent to an amusement park; movie showing

64.

JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH

      
Serial Number 99071502
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-06
Owner
  • Universal City Studios LLC ()
  • Amblin' Entertainment, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear

Goods & Services

Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers

65.

JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH

      
Serial Number 99071507
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-06
Owner
  • Universal City Studios LLC ()
  • Amblin' Entertainment, Inc. ()
NICE Classes  ? 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Toys, games and playthings, namely, action figures and accessories therefor, bathtub toys, kites, toy building blocks, board games, action skill games, manipulative games, target games, bubble making wand and solution sets, children’s multiple activity toys, costume masks, mechanical toys, toy vehicles and accessories therefor, dolls, doll accessories, doll clothing, bean bag dolls, toy figures and accessories therefor, play figures, inflatable toys, flying discs, jigsaw puzzles, marbles, plush toys, puppets, ride-on toys, skateboards, balloons, roller skates, toy banks, water squirting toys and stuffed toys; Christmas tree ornaments; water globes; pinball machines; playing cards; hand-held unit for playing electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; golf and sports balls, stress relief exercise balls

66.

MOVABLE PANEL FOR AMUSEMENT PARK ATTRACTION SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18823491
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-03
First Publication Date 2025-03-06
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Niecestro, Daniel
  • Trazzera, Vincent Joseph

Abstract

A ride vehicle for an amusement park attraction system includes a plurality of walls cooperatively defining a volume configured to receive a guest into the ride vehicle and a panel assembly with a panel and a wall of the plurality of walls. The wall is configured to contain the panel in a first configuration of the panel assembly, and the panel is configured to move relative to the wall and be positioned out of, actuate out of, and/or extend out of the wall in a second configuration of the panel assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 31/02 - Amusement arrangements with moving substructures

67.

JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH

      
Application Number 019151393
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-05
Owner
  • AMBLIN' ENTERTAINMENT, INC. (USA)
  • Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Prerecorded video and audio discs, DVDs, video and audio cassettes, optical and magneto-optical discs featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; prerecorded CDs featuring music and entertainment sound tracks; downloadable audio, visual, multimedia and digital files in the fields of news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety; downloadable software applications for accessing, streaming or viewing audio, visual and multimedia content for use with computers, mobile devices, and wired and wireless electronic devices; video game discs; downloadable video game software; downloadable interactive software for playing games; downloadable multimedia software featuring entertainment; accessories for mobile, portable and handheld devices, namely, protective covers and cases; charging appliances for rechargeable equipment; eyewear, eyeglasses, sunglasses and cases therefor; decorative magnets; cinematographic machines and apparatus; wireless communication devices and systems for computer software for the transmission of audio, voice, multimedia and images; downloadable animated cartoons; electronic publications, downloadable, namely, magazines and books in the field of entertainment; magnetically encoded and electronic gift cards. Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers. Toys, games and playthings, namely, action figures and accessories therefor, bathtub toys, kites, toy building blocks, board games, action skill games, manipulative games, target games, bubble making wand and solution sets, children’s multiple activity toys, costume masks, mechanical toys, toy vehicles and accessories therefor, dolls, doll accessories, doll clothing, bean bag dolls, toy figures and accessories therefor, play figures, inflatable toys, flying discs, jigsaw puzzles, marbles, plush toys, puppets, ride-on toys, skateboards, balloons, roller skates, toy banks, water squirting toys and stuffed toys; Christmas tree ornaments; water globes; pinball machines; playing cards; hand-held unit for playing electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; golf and sports balls, stress relief exercise balls.

68.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRESENTING CONTEXTUAL CLIPS FOR DISTRIBUTED CONTENT

      
Application Number 18903379
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-10-01
First Publication Date 2025-02-27
Owner NBCUniversal Media, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Jackson, Jr., Jack
  • Faulknor, David
  • Mckenzie, Shannon

Abstract

Systems and methods for presenting contextual clips for distributed content are disclosed. Some embodiments include receiving an input for presenting content while the content is currently being distributed at a first distribution time point within the content, transmitting a request for contextual content prior to the first distribution time point, receiving information for displaying a plurality of contextual content clips distributed prior to the first distribution time point, wherein each of the plurality of contextual content clips corresponds to an event depicted in the content, displaying the plurality of contextual content clips using the received information, and displaying the content at a second distribution time point after all of the plurality of contextual content clips have been displayed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 21/234 - Processing of video elementary streams, e.g. splicing of video streams or manipulating encoded video stream scene graphs
  • H04N 21/2187 - Live feed
  • H04N 21/235 - Processing of additional data, e.g. scrambling of additional data or processing content descriptors
  • H04N 21/4722 - End-user interface for requesting content, additional data or servicesEnd-user interface for interacting with content, e.g. for content reservation or setting reminders, for requesting event notification or for manipulating displayed content for requesting additional data associated with the content
  • H04N 21/478 - Supplemental services, e.g. displaying phone caller identification or shopping application
  • H04N 21/84 - Generation or processing of descriptive data, e.g. content descriptors
  • H04N 21/845 - Structuring of content, e.g. decomposing content into time segments
  • H04N 21/8549 - Creating video summaries, e.g. movie trailer

69.

MIRROR WEDGE ILLUSION SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number 18943687
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-11-11
First Publication Date 2025-02-27
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kirschbaum, Ilana
  • Eck, Timothy J.

Abstract

A dual-surfaced mirror for a mirror wedge illusion. The dual-surfaced mirror includes a reflective material layer, a thin glass layer overlaying a front surface of the reflective material, a dark mask layer overlaying a back surface of the reflective material, and a thick glass support layer coupled to the dark mask layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 31/16 - Amusement arrangements creating illusions of travel
  • G02B 5/08 - Mirrors
  • G02B 30/40 - Optical systems or apparatus for producing three-dimensional [3D] effects, e.g. stereoscopic images giving the observer of a single two-dimensional [2D] image a perception of depth
  • G09F 13/32 - Illuminated signsLuminous advertising with moving optical part or parts, e.g. mirrors

70.

TECHNIQUES FOR CONSTRUCTING THEMED ROCKWORK STRUCTURES

      
Application Number US2024042725
Publication Number 2025/042754
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-08-16
Publication Date 2025-02-27
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Clark, Benjamin Robert
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler
  • Hertzler, Elam Kevin

Abstract

A rockwork system includes a support structure comprising a plurality of modular construction blocks (58, 59). The plurality of modular construction blocks includes at least one terminal modular construction block (59) forming an exterior face of the support structure, and the at least one terminal modular construction block (59) includes a first coupler (66) in a first coupler active configuration. The support structure also includes at least one additional modular construction block (58) coupled to the at least one terminal modular construction block (59), and the at least one additional modular construction block (58) includes a second coupler (69) in a second coupler inactive configuration. The rockwork system also includes at least one exterior shaped piece (63) comprising a mesh support, and the at least one exterior shaped piece is disposed at least partially around the support structure and is coupled to the first coupler (66) of the at least one terminal modular construction block via a complementary coupler (64).

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 7/00 - Up-and-down-hill tracks or switchbacks
  • B44C 5/06 - Natural ornamentsImitations thereof
  • B44F 9/04 - Designs imitating natural patterns of stone surfaces, e.g. marble
  • E04B 1/08 - Structures consisting primarily of load-supporting, block-shaped or slab-shaped elements the elements consisting of metal
  • E04B 1/19 - Three-dimensional framework structures
  • E04B 1/41 - Connecting devices specially adapted for embedding in concrete or masonry
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

71.

IDENTIFYING VIDEO SEGMENTS USING AUDIO SPECTROGRAMS

      
Application Number 18452134
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-18
First Publication Date 2025-02-20
Owner NBCUNIVERSAL MEDIA, LLC (USA)
Inventor Rayles, Jason

Abstract

According to at least one embodiment, a method of processing video includes: receiving content including a plurality of segments; and determining a terminus time of a segment of the plurality of segments based on an audio spectrogram associated with the content. The audio spectrogram includes pixels with brightness values over a plurality of frequencies along a first axis and over a plurality of timepoints along a second axis.

IPC Classes  ?

72.

TECHNIQUES FOR CONSTRUCTING THEMED ROCKWORK STRUCTURES

      
Application Number 18806464
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-08-15
First Publication Date 2025-02-20
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Clark, Benjamin Robert
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler
  • Hertzler, Elam Kevin

Abstract

A rockwork system includes a support structure comprising a plurality of modular construction blocks. The plurality of modular construction blocks includes at least one terminal modular construction block forming an exterior face of the support structure, and the at least one terminal modular construction block includes a first coupler in a first coupler active configuration. The support structure also includes at least one additional modular construction block coupled to the at least one terminal modular construction block, and the at least one additional modular construction block includes a second coupler in a second coupler inactive configuration. The rockwork system also includes at least one exterior shaped piece comprising a mesh support, and the at least one exterior shaped piece is disposed at least partially around the support structure and is coupled to the first coupler of the at least one terminal modular construction block via a complementary coupler.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 2/02 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements

73.

PASSIVE RESTRAINT TECHNIQUES FOR AMUSEMENT PARK RIDES

      
Application Number 18936072
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-11-04
First Publication Date 2025-02-20
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor Blum, Steven C.

Abstract

A system includes a ride vehicle of an amusement park ride and a restraint system coupled to the ride vehicle and including a lock having a detector that may receive a wireless signal. Receiving the wireless signal causes the lock to lock or unlock and the restraint system may secure a rider within the ride vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60R 22/48 - Control systems, alarms, or interlock systems, for the correct application of the belt or harness
  • A63G 7/00 - Up-and-down-hill tracks or switchbacks
  • B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
  • B60R 21/02 - Occupant safety arrangements or fittings

74.

HAMIKUMA

      
Application Number 237909600
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-02-10
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

(1) Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers (2) Toys, games and playthings, namely, action figures and accessories therefor, bathtub toys, kites, toy building blocks, board games, action skill games, manipulative games, target games, bubble making wand and solution sets, children's multiple activity toys, costume masks, mechanical toys, toy vehicles and accessories therefor, dolls, doll accessories, doll clothing, bean bag dolls, toy figures and accessories therefor, play figures, inflatable toys, flying discs, jigsaw puzzles, marbles, plush toys, puppets, ride-on toys, skateboards, balloons, roller skates, toy banks, water squirting toys and stuffed toys; Christmas tree ornaments; water globes; pinball machines; playing cards; hand-held unit for playing electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; golf and sports balls, stress relief exercise balls

75.

HAMIKUMA

      
Application Number 019139490
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-02-06
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers. Toys, games and playthings, namely, action figures and accessories therefor, bathtub toys, kites, toy building blocks, board games, action skill games, manipulative games, target games, bubble making wand and solution sets, children’s multiple activity toys, costume masks, mechanical toys, toy vehicles and accessories therefor, dolls, doll accessories, doll clothing, bean bag dolls, toy figures and accessories therefor, play figures, inflatable toys, flying discs, jigsaw puzzles, marbles, plush toys, puppets, ride-on toys, skateboards, balloons, roller skates, toy banks, water squirting toys and stuffed toys; Christmas tree ornaments; water globes; pinball machines; playing cards; hand-held unit for playing electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; golf and sports balls, stress relief exercise balls. Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; entertainment services in the nature of the production and distribution of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing images, non-downloadable videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks; publishing of non-downloadable interactive game software; publishing of non-downloadable interactive software in the field of entertainment; amusement park attraction and theme park services; presentation of live show performances; providing waterpark services; providing recreational areas for entertainment and amusement, namely, interactive play areas; organizing events in the field of news, sports and entertainment; organizing contests, displays and exhibits in the field of news, sports and entertainment; providing on-demand and rental of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games in the fields of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing online non-downloadable electronic publications, namely, text and graphic works featuring news, sports and entertainment.

76.

VINCENT VARIOUS

      
Serial Number 99031308
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-02-06
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; entertainment services in the nature of the production and distribution of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing images, non-downloadable videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks; non-downloadable interactive game software; non-downloadable interactive software in the field of entertainment; amusement park attraction and theme park services; presentation of live show performances; providing waterpark services; providing recreational areas for entertainment and amusement, namely, interactive play areas; organizing events in the field of news, sports and entertainment; organizing contests, displays and exhibits in the field of news, sports and entertainment; providing on-demand and rental of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games in the fields of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; online non-downloadable electronic publications, namely, text and graphic works featuring news, sports and entertainment

77.

VINCENT VARIOUS

      
Serial Number 99031302
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-02-06
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear

Goods & Services

Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers

78.

VINCENT VARIOUS

      
Serial Number 99031306
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-02-06
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Toys, games and playthings, namely, action figures and accessories therefor, bathtub toys, kites, toy building blocks, board games, action skill games, manipulative games, target games, bubble making wand and solution sets, children’s multiple activity toys, costume masks, mechanical toys, toy vehicles and accessories therefor, dolls, doll accessories, doll clothing, bean bag dolls, toy figures and accessories therefor, play figures, inflatable toys, flying discs, jigsaw puzzles, marbles, plush toys, puppets, ride-on toys, skateboards, balloons, roller skates, toy banks, water squirting toys and stuffed toys; Christmas tree ornaments; water globes; pinball machines; playing cards; hand-held unit for playing electronic games adapted for use with an external display screen or monitor; golf and sports balls, stress relief exercise balls

79.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS

      
Application Number 019139059
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-02-05
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 35 - Advertising and business services
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 43 - Food and drink services, temporary accommodation

Goods & Services

Advertising services; business-to-business advertising services; advertising analysis services; rental of advertising time on communication media; digital advertising services; dissemination of advertising for others via television, cable, satellite, video on- demand, digital media, the internet, and wireless and mobile networks; internet and online advertising, marketing, and promotional services; providing space on mobile devices, software applications, and websites for advertising goods and services; retail store services and online retail store services in relation to clothing, footwear, headwear, costumes, toys, games, sporting goods, ornaments, festive decorations, snow globes, recorded and downloadable content, apps, accessories for mobile, portable and handheld devices, namely cell phone covers, mobile phone ring holders, Sleeves for laptops, cell phone straps and headphones, eyewear, sunglasses, jewelry, watches, keychains, printed matter, paper and art products namely, canvas panels, brushes, pencils, pastels crayons, aquarelles and Drawing materials, posters, calendars, stickers, stationery, luggage, tote bags, bags, wallets, drinkware, tableware, food and drinks containers, lunch boxes and household and kitchen utensils; customer loyalty services and customer club services, for commercial, promotional, advertising, and customer engagement purposes. Amusement park, theme park, and waterpark services; Entertainment services in the nature of amusement park, theme park, and waterpark attractions; Presentation of live show performances; Providing amusement arcade services; Providing interactive play areas for children and adults; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by costumed characters; Education and entertainment services, namely, conducting guided tours of motion picture and television production facilities including exhibitions and demonstrations; Entertainment services in the nature of escape room attractions; Organizing and conducting food festivals for cultural and entertainment purposes; Athletic and sports event services, namely, arranging, organizing, operating and conducting running events and running races; Entertainment services, namely live entertainment and street performances, particularly, live music concerts and performances, live performances by a dj, live dance performances, live performances by balloon artists, live performances by stilt walkers; Movie theaters; Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; entertainment services in the nature of the production and distribution of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing images, non-downloadable videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks; publishing non-downloadable interactive game software; publishing non-downloadable interactive software in the field of entertainment; organizing events in the field of news, sports and entertainment; organizing contests, displays and exhibits in the field of news, sports and entertainment; providing on-demand and rental of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games in the fields of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing online non-downloadable electronic publications, namely, text and graphic works featuring news, sports and entertainment. Hotels; restaurant, bar and cafe services; providing of food and drink.

80.

SYSTEM AND METHOD TO SIMULATE ANATOMICAL FEATURES IN AN ENTERTAINMENT FIGURE

      
Application Number 18369666
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-18
First Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hall, Gregory
  • Rell, Gregory
  • Carbonar, Andrew

Abstract

A system includes an animated figure. The system also includes a set of tubes disposed in a portion of the animated figure. The system also includes at least one membrane that defines at least one chamber. The at least one chamber is disposed about the set of tubes. The system also includes a first pump fluidly coupled to the set of tubes. The first pump is configured to inflate each tube of the set of tubes, deflate each tube of the set of tubes, or a combination thereof. The system also includes a second pump fluidly coupled to the at least one chamber. The second pump is configured to inflate each chamber of the at least one chamber, deflate each chamber of the at least one chamber, or a combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 31/12 - Amusement arrangements with moving substructures with inflatable and movable substructures

81.

POLARIZATION TECHNIQUES FOR A VISUAL EFFECTS SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18538845
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-13
First Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Schelberg, Jonathan Reid
  • Mall, Howard Bruce
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

A visual effects system includes a first display, wherein the first display includes a polarized filter on or in the first display, and a second display, wherein the second display is not polarized. The visual effects system also includes a beam splitter positioned to enable a guest to view the first display through the beam splitter and a reflection of the second display via the beam splitter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 13/337 - Displays for viewing with the aid of special glasses or head-mounted displays [HMD] using polarisation multiplexing
  • H04N 13/351 - Multi-view displays for displaying three or more geometrical viewpoints without viewer tracking for displaying simultaneously

82.

TECHNIQUES FOR PRODUCING IMAGERY IN A VISUAL EFFECTS SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2024038686
Publication Number 2025/024252
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-07-19
Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

A visual effects system includes a display configured to present a series of image frames and a mirror positioned to reflect the series of image frames to generate reflected image frames. The visual effects system also includes a drive system coupled to the mirror, wherein the drive system is configured to drive movement of the mirror to adjust a perceived depth of the reflected image frames to produce volumetric imagery for visualization by a guest.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 30/52 - Optical systems or apparatus for producing three-dimensional [3D] effects, e.g. stereoscopic images the image being built up from image elements distributed over a 3D volume, e.g. voxels the 3D volume being constructed from a stack or sequence of 2D planes, e.g. depth sampling systems
  • G02B 30/56 - Optical systems or apparatus for producing three-dimensional [3D] effects, e.g. stereoscopic images the image being built up from image elements distributed over a 3D volume, e.g. voxels by projecting aerial or floating images
  • G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays

83.

TECHNIQUES FOR PRODUCING IMAGERY IN A VISUAL EFFECTS SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18375094
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-29
First Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

A visual effects system includes a display configured to present a series of image frames and a mirror positioned to reflect the series of image frames to generate reflected image frames. The visual effects system also includes a drive system coupled to the mirror, wherein the drive system is configured to drive movement of the mirror to adjust a perceived depth of the reflected image frames to produce volumetric imagery for visualization by a guest.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 26/08 - Optical devices or arrangements for the control of light using movable or deformable optical elements for controlling the direction of light
  • G02B 30/56 - Optical systems or apparatus for producing three-dimensional [3D] effects, e.g. stereoscopic images the image being built up from image elements distributed over a 3D volume, e.g. voxels by projecting aerial or floating images
  • H04N 13/322 - Image reproducers for viewing without the aid of special glasses, i.e. using autostereoscopic displays using varifocal lenses or mirrors
  • H04N 13/393 - Volumetric displays, i.e. systems where the image is built up from picture elements distributed through a volume the volume being generated by a moving, e.g. vibrating or rotating, surface

84.

INTERACTIVE ENERGY EFFECT ATTRACTION

      
Application Number 18914917
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-10-14
First Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Silva, Giulianna
  • Tresaugue, Michael

Abstract

An interactive energy effect system that includes one or more sensors configured to generate a signal indicative of a position of a user-associated object in the system. The interactive energy effect system also includes a system controller that receives the signal and generates a first and second set of instructions based on the signal. The system controller transmits the first instructions to an energy emission system to cause the energy emission system to reposition and activate an energy emitter. The system controller transmits the second instructions to a multi-layer display system to cause the multi-layer display system to move towards or away from the user-associated object.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • G06T 19/00 - Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics
  • H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma

85.

SYSTEM AND METHOD TO SIMULATE ANATOMICAL FEATURES IN AN ENTERTAINMENT FIGURE

      
Application Number US2024039055
Publication Number 2025/024398
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-07-22
Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hall, Gregory
  • Rell, Gregory
  • Carbonar, Andrew

Abstract

A system includes an animated figure. The system also includes a set of tubes disposed in a portion of the animated figure. The system also includes at least one membrane that defines at least one chamber. The at least one chamber is disposed about the set of tubes. The system also includes a first pump fluidly coupled to the set of tubes. The first pump is configured to inflate each tube of the set of tubes, deflate each tube of the set of tubes, or a combination thereof. The system also includes a second pump fluidly coupled to the at least one chamber. The second pump is configured to inflate each chamber of the at least one chamber, deflate each chamber of the at least one chamber, or a combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63G 31/12 - Amusement arrangements with moving substructures with inflatable and movable substructures
  • A63G 31/00 - Amusement arrangements
  • A63H 3/06 - Air-filled or inflatable toy figures

86.

POLARIZATION TECHNIQUES FOR A VISUAL EFFECTS SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2024039179
Publication Number 2025/024459
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-07-23
Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Schelberg, Jonathan Reid
  • Mall, Howard Bruce
  • Garnier, Timothy Fitzgerald
  • Krauthamer, Akiva Meir
  • Jeromin, Aaron Chandler

Abstract

A visual effects system includes a first display, wherein the first display includes a polarized filter on or in the first display, and a second display, wherein the second display is not polarized. The visual effects system also includes a beam splitter positioned to enable a guest to view the first display through the beam splitter and a reflection of the second display via the beam splitter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 30/25 - Optical systems or apparatus for producing three-dimensional [3D] effects, e.g. stereoscopic images by providing first and second parallax images to an observer’s left and right eyes of the stereoscopic type using polarisation techniques
  • G02B 30/56 - Optical systems or apparatus for producing three-dimensional [3D] effects, e.g. stereoscopic images the image being built up from image elements distributed over a 3D volume, e.g. voxels by projecting aerial or floating images

87.

Power-Data Fixation Device for Attraction System

      
Application Number 18585960
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-23
First Publication Date 2025-01-23
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor Vance, Eric Allan

Abstract

An amusement park ride system includes one or more ride vehicles configured to transport passengers, where each ride vehicle of the one or more ride vehicles includes an exterior surface and a base coupler disposed on or accessible via the exterior surface. The amusement park ride system also includes a show structure configured to operate for viewing by the passengers, the show structure including a first coupler configured to removably couple with and/or secure to a respective base coupler of a ride vehicle of the plurality of ride vehicles and a second coupler. The amusement park ride system includes a manipulator configured to transport the show structure to and from the ride vehicle of the plurality of ride vehicles, where the manipulator comprises a transport coupler configured to removably couple with and/or secure to the second coupler.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 11/00 - Manipulators not otherwise provided for
  • A63G 31/02 - Amusement arrangements with moving substructures
  • B25J 13/00 - Controls for manipulators
  • B25J 15/06 - Gripping heads with vacuum or magnetic holding means
  • B25J 19/00 - Accessories fitted to manipulators, e.g. for monitoring, for viewingSafety devices combined with or specially adapted for use in connection with manipulators

88.

WICKED: FOR GOOD

      
Application Number 019134177
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-22
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Prerecorded video and audio discs, DVDs, video and audio cassettes, optical and magneto-optical discs featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; prerecorded CDs featuring music and entertainment sound tracks; downloadable audio, visual, multimedia and digital files in the fields of news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety; downloadable software applications for accessing, streaming or viewing audio, visual and multimedia content for use with computers, mobile devices, and wired and wireless electronic devices; video game discs; downloadable video game software; downloadable interactive software for playing games; downloadable multimedia software featuring entertainment; accessories for mobile, portable and handheld devices, namely, protective covers and cases; charging appliances for rechargeable equipment; eyewear, eyeglasses, sunglasses and cases therefor; decorative magnets; cinematographic machines and apparatus; wireless communication devices and systems for computer software for the transmission of audio, voice, multimedia and images; downloadable animated cartoons; electronic publications, downloadable, namely, magazines and books in the field of entertainment; magnetically encoded and electronic gift cards. Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers. Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; entertainment services in the nature of the production and distribution of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing images, non-downloadable videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks; publishing of non-downloadable interactive game software; publishing of non-downloadable interactive software in the field of entertainment; amusement park attraction and theme park services; presentation of live show performances; providing waterpark services; providing recreational areas for entertainment and amusement, namely, interactive play areas; organizing events in the field of news, sports and entertainment; organizing contests, displays and exhibits in the field of news, sports and entertainment; providing on-demand and rental of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games in the fields of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing online non-downloadable electronic publications, namely, text and graphic works featuring news, sports and entertainment.

89.

WICKED: FOR GOOD

      
Application Number 237541700
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

(1) Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers (1) Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; entertainment services in the nature of the production and distribution of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing images, non-downloadable videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks; non-downloadable interactive game software; non-downloadable interactive software in the field of entertainment; amusement park attraction and theme park services; presentation of live show performances; providing waterpark services; providing recreational areas for entertainment and amusement, namely, interactive play areas; organizing events in the field of news, sports and entertainment; organizing contests, displays and exhibits in the field of news, sports and entertainment; providing on-demand and rental of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games in the fields of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; online non-downloadable electronic publications, namely, text and graphic works featuring news, sports and entertainment

90.

JACK'S ALLEY

      
Serial Number 99013506
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 43 - Food and drink services, temporary accommodation

Goods & Services

Restaurant services, bar services, snack bar services, and service counter in the nature of canteen services.

91.

WICKED: FOR GOOD

      
Serial Number 99014059
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear

Goods & Services

Clothing namely, shirts and tops, dresses, skirts, pants, trousers, jeans, shorts, rompers, overalls, sweatshirts and sweat pants, sweatsuits, gloves, suspenders, ties, coats and jackets, hosiery, pajamas, robes, sleep shirts, sleepwear, swimwear, underwear, Halloween costumes, infantwear and cloth baby bibs; hats; headwear, namely, caps; shoes, boots, and slippers

92.

WICKED: FOR GOOD

      
Serial Number 99014061
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Entertainment services in the nature of a film series, television series, short form entertainment content, videos and podcasts in the field of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; entertainment services in the nature of the production and distribution of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games featuring news, entertainment, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; providing images, non-downloadable videos and multimedia content in the field of news, sports and entertainment via the internet, mobile and wireless networks; non-downloadable interactive game software; non-downloadable interactive software in the field of entertainment; amusement park attraction and theme park services; presentation of live show performances; providing waterpark services; providing recreational areas for entertainment and amusement, namely, interactive play areas; organizing events in the field of news, sports and entertainment; organizing contests, displays and exhibits in the field of news, sports and entertainment; providing on-demand and rental of film, television series, short form entertainment content, videos, podcasts and games in the fields of news, sports, comedy, drama, music and variety content; online non-downloadable electronic publications, namely, text and graphic works featuring news, sports and entertainment

93.

WATERWORLD

      
Serial Number 99013504
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Amusement park and theme park services; Entertainment services in the nature of amusement park and theme park attractions; Presentation of live show performances; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by costumed characters; Entertainment services, namely, live stunt shows

94.

Systems and methods for controlling welding systems

      
Application Number 18240834
Grant Number 12202083
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-31
First Publication Date 2025-01-21
Grant Date 2025-01-21
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Lepi, Steven Michael
  • Giovanetti, Jordan Carlo

Abstract

Systems and methods described herein are configured to control welding systems, for example, controlling welding process variables based at least in part on nominal stresses estimated using finite element (FE) algorithms. The systems and methods described herein may be utilized to identify nominal stress in welded structures and components to enable adjustment of welding process variables for the manufacture of subsequent welded structures and components, for example, performed by the same welding system. The systems and methods described herein also allow readily available FE stress results to be utilized in a consistent manner, as well as providing user feedback regarding the accuracy of the nominal stress approximations. Furthermore, the systems and methods described herein are generally faster and less error prone than conventional techniques, and are relatively insensitive to mesh density of the FE stress calculations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 30/23 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using finite element methods [FEM] or finite difference methods [FDM]
  • B23K 9/095 - Monitoring or automatic control of welding parameters
  • G01N 33/207 - Welded or soldered jointsSolderability

95.

ZIPPERED LOOSE ARTICLE NETTING

      
Application Number US2024037244
Publication Number 2025/014973
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-07-09
Publication Date 2025-01-16
Owner UNIVERSAL CITY STUDIOS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Black, Mark
  • Briel, Shawn
  • Gitzy, John
  • Landry, Ava
  • Sorrentino, Christine Marie
  • Trazzera, Vincent
  • Williams, Iris
  • Woodard, Kathy

Abstract

A system includes an attraction platform (32) and a netting system (12) configured to capture loose articles cast from the attraction platform (32). The netting system (12) includes a first structural member (14), a second structural member (24), a net (16) extending between the first structural member (14) and the second structural member (24), and a zipper interface (18) extending between the first structural member (14) and at least a portion of the net (16).

IPC Classes  ?

96.

ZIPPERED LOOSE ARTICLE NETTING

      
Application Number 18767423
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-09
First Publication Date 2025-01-16
Owner Universal City Studios LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Black, Mark
  • Briel, Shawn
  • Gitzy, John
  • Landry, Ava
  • Sorrentino, Christine Marie
  • Trazzera, Vincent
  • Williams, Iris
  • Woodard, Kathy

Abstract

A system includes an attraction platform and a netting system configured to capture loose articles cast from the attraction platform. The netting system includes a first structural member, a second structural member, a net extending between the first structural member and the second structural member, and a zipper interface extending between the first structural member and at least a portion of the net.

IPC Classes  ?

97.

HAMIKUMA

      
Serial Number 98965436
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-15
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Toys, amusement apparatus adapted for use with television receivers only, action figures, bathtub toys, kites, building blocks [toys],board games, children’s multiple activity toys, costume masks, toy models, toy vehicles, dolls, dolls' clothes, toy beanbags, toy figures, action figure toys, inflatable toys, flying discs [toys],jigsaw puzzles, marbles for games, plush toys, puppets, fairground ride apparatus, skateboards, party balloons, roller skates, toy banks, water-squirting toys, stuffed toys, snow globes, pachinkos, playing cards, golf balls, balls for sports, stress relief exercise balls, ornaments for Christmas trees, except lights, candles and confectionery, controllers for game consoles, home video game machines, targets, soap bubbles [toys],manipulative logic games, dolls’ beds, dolls’ feeding bottles, headgear for dolls, shoes for dolls, electronic games other than those adapted for use with television receivers only, toy vehicle tracks, play sets for action figures

98.

HAMIKUMA

      
Serial Number 98965449
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-15
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 26 - Small items for dressmaking; artifical flowers; false hair

Goods & Services

Lace for edgings, embroidery, prize ribbons, braids, haberdashery [dressmakers' articles], except thread, buttons for clothing, hooks [haberdashery],eyelets for clothing, pins, other than jewelry, needles, heat adhesive patches for repairing textile articles,heat adhesive patches for decoration of textile articles [haberdashery],brooches [clothing accessories],hair buckles, hair nets, ribbons for the hair, hair barrettes, hair elastics, cotton thread tape, buckles [clothing accessories], buckles of precious metal [clothing accessories],/,sewing thimbles, buttons, novelty buttons, badges for wear, not of precious metal, decorative articles for the hair, hair bands, hair pins, clam clips for hair, bows for the hair, hair scrunchies, sewing boxes, ribbons of textile materials, shoe laces, artificial flowers, false hair

99.

HAMIKUMA

      
Serial Number 98965448
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-15
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments

Goods & Services

precious metals, unwrought or semi-wrought; tie clips/; tie pins; pins [jewellery, jewelry (Am.)]; watches; ornamental pins; chronometric instruments; bracelets [jewelry]; watch chains; jewelry boxes; cuff links; presentation boxes for watches; Jewelry; watch bands; chains [jewellery]; key chains [split rings with trinket or decorative fob]

100.

HAMIKUMA

      
Serial Number 98965452
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-15
Owner Universal City Studios LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials

Goods & Services

trading cards, other than for games; paper gift wrapping ribbons; writing slates; drawing materials; inking pads; pen cases; decals; loose-leaf binders; marking pens [stationery]; pencil sharpeners; children's storybooks; bookmarks; magazines [periodicals]; tablecloths of paper; pencils; printed daily planners; greeting cards; writing paper; drawing rulers; writing chalk; graphic novels; photograph albums; paper party bags; scrapbooks; envelopes [stationery]; rubber stamps; erasers; comic books; document files [stationery]; pennants of paper; paper gift wrap bows; printed children's activity books; stamp pads; Books; note books; postcards; sticker albums; pens [office requisites]; coloring books; decalcomanias; memo pads; place mats of paper; sketchbooks; stickers [stationery]; posters; stencils stationery]; printed diaries; gift wrapping paper; blank journals for writing; calendars; table napkins of paper; painting sets for children; writing or drawing books; writing cases [sets]
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