Animation method and device

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5205774
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07727889

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An apparatus and method for animating figures employs at least one collapsible, fluid chamber, and associated means for controlling the fluid pressure the chamber. In one embodiment, a single, inflatable chamber is employed, the chamber having a section of one wall which is less elastic than the remaining portion of the wall. In another embodiment, two collapsible, fluid chambers, and associated means for controlling the fluid pressure in each of said chambers are provided. The chambers are each helically wound in opposite directions and placed substantially parallel to one another.

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FOX VALLEY SYSTEMS INCCARY ILLINOIS 60013

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Smrt, Thomas J Marengo, IL 38 641

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