Camera module and operating method
US9609234B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH10F39/804
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A completely self-contained camera module and operating method are provided. The camera module includes a housing member for mounting to a desired surface, an internal support structure positioned within the housing, and at least two cameras secured to the support structure. Each camera has a field of view to an exterior of the housing. The support structure being operably configured to be readily securable to and removable from the housing so that the support structure and cameras can easily be installed during manufacturing to at least reduce manufacturing variability and so that, if a module is not working in the field, an operator can at least readily replace the support structure and cameras as desired with a different support and cameras in the field without requiring tools and without needing to locate and replace a specific malfunctioning camera.
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