Universal tripod clamp system
US11106116B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 1, 2019 |
| Grant date | Aug 31, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03B17/566
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A universal tripod clamp system is provided having a base member having a top side and a bottom side. The top side includes a plate receiving area configured to accept a mounting plate in conjunction with camera equipment. The bottom side includes an adapter receiving port having a first shape. A clamp is provided, wherein the clamp is configured to alter the plate receiving area. A universal adapter is provided, wherein the universal adapter is removably positioned in the adapter receiving port. The adapter is configured to receive a portion of a tripod head, such as a ball head. The adapter includes an opening having a second shape (pattern) configured to conform to the portion of the tripod head having the same shape (pattern).
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