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X-Class synchronization contact means for electric shutters
Assignee: Nidec Precision Corp
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Filing: 1977-09-21
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Granted: 1979-11-20
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Expires: 1997-09-21
Abstract
Abstract An X-class synchronization contact means for electric camera shutters has a switch which is closed by a shutter opening release stroke or by initial motion of a shutter opening operation. The switch is connected to a flash synchronization contact in order to prevent accidental ignition of a flashing means either in the initial step of a camera shutter release operation or in an exposure warning step accompanying the camera shutter release.
Inventors
- 👤 Kunio Matsumoto
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 20:44
CPC Classifications
G; G03; G03B; G03B9/00; G03B9/70
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
121 words
An X-class synchronization contact means for electric shutters comprising an electromagnet capable of being converted from an energized state into a de-energized state to start a shutter closing motion, a flash synchronization contact capable of being operated by an electrical signal associated with said electromagnet when said electromagnet is de-energized, and a first switch which is connected to said synchronization contact and which functions to prevent said synchronization contact from passing an electric current for erroneous flash synchronization during at least any preliminary operation step for the shutter release and which permits said synchronization contact to pass an electric current for flash synchronization by said electrical signal at the time said electromagnet is de-energized only after said first switch is operated.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
121 words
An X-class synchronization contact means for electric shutters comprising an electromagnet capable of being converted from an energized state into a de-energized state to start a shutter closing motion, a flash synchronization contact capable of being operated by an electrical signal associated with said electromagnet when said electromagnet is de-energized, and a first switch which is connected to said synchronization contact and which functions to prevent said synchronization contact from passing an electric current for erroneous flash synchronization during at least any preliminary operation step for the shutter release and which permits said synchronization contact to pass an electric current for flash synchronization by said electrical signal at the time said electromagnet is de-energized only after said first switch is operated.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
An X-class synchronization contact means for electric shutters according to claim 1 wherein said synchronization contact is a thyristor having a gate terminal connected to said electromagnet and a cathode terminal connected to said first switch.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
43 words
An X-class synchronization contact means for electric shutters according to claim 1 wherein said synchronization contact is a thyristor having a gate terminal connected to said electromagnet and said first switch is connected between the gate terminal and cathode terminal of said thylistor.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
34 words
An X-class synchronization contact means for electric shutters according to claim 1 wherein said synchronization contact is formed as a mechanical switch and said first switch is connected in series with said mechanical switch.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
36 words
An X-class synchronization contact means for electric shutters according to claim 1 wherein said first switch is interlocked with a second switch for operating a CR delay circuit to control the energizing time of said electromagnet.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
An X-class synchronization contact means for electric shutters according to claim 1 wherein said first and second switches have a common movable contact piece.
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) | 1982-11-19 | 1983-05-21 | 1983-11-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-11-19 | 1987-05-21 | 1987-11-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-11-19 | 1991-05-21 | 1991-11-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |