US5043750A
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Tripod for use with a camera
Assignee: Konica Minolta Inc
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Filing: 1990-10-11
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Granted: 1991-08-27
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Expires: 2010-10-11
Abstract
Abstract The invention provides a tripod for use with a camera by which the camera can be set horizontally without any difficulty. The tripod includes a supporting base for supporting a camera thereon through screw mechanism. On the lower surface of the base is provided a central leg composed of a pliantly bendable rod like member. On both the sides of the central leg are symmetrically provided a pair of side legs, each of which is adapted to pivotally open in outwardly slanting direction to a stop position and is shorter than the central leg.
Inventors
- 👤 Kohichi Yamaguchi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 13:45
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16M; F16M11/00; F16M11/20; F16M11/24; F16M11/40; F16M11/02; F16M11/04; F16M11/06; F16M11/10; F16M11/18
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
72 words
A tripod for use with a camera, comprising: supporting means for supporting a camera thereon; a central leg provided to the downward surface of the supporting means and composed of a pliantly bendable member; and a pair of side legs symmetrically provided to both sides of the central leg, each of which is adapted to pivotally open in outwardly slanting direction to a stop position and is shorter than the central leg.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
72 words
A tripod for use with a camera, comprising: supporting means for supporting a camera thereon; a central leg provided to the downward surface of the supporting means and composed of a pliantly bendable member; and a pair of side legs symmetrically provided to both sides of the central leg, each of which is adapted to pivotally open in outwardly slanting direction to a stop position and is shorter than the central leg.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
The tripod of claim 1, wherein one end of the central leg is fixed to the supporting means and the other end can move in any direction by bending a part of the leg.
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) | 1994-08-26 | 1995-02-25 | 1995-08-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1998-08-26 | 1999-02-25 | 1999-08-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2002-08-26 | 2003-02-25 | 2003-08-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |