US4431041A
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Video camera case
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1982-08-12
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Granted: 1984-02-14
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Expires: 2002-08-12
Abstract
Abstract A case is provided specifically tailored to the shape and needs of a video camera and being characterized by a shaped frame of aluminum bands confined between an outer cover and an inner liner, the liner and the cover both being removable from the frame for washing and repair and being made of foam sandwiched between durable Nylon cloth. A specialized anti-slip strap and an accessory bag which is removably attached to the main body of the case are also features of note.
Inventors
- 👤 Steven G. Leiserson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 10:11
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C11/00; A45C11/38; A45C3/00; A45F; A45F3/00; A45F3/02; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S224/00; Y10S224/908
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
73 words
A case for a video camera comprising: a main body having: a rigid frame shaped to substantially follow the contours of said camera; an inner lining inside said frame for shielding said camera from said frame; an outer covering over the exterior of said frame; means for carrying said case; an accessory pouch removably attached to said body; and wherein said body defines a laterally extended overhang and said pouch is fastened thereunder.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
73 words
A case for a video camera comprising: a main body having: a rigid frame shaped to substantially follow the contours of said camera; an inner lining inside said frame for shielding said camera from said frame; an outer covering over the exterior of said frame; means for carrying said case; an accessory pouch removably attached to said body; and wherein said body defines a laterally extended overhang and said pouch is fastened thereunder.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
Structure according to claim 1 wherein said pouch fastens to the side of said body with hook-and-loop fastener material and to said overhang with hook-and-loop strap fasteners.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
Structure according to claim 1 wherein said camera has a protruding lens system and said frame extends to define a protective enclosure for said lens system.
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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) | 1987-02-13 | 1987-08-15 | 1988-02-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-02-13 | 1991-08-15 | 1992-02-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-02-13 | 1995-08-15 | 1996-02-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |