Abstract: An apparatus includes a head having an obverse side and a reverse side. The apparatus includes a vertical load cell detachably connected to the obverse side. The vertical load cell in operation measures a plurality of vertical loads at a respective plurality of ground depths. The apparatus includes a plurality of pins connected to the reverse side. Each pin of the plurality of pins includes a rod and a cone connected to the rod. The apparatus includes a torsional load cell detachably connected to the obverse side. The torsional load cell in operation measures a plurality of torques at a respective plurality of rotational angles.

Abstract: According to the present invention, there is provided a support device (10) and a support leg (12) for supporting a camera or other device. The support leg includes a primary leg portion (16) and a secondary leg portion (18). The secondary leg portion is in movable engagement with the primary leg portion for movement between an open configuration where the support leg is fully extended, and a closed configuration where the support leg is fully closed. A latch mechanism (28) is further provided for automatically locking the position of the secondary leg portion relative to the primary leg portion upon reaching the closed configuration.