John J Benko

US Patent:

60172789, Jan 25, 2000

Filed:

Jun 11, 1997

Appl. No.:

8/873338

Inventors:

John Benko - Herndon VA

International Classification:

A63B 7106

US Classification:

473 70

Abstract:

A new bowling game has as its objective, to knock down sets of predetermined pin fall objectives. Each pin fall objective may comprise first and second pin fall counts. Score grids may be used to keep track of game objectives and results. Computer control and coordination may be used to achieve higher efficiencies and degrees of automation. The family of bowling games provided by this invention are games of skill that are fun and exciting to play, provide frequent winners, allow less experienced bowlers to win even when they play against more experienced bowlers, and provide strategic decisions and interest. The games are compatible with bowling lane equipment operating based on standard bowling 2-ball frames.