Michael Kass

US Patent:

6435936, Aug 20, 2002

Filed:

Aug 3, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/631923

Inventors:

Steven Rehkemper - Chicago IL
Jeffrey Rehkemper - Chicago IL
Kerry E. Phillips - South Holland IL
Ryan Kratz - Chicago IL
Peter Greenley - Chicago IL
Michael Kass - Chicago IL

Assignee:

Rehco, LLC - Chicago IL

International Classification:

A63H 328

US Classification:

446297, 446298, 446376, 446390

Abstract:

In accordance with the present invention, there is provided an interactive posable toy that when positioned in various configurations, emits electronic sounds and/or produces motions indicative of such configurations. The posable toy includes a head pivotally attached to an upper torso. The upper torso is also pivotally attached to a mid-section, which is further pivotally attached to a lower torso. The arms and legs of the posable toy are pivotally and/or rotatably attached to the upper torso and lower torso, via shoulder and hip joints, respectively. The posable toy also includes a motor coupled a pair of cams. When activated, one of the cams laterally rocks the upper torso while the other cam tilts the mid-section relative to the lower torso. Positioned within each joint are means for triggering responses to specific positions of the arms and legs. A PC board is coupled to the triggering means as well as a power source, the motor and a speaker unit.

US Patent:

6582330, Jun 24, 2003

Filed:

May 4, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/848196

Inventors:

Steven Rehkemper - Chicago IL
Michael Kass - Willowbrook IL
Bret Gould - Chicago IL

Assignee:

Rehco, LLC - Chicago IL

International Classification:

A63B 4300

US Classification:

473570, 473569, 446484

Abstract:

The electronic football of the present invention is capable of calculating various throwing statistics. The electronic football includes a start switch in communication with a timer means that starts when the start switch is released approximately simultaneously when the football is thrown. Upon impact, an impact switch triggers the timer to stop, thereby providing the total flight time. The electronic football further includes a pressure sensor positioned in an opening in the forward section of the football for measuring the air pressure when the football is thrown. The pressure readings are received by a microprocessor, which calculates the various throwing statistics. The throwing statistics may further be displayed on a display screen or emitted through a speaker.

US Patent:

6652351, Nov 25, 2003

Filed:

Dec 21, 2001

Appl. No.:

10/026333

Inventors:

Steven Rehkemper - Chicago IL
Bret Gould - Chicago IL
Peter Greenley - Chicago IL
Michael Kass - Willowbrook IL
Jackson Wilson - Chicago IL

Assignee:

Rehco, LLC - Chicago IL

International Classification:

A63H 1300

US Classification:

446354, 446368, 446312, 446352, 446376, 446390

Abstract:

In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a dancing figure that includes a body defined by a torso, a head, and a pair of arms, and a pair of legs pivotally attached to the torso at a hip region. Each leg includes at least an upper leg section pivotally attached to a lower leg section at a knee region. Also included therewith is a pair of oversized feet adapted to provide support such that the figure is free-standing. The pair of oversized feet is separately and pivotally attached to one of the lower leg sections at an ankle region. Each foot houses a foot mechanism for independently pivoting the lower leg sections forwards and backwards at said ankle region, wherein the pivoting at said ankle regions causes pivoting motion at the knee regions and hip region to simulate animated movement in the figure. In addition thereto the foot mechanism may independently twist the foot to the left and right.

US Patent:

6758716, Jul 6, 2004

Filed:

Mar 6, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/379936

Inventors:

Steven Rehkemper - Chicago IL
Michael Kass - Willowbrook IL
Jackson Wilson - Chicago IL

Assignee:

Rehco, L.L.C. - Chicago IL

International Classification:

A63H 328

US Classification:

446297, 446302, 446397

Abstract:

In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a dancing figure that includes a body defined by a torso, a head, and a pair of arms, and a pair of legs pivotally attached to the torso at a hip region. Each leg includes at least an upper leg section pivotally attached to a lower leg section at a knee region. Also included therewith is a pair of oversized feet adapted to provide support such that the figure is free-standing. The pair of oversized feet is separately and pivotally attached to one of the lower leg sections at an ankle region. Each foot houses a foot mechanism for independently pivoting the lower leg sections forwards and backwards at said ankle region, wherein the pivoting at said ankle regions causes pivoting motion at the knee regions and hip region to simulate animated movement in the figure. In addition thereto the foot mechanism may independently twist the foot to the left and right.

US Patent:

6840839, Jan 11, 2005

Filed:

Jan 25, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/056676

Inventors:

Jeffrey G. Rehkemper - Chicago IL, US
Peter A. Greenley - Chicago IL, US
Ryan H. Kratz - Chicago IL, US
Nicholas J. Grisolia - Chicago IL, US
Michael M. Kass - Willowbrook IL, US
Edward Daniel Polanek - Spring Grove IL, US
Benjamin R. Durbin - Lombard IL, US

Assignee:

Hasbro, Inc. - Pawtucket RI

International Classification:

A63H 3000

US Classification:

446454, 446484

Abstract:

A universal chassis which may be assembled with modular componentry allowing for a play pattern with the user in which modification of the overall construction of the vehicle is encouraged. The modularity is purposely built in to allow users to modify their Battlebot chassis. In operating the configured vehicle, two motors, i. e. , left and right, are provided with pulsed controlled operation to facilitate two-speed performance. The ability to transmit/receive IR signals modulated on one or more of multiple carriers facilitates the play pattern with simultaneous operation of multiple vehicles. An impact sensor or the like provides for detecting impacts, and processor control may be used for counting impacts in order to modify the functionality accorded to the user with the universal chassis. The mechanical subassemblies (such as weaponry providing a play pattern as between remote control vehicles operable simultaneously such that overall functionality) may be removed or limited based on collisions or damages taken on by the vehicles.

US Patent:

7749043, Jul 6, 2010

Filed:

Aug 19, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/207244

Inventors:

Steven Rehkemper - Chicago IL, US
Jeffrey Rehkemper - Chicago IL, US
Dennis O'Patka - Chicago IL, US
Jackson Wilson - Evanston IL, US
Michael Kass - Willowbrook IL, US
Nicholas Grisolia - Chicago IL, US

Assignee:

REHCO, LLC - Chicago IL

International Classification:

A63H 30/00
G06F 19/00

US Classification:

446175, 700262

Abstract:

In accordance with the present invention an interactive toy includes a body, a head extending from a front portion of the body and a plurality of feet extending downwardly from the body. A pair of sensors are separately positioned on the left and right sides of the toy, and the sensors activate upon receiving a signal. A microprocessor is in communication with the pair of sensors controls a mechanical movements of the toy upon activation of the sensors. In one embodiment the mechanical movements of the toy include a pair of motors separately driving a gear spur meshed to a wheel. Each wheel extends from underneath the toy to drive the toy on a surface.

US Patent:

62871935, Sep 11, 2001

Filed:

Feb 2, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/241318

Inventors:

Steven F. Rehkemper - Chicago IL
Jeffrey G. Rehkemper - Chicago IL
Dennis J. O'Patka - Chicago IL
Ronald L. Black - Oak Park IL
Michael M. Kass - Chicago IL

International Classification:

A63F 1300

US Classification:

463 1

Abstract:

This invention relates generally to electronic and electromechanical games having a visual display in which the user can obtain feedback on his or her performance during, or after, play, play a game stored in memory, and/or interact with a virtual pet or other character and, more particularly, to a hand-held game apparatus comprising a rotatable body rotating about an axis of rotation incorporating a display coupled to the apparatus for displaying graphics and textual images, a controller coupled to the apparatus for receiving, processing, and outputting data, graphics, and textual images to the display, memory coupled to, and accessible by, the controller for storing information relating to the electronic game, a sensor coupled to the controller for receiving information related to the use of the electronic game and for transmitting the information to the controller, and one or more user inputs for inputting commands to the electronic game.