The Wheel (Score 2, Informative)

I'm not exactly sure, but from what I've read, it's somewhat obvious that not too many of you that are posting comments really know how the wheels themselves are made. They're not just machined on a lathe anymore. They're made with a laser guided lathe that's completely automated. The bearings are very close to perfect spheres, and the weights and balances are also perfect before they get shipped to the casino's. Yes, there are small imperfections depending on the wood used, quality of the brass used, and other small things, however they have absolutely no effect on the outcome of the game. It's completely random. until the computer comes into play. With simple alogarithms, you can predict where the ball will land. The fact that the numbers on the wheels are in a standard order is what allows this.

When it comes to the bets being closed before the wheel spins and the ball drops, it won't happen. Part of the excitement of roulette is hopping into a game already in action. It gives the illusion of an advantage, and sadly, with the computer, it is an advantage. They can easily detect electronics like that, and soon it will be standard practice to scan for the computer.