US 2026/0233086 A1 · AUTOMATED MULTI-LAYER ACTUATOR SYSTEM FOR ENHANCED INTERACTION IN BOARD GAMES

Abstract

An automated motion coordination system comprises a multi-layer (e.g., dual-layer) cable-driven architecture for independently manipulating multiple components within a shared workspace. The system includes a first actuator (A1) and a second actuator (A2) disposed on vertically offset planes, each independently driven by a dedicated set of peripheral motors and transmission strings. This vertical separation allows the transmission strings of the first and second actuators to cross in a top-down perspective without physical entanglement. A control processor is configured to execute an obstacle management protocol, enabling the first actuator to dynamically relocate obstructing elements while the second actuator performs a primary motion task. The system provides high-speed, low-noise, and collision-free interaction suitable for automated board games and robotic interfaces.

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An automated board game apparatus for the simultaneous and independent manipulation of multiple game pieces, comprising:

a gaming platform having an upper surface for supporting game pieces and an internal housing;
a multi-layer actuator assembly disposed within said internal housing, comprising at least a first actuator (A1) situated on a first horizontal plane and a second actuator (A2) situated on a second horizontal plane, wherein said first and second planes are vertically offset to prevent mechanical interference;
a drive system comprising a plurality of motors positioned at the periphery of the internal housing, wherein A1 and A2 are independently coupled to dedicated subsets of said motors via a network of tensioned strings;
a magnetic interface coupled to each actuator for engaging game pieces through the upper surface;
and
a control processor configured to execute a motion coordination protocol for simultaneous and independent manipulation of multiple game pieces, optionally including an obstacle management routine.

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Automated multi-layer actuator system for enhanced interaction in board games

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Automated multi-layer actuator system for enhanced interaction in board games

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