US4162823A
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Lens mount for photographic recording apparatus
Assignee: Tektronix Inc
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Filing: 1977-10-31
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Granted: 1979-07-31
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Expires: 1997-10-31
Abstract
Abstract A lens mount in a camera assembly for use with a cathode-ray tube is provided. In particular there is provided a single body section spacer for insertion from one end of the lens assembly to the other end for changing the optical characteristics.
Inventors
- 👤 Brian K. Jorgensen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 11:09
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02B; G02B7/00; G02B7/02; G02B7/04; G02B7/10; G02B7/105
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
A lens structure for use in a photographic recording apparatus including an image plane, an object plane, and film, the lens structure comprising: a tubular cylindrical mounting sleeve having a first mounting shoulder on one end thereof and a second mounting shoulder on the other end thereof; a lens assembly removably attached to said mounting sleeve; and a tubular cylindrical spacer interchangeably mounted on said first or said second mounting shoulder to increase the distance between said lens assembly and the film in the first instance and to increase the distance between the lens assembly and the object plane in the second instance, thereby providing two different magnification ratios without refocusing.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
A lens structure for use in a photographic recording apparatus including an image plane, an object plane, and film, the lens structure comprising: a tubular cylindrical mounting sleeve having a first mounting shoulder on one end thereof and a second mounting shoulder on the other end thereof; a lens assembly removably attached to said mounting sleeve; and a tubular cylindrical spacer interchangeably mounted on said first or said second mounting shoulder to increase the distance between said lens assembly and the film in the first instance and to increase the distance between the lens assembly and the object plane in the second instance, thereby providing two different magnification ratios without refocusing.
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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) | 1982-07-30 | 1983-01-29 | 1983-07-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-07-30 | 1987-01-29 | 1987-07-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-07-30 | 1991-01-29 | 1991-07-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |