Photographic flash unit
Abstract
Abstract 1,044,584. Photographic cameras; flash guns. EASTMAN KODAK CO. Aug. 21, 1963 [Aug. 29, 1962], No. 33065/63. Heading G2A. A photographic flash lamp incorporated in a camera Fig. 1, or constructed as an attachment for a camera Fig. 2 (not shown) has a hinged reflector 7 movable between an operative position and an inoperative position, a bulb holder 11 for flash bulbs, and a single release lever 8 which secures the reflector in inoperative position, releases the reflector, secures a flash bulb in and permits ejection of the bulb from the bulb holder. The lever 8 is pivoted on a screw 9 having an arm 8a for co-operation with a projection 6a on a cover 6 spring-urged into operative position. The lever 8 has a projection 8c engaging a slot 11a, Fig. 3 (not shown) of bulb holder 11 to retain flash bulb 17. Contact springs 12 and 13 urge the bulb 17 upwards to eject the bulb 17 upon pivoting the lever 8, Fig. 1, counterclockwise. The lever 8 is pivoted counterclockwise against a spring 10 by a knob 14.
Inventors
- 👤 John J Bundschuh
Bibliographic Details
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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) | 1968-05-17 | 1968-11-16 | 1969-05-18 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1972-05-17 | 1972-11-16 | 1973-05-18 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1976-05-17 | 1976-11-16 | 1977-05-18 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |