Patents by Inventor Art Viger

Art Viger has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 9360744
    Abstract: A camera tripod for preventing camera movement and providing stability. More specifically, a camera tripod comprising an adjustable center column; three adjustable legs having a plurality of shaft segments, the legs being in concentric thirds around the center column when in a closed position; a camera attachment platform; and a soft lock mechanism on each shaft segment. The camera tripod can be efficiently set up and taken down and greatly improves portability and ease of use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Assignee: Peak Design, LLC
    Inventors: Peter Dering, Art Viger
  • Patent number: 9247787
    Abstract: A male/female connection system is disclosed. The system is specifically designed as a novel way of attaching straps to cameras. The device includes a male attachment anchor with an overmolded loop, as well as a female housing inclusive of a spring to lock the male and the female together. The anchor connects to a camera at the neck strap loops using a cow hitch knot. The anchor connects to the housing by entering an open end, and being pulled through to an end where it is strapped. A strap connects to the housing by way of a loop being sewn around it.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2016
    Assignee: Peak Design, LLC
    Inventors: Peter Dering, Art Viger, Mike Holmberg
  • Publication number: 20150346589
    Abstract: A camera tripod for preventing camera movement and providing stability. More specifically, a camera tripod comprising an adjustable center column; three adjustable legs having a plurality of shaft segments, the legs being in concentric thirds around the center column when in a closed position; a camera attachment platform; and a soft lock mechanism on each shaft segment. The camera tripod can be efficiently set up and taken down and greatly improves portability and ease of use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2015
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Inventors: Peter Dering, Art Viger
  • Publication number: 20150113772
    Abstract: A male/female connection system is disclosed. The system is specifically designed as a novel way of attaching straps to cameras. The device includes a male attachment anchor with an overmolded loop, as well as a female housing inclusive of a spring to lock the male and the female together. The anchor connects to a camera at the neck strap loops using a cow hitch knot. The anchor connects to the housing by entering an open end, and being pulled through to an end where it is strapped. A strap connects to the housing by way of a loop being sewn around it.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2013
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventors: Peter Dering, Art Viger, Mike Holmberg
  • Patent number: D788205
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 30, 2017
    Assignee: Peak Design, LLC
    Inventors: Robb Jankura, Art Viger, Joseph Dylan Cunningham, Peter Dering, Peter Lockett
  • Patent number: D802649
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2017
    Assignee: Peak Design
    Inventors: Peter Dering, Art Viger, Mike Holmberg
  • Patent number: D961912
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Assignee: Peak Design
    Inventors: Rachel Roberts, Art Viger, Peter Lockett
  • Patent number: D968806
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2022
    Assignee: Peak Design
    Inventors: Rachel Roberts, Art Viger, Peter Lockett