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Binocular mounting assembly for astronomical observations

US5437427A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 25, 1994
Grant dateAug 1, 1995
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 25, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16M2200/041
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A compact, substantially vibration-free binocular mounting assembly for supporting large binoculars during astronomical observations. The binocular mounting assembly is adapted to be rotated about a horizontal axis during altitude adjustment, with the binocular eyepieces closely following the eye position of a seated astronomical observer as the altitude of observation is varied from horizon to zenith.

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