Patents by Inventor Donato F. Pizzuti

Donato F. Pizzuti 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).

  • Accessory adapter for cameras
    Patent number: 4030112
    Abstract: A quick release adapter for connecting a cable release or self-timer to a camera and applying a shutter operating force to the shutter button of the camera. The force transmitting mechanism includes an overtravel spring to minimize malfunctions that might occur because of differences in tolerances between cameras, adapters and accessories. The adapter comprises a housing embracing the lensboard of the camera and being detachably connectable to the camera by means of a cam operated latch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 1976
    Date of Patent: June 14, 1977
    Assignee: Polaroid Corporation
    Inventors: John B. Morse, Donato F. Pizzuti, John M. Reynard