System and method for binocular tripod adapter with automatic locking engagement
US11592660B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 25, 2021 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16M11/2021
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A binocular adapter including a base and a receiver joined together by a stanchion arm. The receiver being configured to receive a binocular stem in a stem aperture defined by a receiver head. The receiver head configured to rotate relative to a receiver stanchion. The binocular stem including a first and a second end. The first end including a connector configured to connect to a binocular. The second end, distal to the first end, including a stem extension configured to be received by the stem aperture. The second end further including a groove configured to be received in a spring clip disposed on the receiver stanchion for retaining the binocular stem. The receiver head including a fastener for securing the binocular stem within the stem aperture while it is engaged in the spring clip.
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