US3704848A
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Mounting and leveling pad
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-07-10
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Granted: 1972-12-05
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Expires: 1990-07-10
Abstract
Abstract A leveling pad for cameras and the like, usually triangular in shape. The pad, per se, includes a downwardly extending foot on each of its corners, at least one foot being vertically adjustable for leveling purposes. The pad is provided with an attachment screw for connecting the pad to an object to be supported, the screw being positioned in a slot for adjusting the center of gravity position of the supported structure.
Inventors
- 👤 Eric W Trebes
- 👤 Fred W Trebes
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 18:54
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16M; F16M13/00; F16M11/00; F16M11/02; F16M11/04; F16M11/06; F16M11/10; G; G03; G03B; G03B29/00; F16M2200/00; F16M2200/04; F16M2200/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
143 words
An adjustable mounting pad for supporting photographic equipment and the like comprising a body member having a substantially flat shape; a plurality of feet separated from one another and extending in a common direction from one side of said body member; an adjusting screw engaged in at least one of said feet for adjusting the orientation of said body member and any structure mounted thereupon; slot means in said body member between two of said feet and including a discretely located enlarged region; and an attachment screw having a shank and a threaded portion of larger diameter than said shank adapted for insertion through said enlarged region, said shank extending through said slot means; said shank of said attachment screw being adapted for movement along said slot, whereby the center of gravity of the equipment supported upon said mounting pad may be adjusted.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
143 words
An adjustable mounting pad for supporting photographic equipment and the like comprising a body member having a substantially flat shape; a plurality of feet separated from one another and extending in a common direction from one side of said body member; an adjusting screw engaged in at least one of said feet for adjusting the orientation of said body member and any structure mounted thereupon; slot means in said body member between two of said feet and including a discretely located enlarged region; and an attachment screw having a shank and a threaded portion of larger diameter than said shank adapted for insertion through said enlarged region, said shank extending through said slot means; said shank of said attachment screw being adapted for movement along said slot, whereby the center of gravity of the equipment supported upon said mounting pad may be adjusted.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The invention according to claim 1 wherein said body member is substantially triangular in shape.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
The invention according to claim 1 wherein said feet comprise boss members constructed integral with said pad member, said adjusting screw being positioned in one such boss, and a pair of tip members positioned in the others thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The invention according to claim 3 wherein said adjusting screw includes an enlarged head, the periphery of which extends beyond the periphery of said body member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
The invention according to claim 4 wherein the head of said adjusting screw includes a bulbous portion opposite a shank portion to provide a point contact region for contacting a support structure.
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 |