Patents by Inventor Robert L. Woodruff

Robert L. Woodruff 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: 4591250
    Abstract: A level attachment for cameras is flanged to interengage with channel tracks of a camera hot shoe in either of two positions on orthogonal axes. The arrangement enables leveling the camera side-to-side and fore-and-aft. The level attachment is screw-threaded and can serve as a mounting for various camera accessories directly or through a threaded adapter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 1984
    Date of Patent: May 27, 1986
    Inventor: Robert L. Woodruff
  • Patent number: 4029246
    Abstract: A camera support for automobiles and like vehicles utilizes the top of the vehicle instrument panel and the front seat cushion as a rest means for the support structure. Rear divergent telescoping legs impart lateral stability and height and angle adjustability. An elastic element interconnects the support and instrument panel to hold down the support structure. The rear telescoping legs are foldable to stowed positions within the channel supporting member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 1976
    Date of Patent: June 14, 1977
    Inventor: Robert L. Woodruff