US4247067A
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Camera mount
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1978-12-04
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Granted: 1981-01-27
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Expires: 1998-12-04
Abstract
Abstract A camera mount for supporting a camera in balance so that it may be panned, tilted and rolled by an operator to face a target includes a pedestal operable for selective positioning behind the operator along an arcuate path having an axis of revolution lying on an imaginary line extending through the operator's head. A first arm is pivotally connected to the pedestal adjacent an upper end thereof for pivotal movement about a roll axis, and a second arm is pivotally connected to the first arm for pivotal movement about a tilt axis, the second arm supporting the camera and a counterbalance.
Inventors
- 👤 Harlan B. Smith
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 09:11
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16M; F16M13/00; F16M13/02; F16M11/00; F16M11/02; F16M11/04; F16M11/06; F16M11/10; F16M11/20; F16M11/2007; F16M11/2014; F16M11/2021; F16M11/2028; F16M2200/00; F16M2200/04; F16M2200/041
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
184 words
A camera mount for supporting a camera in balance so that it may be panned, tilted and rolled by an operator to face a target comprising: pedestal means including a mast arm operable for selective positioning behind the operator along an arcuate path having an axis of revolution lying on an imaginary line extending through the operator's head, said axis of revolution being inclined relative to the vertical, said pedestal means further including a base positioned behind the operator with said mast arm being rotatably mounted on said base for selective rotation about said axis of revolution; first arm means including an elongate member having a laterally extending section which is pivotally connected to said mast arm adjacent an upper end thereof for pivotal movement about a roll axis, said roll axis lying on an imaginary line extending through the operator's head; and second arm means pivotally connected to said first arm means for pivotal movement about a tilt axis, said tilt axis lying on an imaginary line extending through the operator's head and said second arm means supporting the camera and a counterbalance.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
184 words
A camera mount for supporting a camera in balance so that it may be panned, tilted and rolled by an operator to face a target comprising: pedestal means including a mast arm operable for selective positioning behind the operator along an arcuate path having an axis of revolution lying on an imaginary line extending through the operator's head, said axis of revolution being inclined relative to the vertical, said pedestal means further including a base positioned behind the operator with said mast arm being rotatably mounted on said base for selective rotation about said axis of revolution; first arm means including an elongate member having a laterally extending section which is pivotally connected to said mast arm adjacent an upper end thereof for pivotal movement about a roll axis, said roll axis lying on an imaginary line extending through the operator's head; and second arm means pivotally connected to said first arm means for pivotal movement about a tilt axis, said tilt axis lying on an imaginary line extending through the operator's head and said second arm means supporting the camera and a counterbalance.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The camera mount of claim 1 wherein said mast arm includes first and second portions offset from one another.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
The camera mount of claim 1 wherein said base is positioned upright and includes an inclined portion adjacent its top for receiving a rotatable mount, said rotatable mount being connected to said mast arm.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-01-27 | 1984-07-28 | 1985-01-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-01-27 | 1988-07-28 | 1989-01-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-01-27 | 1992-07-28 | 1993-01-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |