US3568971A
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Cathode ray tube mounting
Assignee: Singer General Precision Inc
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Filing: 1968-12-11
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Granted: 1971-03-09
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Expires: 1988-12-11
Abstract
Abstract In order to mount a cathode ray tube so that the face of the cathode ray tube is parallel to the faces of the optical system through which the image is to be projected and to insure that the axis of the cathode ray tube lies upon the optical axis of the projection system, this cathode ray tube mount utilizes separate base and chassis. The cathode ray tube is rigidly mounted on its own chassis, which may include a complete housing, and the front of the chassis is supported on a ball or universal joint. The back end of the chassis is provided with means for adjusting the vertical and lateral position of each of the two back corners. In the preferred embodiment shown, the adjustment means are manually controlled screws, but any suitable adjustment means can be utilized.
Inventors
- 👤 Howard I Jarmy
- 👤 Gary D Oates
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 19:43
CPC Classifications
H; H04; H04N; H04N23/00; H04N23/50; H04N23/54
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
113 words
An adjustable support apparatus for aligning equipment after assembly, said apparatus comprising a base, a universal joint mounted on said base, a chassis, means for supporting one end of said chassis on said universal joint, vertical adjustment means mounted on the other end of said chassis, lateral adjustment means mounted adjacent said vertical adjustment means, said vertical adjustment means comprising a vertical support block mounted on either side of said base at one end thereof, an adjusting screw threaded through either side of said chassis so that one end of each of said screws abuts said vertical support block, and at least one locking means for holding said base and said chassis together.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
113 words
An adjustable support apparatus for aligning equipment after assembly, said apparatus comprising a base, a universal joint mounted on said base, a chassis, means for supporting one end of said chassis on said universal joint, vertical adjustment means mounted on the other end of said chassis, lateral adjustment means mounted adjacent said vertical adjustment means, said vertical adjustment means comprising a vertical support block mounted on either side of said base at one end thereof, an adjusting screw threaded through either side of said chassis so that one end of each of said screws abuts said vertical support block, and at least one locking means for holding said base and said chassis together.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
143 words
An adjustable support apparatus for aligning equipment after assembly, said apparatus comprising a base, a universal joint mounted on said base, a chassis, means for supporting one end of said chassis on said universal joint, vertical adjustment means mounted on the other end of said chassis, lateral adjustment means mounted adjacent said vertical adjustment means, said universal joint comprising a support, a shaft piercing said support, a ball mounted on said shaft, a ring surrounding said ball, means for attaching said ring to said chassis, said vertical adjustment means comprising a vertical support block mounted on either side of said base at one end thereof, an adjusting screw threaded through either side of said chassis so that one end of each of said screws abuts said vertical support block, and at least one locking means for holding said base and said chassis together.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
143 words
An adjustable support apparatus for aligning equipment after assembly, said apparatus comprising a base, a universal joint mounted on said base, a chassis, means for supporting one end of said chassis on said universal joint, vertical adjustment means mounted on the other end of said chassis, lateral adjustment means mounted adjacent said vertical adjustment means, said universal joint comprising a support, a shaft piercing said support, a ball mounted on said shaft, a ring surrounding said ball, means for attaching said ring to said chassis, said vertical adjustment means comprising a vertical support block mounted on either side of said base at one end thereof, an adjusting screw threaded through either side of said chassis so that one end of each of said screws abuts said vertical support block, and at least one locking means for holding said base and said chassis together.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
121 words
An adjustable support apparatus for aligning equipment after assembly, said apparatus comprising a base, a universal joint mounted on said base, a chassis, means for supporting one end of said chassis on said universal joint, vertical adjustment means mounted on the other end of said chassis, lateral adjustment means mounted adjacent said vertical adjustment means, said universal joint comprising a support, a shaft piercing said support, a ball mounted on said shaft, a ring surrounding said ball, means for attaching said ring to said chassis, said lateral adjustment means comprising a vertical side member extending upwardly on each side of said base, and an adjusting screw threaded through each of said side members to bear against the sides of said chassis.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
121 words
An adjustable support apparatus for aligning equipment after assembly, said apparatus comprising a base, a universal joint mounted on said base, a chassis, means for supporting one end of said chassis on said universal joint, vertical adjustment means mounted on the other end of said chassis, lateral adjustment means mounted adjacent said vertical adjustment means, said universal joint comprising a support, a shaft piercing said support, a ball mounted on said shaft, a ring surrounding said ball, means for attaching said ring to said chassis, said lateral adjustment means comprising a vertical side member extending upwardly on each side of said base, and an adjusting screw threaded through each of said side members to bear against the sides of said chassis.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
43 words
The apparatus defined in claim 1 wherein said lateral adjustment means comprises a vertical side member extending upwardly on each side of said base and an adjusting screw threaded through each of said side members to bear against the sides of said chassis.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-03-08 | 1974-09-07 | 1975-03-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-03-08 | 1978-09-07 | 1979-03-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-03-08 | 1982-09-07 | 1983-03-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |