US3984855A
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Twin camera shoulder-chest-pod
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-03-21
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Granted: 1976-10-05
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Expires: 1995-03-21
Abstract
Abstract A twin camera shoulder-chest-pod carrier comprising an intermediate connecting bar, and a first bracket integrally connected to one end of the connecting bar and a second bracket integrally connected to the other end of the connecting bar. Connecting members are provided for releasably affixing a first camera to the first bracket and a second camera to the second bracket.
Inventors
- 👤 Mark Baczynsky
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 13:09
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16M; F16M13/00; F16M13/04; F16M11/00; F16M11/02; F16M11/04; F16M11/043; F16M11/045; F16M11/06; F16M11/08; G; G03; G03B; G03B17/00; G03B17/56; G03B17/561; G03B17/563; A; A45; A45F; A45F5/00; A45F5/1533; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/908
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
325 words
A three piece bracket assembly constituting a twin camera shoulder-chest-pod carrier comprising: an intermediate connecting bar; a first bracket integrally connected to one end of the connecting bar and a second bracket integrally connected to the other end of the connecting bar said first bracket having bracket ends thereof and connected to said connecting bar between said bracket ends thereof, said second bracket being connected at one of its ends to said other end of said connecting bar, said first bracket and said second bracket being orientated substantially cross-wise relative to each other said second bracket forming an L-shaped member with said connecting bar, said first bracket being coplanar relative to said connecting bar, defining a plane, said first bracket being inclined relative to said connecting bar and extending in a rearward direction in a rear portion thereof at an obtuse angle relative thereto, said first bracket having a front portion extending colinearly to said rear portion and forwardly relative to said connecting bar, said rear portion being substantially longer than that of said front portion said second bracket extends perpendicularly to said plane and also extends vertically downwardly relative to a horizontal orientation of said connecting bar in an inoperative position of said carrier; means for releasably connecting a first camera to said first bracket and means for connecting a second camera releasably to said second bracket; handle members releasably pivotally attached to a rear end of said first bracket and to a free end of said second bracket, respectively; a cushioning hand grip disposed on each said handle member; means for connecting a strap adjacent to the ends of said connecting bar adapted to be positioned about the neck of a person, whereby the connecting rests against the person's chest; said intermediate connecting bar being adapted to be supported for use of said second camera extending horizontally and obliquely rearwrdly across the right shoulder of the person for operation of said second camera.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
325 words
A three piece bracket assembly constituting a twin camera shoulder-chest-pod carrier comprising: an intermediate connecting bar; a first bracket integrally connected to one end of the connecting bar and a second bracket integrally connected to the other end of the connecting bar said first bracket having bracket ends thereof and connected to said connecting bar between said bracket ends thereof, said second bracket being connected at one of its ends to said other end of said connecting bar, said first bracket and said second bracket being orientated substantially cross-wise relative to each other said second bracket forming an L-shaped member with said connecting bar, said first bracket being coplanar relative to said connecting bar, defining a plane, said first bracket being inclined relative to said connecting bar and extending in a rearward direction in a rear portion thereof at an obtuse angle relative thereto, said first bracket having a front portion extending colinearly to said rear portion and forwardly relative to said connecting bar, said rear portion being substantially longer than that of said front portion said second bracket extends perpendicularly to said plane and also extends vertically downwardly relative to a horizontal orientation of said connecting bar in an inoperative position of said carrier; means for releasably connecting a first camera to said first bracket and means for connecting a second camera releasably to said second bracket; handle members releasably pivotally attached to a rear end of said first bracket and to a free end of said second bracket, respectively; a cushioning hand grip disposed on each said handle member; means for connecting a strap adjacent to the ends of said connecting bar adapted to be positioned about the neck of a person, whereby the connecting rests against the person's chest; said intermediate connecting bar being adapted to be supported for use of said second camera extending horizontally and obliquely rearwrdly across the right shoulder of the person for operation of said second camera.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
49 words
The twin camera shoulder-chest-pod carrier in accordance with claim 1 wherein: said brackets each form a slot extending longitudinal along the brackets; and said connecting means comprise screws adapted to be slidably disposed in said longitudinal slots and adpted for securing releasably cameras thereto and against said brackets, respectively.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
180 words
A three piece bracket assembly constituting a twin camera shoulder-chest-pod carrier an intermediate connecting bar; a first bracket integrally connected to one end of the connecting bar and a second bracket integrally connected to the other end of the connecting bar; and means for releasably connecting a first camera to said first bracket and means for connecting a second camera releasably to said second bracket; means for connecting a strap adjacent to the ends of said connecting bar adapted to be positioned about the neck of a person whereby the connecting rests against the person's chest; said intermediate connecting bar being adapted to be supported for use of said second camera extending horizontally and obliquely rearwardly across the right shoulder of the person for operation of said second camera; handle members releasably pivotably attached to a rear end of said first bracket and to a free end of said second bracket, respectively; said handle members are L-shaped members and each comprise a leg portion depending perpendicularly relative to its corresponding bracket; a cushioning hand grip disposed on said leg portions
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
180 words
A three piece bracket assembly constituting a twin camera shoulder-chest-pod carrier an intermediate connecting bar; a first bracket integrally connected to one end of the connecting bar and a second bracket integrally connected to the other end of the connecting bar; and means for releasably connecting a first camera to said first bracket and means for connecting a second camera releasably to said second bracket; means for connecting a strap adjacent to the ends of said connecting bar adapted to be positioned about the neck of a person whereby the connecting rests against the person's chest; said intermediate connecting bar being adapted to be supported for use of said second camera extending horizontally and obliquely rearwardly across the right shoulder of the person for operation of said second camera; handle members releasably pivotably attached to a rear end of said first bracket and to a free end of said second bracket, respectively; said handle members are L-shaped members and each comprise a leg portion depending perpendicularly relative to its corresponding bracket; a cushioning hand grip disposed on said leg portions
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
The twin camera shoulder-chest-pod carrier in accordance with claim 1 further comprising: a hand grip portion disposed around said connecting bar between the ends thereof.
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) | 1979-10-05 | 1980-04-05 | 1980-10-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-10-05 | 1984-04-05 | 1984-10-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-10-05 | 1988-04-05 | 1988-10-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |