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US3704658A
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Universally adjustable mount for a camera objective lens
Assignee: Minolta Co Ltd
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Filing: 1970-11-13
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Granted: 1972-12-05
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Expires: 1990-11-13
Abstract
Abstract A universally adjustable mount for a camera objective lens includes an axially adjustable barrel provided with a pair of transversely spaced ears having axially aligned first bores. An elongated frame is located between the ears and is provided with oppositely directed pins slideably and rotatably engaging the ear bores and has opposed second bores therein along a transverse axis perpendicular to the axis of the first bores. The objective lens barrel projects through the frame and is provided with opposite outwardly directed radial pins engaging the second bores. A flexible bellows interconnects the two barrels.
Inventors
- 👤 Kyozo Uesugi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 21:44
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02B; G02B7/00; G02B7/02; G03; G03B; G03B17/00; G03B17/02; G03B17/12; G03B17/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
A camera objective lens adjustment comprising a longitudinal first barrel supporting an objective lens system, a bracket member, means mounting said first barrel to said bracket member for restricted linear movement relative thereto along a first transverse axis and for swinging about said first transverse axis, means mounting said bracket on said camera for restricted linear movement along a second transverse axis at an angle to said first axis and for swinging about said second axis, means including a flexible member providing light tight communication between said barrel and the camera, and a second barrel provided with means for mounting on the camera, said bracket being mounted on said second barrel.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
A camera objective lens adjustment comprising a longitudinal first barrel supporting an objective lens system, a bracket member, means mounting said first barrel to said bracket member for restricted linear movement relative thereto along a first transverse axis and for swinging about said first transverse axis, means mounting said bracket on said camera for restricted linear movement along a second transverse axis at an angle to said first axis and for swinging about said second axis, means including a flexible member providing light tight communication between said barrel and the camera, and a second barrel provided with means for mounting on the camera, said bracket being mounted on said second barrel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The camera objective lens adjustment of claim 1 wherein said flexible member comprises a bellows interconnecting said first and second barrel members.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
The camera objective lens adjustment of claim 2 wherein said second barrel is axially adjustable.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
49 words
The camera objective lens of claim 3 wherein said bracket mounting means comprises a pair of transversely spaced forwardly directed ears having second bores therein aligned along said second axis and a pair of oppositely directed second pins projecting from said bracket and slideably and rotatably engaging said bores.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
46 words
The camera objective lens of claim 4 wherein said bracket has a pair of first bores formed therein aligned along said first axis and said first barrel mounting means includes axially aligned first pins projecting from said barrel and slideably and rotatably engaging said first bores.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
116 words
The camera objective lens adjustment of claim 1 wherein said second barrel is positioned rearwardly of said first barrel, said bracket including a frame having a pair of first bores therein aligned with said first axis, said first barrel mounting means including a pair of oppositely directed pins projecting from said first barrel and slideably and rotatably engaging said first bores, said bracket mounting means including a pair of diametrically opposed ears projecting forwardly of said second barrel and having second bores therein aligned with said second axis, and opposite pins projecting outwardly from said bracket and slideably and rotatably engaging said second bores, said flexible member comprising a bellows interconnecting said first and second barrels.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The camera objective lens adjustment of claim 6 wherein said first and second axes are at right angles to each other.
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) | 1975-12-05 | 1976-06-05 | 1976-12-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-12-05 | 1980-06-05 | 1980-12-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-12-05 | 1984-06-05 | 1984-12-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |