Patents by Inventor Wenping Zeng

Wenping Zeng 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).

  • Publication number: 20250146614
    Abstract: The present disclosure introduces a quick-release structure pertaining to the technical realm of photographic auxiliary accessories. The structure comprises: a quick-release plate; a quick-release base featuring a limiting groove; and a quick-release assembly, which incorporates a pressing member and a triggering member, both elastically mounted on the quick-release base. The pressing member, adjacent to the limiting groove, serves to secure the quick-release plate within the limiting groove, whereas the triggering member is tasked with actuating the pressing member to disengage the quick-release plate from the limiting groove. The quick-release plate merely needs to be pressed into the quick-release base, causing the pressing member to lock automatically, thereby mounting the plate on the base. During unlocking, applying pressure to the triggering member with one hand prompts it to activate the pressing member, causing it to rotate relative to the quick-release base, thus releasing the plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2024
    Publication date: May 8, 2025
    Inventors: Sen WU, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250137577
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a tripod with an adjustable angle. The tripod includes a tripod body with a limiting surface, support legs equipped with a movable rotation-limiting assembly that interacts with the limiting surface, and a rotational structure. The tripod body and support legs are rotationally connected via the rotational structure. In a first position, the rotation-limiting assembly disengages from the limiting surface, allowing the support legs to rotate relative to the tripod body. In a second position, the rotation-limiting assembly locks onto the limiting surface, securing the support legs to the tripod body. The rotational structure works in coordination with the limiting surface, limiting components, a button mechanism, and first and second reset mechanisms to enable one-touch unlocking and automatic locking of the tripod, enhancing operational convenience.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2024
    Publication date: May 1, 2025
    Inventors: Jingkai CAO, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250136161
    Abstract: The present application pertains to the technical domain of photography equipment, specifically addressing a cart for photographing. This cart for photographing comprises a cart frame and a storage platform. The cart frame incorporates a plurality of support members, and the storage platform is affixed to these support members. The storage platform consists of a base plate and upright plates. These upright plates are arranged continuously around the base plate, enclosing storage slots designed for supporting photography accessories. Each of these upright plates is equipped with a plurality of connection interfaces of varying specifications, facilitating the installation of photography accessories. This configuration effectively augments the storage capacity of the cart for photographing. Photography accessories can be installed on the cart for photographing via these connection interfaces, allowing them to be suspended outside or above the cart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2024
    Publication date: May 1, 2025
    Inventors: Sen WU, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250125494
    Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to an anti-deflection spring structure. The spring structure includes a support ring, a bent connecting segment, and a supporting spring. One end of the bent connecting segment is joined to the supporting spring, while the other end is bent towards and attached to the support ring, ensuring that the opposing ends of the support ring align on a common plane. When the support ring is mounted on an external structure, the spring structure is subjected to lateral compression from the side of the supporting spring opposite the support ring, rendering it resistant to tilting and effectively preventing dislodgement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2024
    Publication date: April 17, 2025
    Inventors: Jiawen KANG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250123542
    Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to the technical realm of photographic equipment, introducing a self-adjusting shock-absorption device that incorporates a movable frame and a shock-absorption mechanism. The movable frame is designed to rotate along at least one pivot. The shock-absorption mechanism comprises an adjusting component and an elastic component, where the elastic component is flexibly positioned within the movable frame, with at least one of its ends linked to the adjusting component. The end of the adjusting component, distant from the elastic component, is also movably attached to the movable frame. As the movable frame rotates along its pivot, the adjusting component dynamically shifts, resulting in a modulation of the elastic component's length.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2024
    Publication date: April 17, 2025
    Inventors: Long MA, Yaolong LUO, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250116310
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to shock-absorption technology, particularly a shock-absorption structure that includes a first shock-absorption body, a second shock-absorption body, and at least one set of elastic shock-absorbing components. The first shock-absorption body surrounds the exterior of the second shock-absorption body, forming a movable gap between the first shock-absorption body and the second shock-absorption body. Both shock-absorption bodies are connected with the elastic shock-absorbing components. The shock-absorption first body is equipped with a first mounting point for affixing an external device, while the second shock-absorption body features a second mounting point for the same purpose. An external camera and an external shock-absorbing arm structure can be installed at the respective mounting points of the first and second shock-absorption bodies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2024
    Publication date: April 10, 2025
    Inventors: Yiling WANG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250102881
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the technical field of cameras, and in particular, to a lens control mechanism, which includes a first control body, a driving assembly, and driving teeth for meshing with a lens, wherein the driving teeth are movably arranged on the first control body, the driving assembly is fixedly arranged on the first control body, the driving assembly is drivingly connected to the driving teeth, and the first control body is provided with a mounting position for mounting the lens control mechanism such that the driving teeth mesh with the lens. In the present disclosure, through the structural design of the mechanism, camera or lens parameters such as follow focus and zoom of the lens can be automatically controlled. Compared with manual adjustment, the parameter adjustment of the lens is more accurate and convenient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: March 27, 2025
    Inventors: Wenping Zeng, Kefeng Zhou
  • Publication number: 20250102106
    Abstract: The present disclosure introduces a shock absorption mechanism, regulating method, and control method, particularly applicable to shock absorption technology for devices like in-vehicle filming equipment. The system comprises connectors, shock absorption components, and supporting components. The connectors exhibit movable connections with the shock absorption components, while the supporting components establish drivable connections with the shock absorption components. Additionally, the connectors are also movably linked to the supporting components. A notable feature of this invention, distinct from existing technologies, is the shock absorption components' capacity to induce front-back or left-right oscillations in the supporting components through their inherent rotation when detecting a tendency for swinging. This proactive response effectively mitigates the centrifugal force resulting from camera swinging, preventing detachment between the camera and the shock absorption arm and averting camera jitter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2024
    Publication date: March 27, 2025
    Inventors: Yaolong LUO, Yiling WANG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250100463
    Abstract: A shock-absorption head includes a connector, a moving component, a supporting component, and a shock-absorption structure. The shock-absorption head can induce a swaying motion in the supporting component, counteracting any tendency of a camera to swing. This motion, facilitated by the shock-absorption structure's telescopic movement, effectively mitigates the centrifugal force resulting from the camera's oscillation. The shock-absorption head can minimize the risk of detachment between the camera and the shock-absorption arm, thereby preventing camera instability and ensuring the steadiness of the captured image.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2024
    Publication date: March 27, 2025
    Inventors: Yaolong LUO, Yiling WANG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250102889
    Abstract: A shock absorption mechanism includes connectors, supporting components, and shock absorption components capable of driving the supporting components to swing back and forth or left and right. The connectors are clamped in the middle of the shock absorption components and are operatively connected to the shock absorption components on both sides. The supporting components are movably connected to the shock absorption components, and the lower end of the connectors is operatively connected to the supporting components. A notable feature of this invention, distinct from existing technologies, is the shock absorption components' capacity to induce front-back or left-right oscillations in the supporting components through their inherent rotation when detecting a tendency for swinging. This proactive response effectively mitigates the centrifugal force resulting from camera swinging, preventing detachment between the camera and the damping arm and averting camera jitter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2024
    Publication date: March 27, 2025
    Inventors: Yaolong LUO, Yiling WANG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Patent number: 12253209
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a universal dovetail mount that can support both the Arca standard dovetail slide plate and the Manfrotto standard dovetail slide plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2025
    Assignee: TILTA INC.
    Inventors: Wenping Zeng, Kefeng Zhou
  • Publication number: 20250060560
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a motor control circuit for lens focusing. The circuit comprises a first chip unit, a second chip unit, and a motor drive unit. The first chip unit is communicatively connected to a handwheel for receiving handwheel signals. The second chip unit is connected to the first chip unit via a serial port. The motor drive unit is connected to the second chip unit and, upon receiving wheel signals from the first chip unit, controls the motor to rotate. This circuit achieves automatic control of lens parameters, enabling automatic and stable focusing by the motor, thereby improving shooting efficiency and convenience.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2023
    Publication date: February 20, 2025
    Inventors: Qianjin GENG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250060001
    Abstract: The present disclosure belongs to the field of suction cups, in particular to a user-friendly detachable attachment structure, wherein comprising installation components and suction-based adsorption components. The installation components consist of a clamping part on one side, equipped with a clamping position to detachably clamp the adsorption component, and a fixed part on the other side with a connection position for linking external structures. In the present disclosure, the harmonized arrangement of the fixed part and clamping part facilitates effortless disassembly and replacement of the adsorption component when necessary, significantly enhancing user convenience.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2024
    Publication date: February 20, 2025
    Inventors: Zhichao FENG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250060559
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a handwheel control circuit for lens focusing, comprising a central processing chip, a master control chip, a keypad circuit, and a power system on/off circuit. The central processing chip is used to receive a power-on signal. The master control chip is communicatively connected to the central processing chip. The first end of the keypad circuit is connected to the central processing chip, for sending a power-on signal to the central processing chip for power supply. The first end of the power system on/off circuit is connected to the central processing chip, and the second end of the power system on/off circuit is connected to the second end of the keypad circuit. When the keypad circuit receives a power-on signal, it sends the signal to the power system on/off circuit, enabling the circuit to supply power to the central processing chip and the master control chip. The master control chip sends angle information data to the motor drive control circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2023
    Publication date: February 20, 2025
    Inventors: Guanjing LI, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20250058723
    Abstract: The present disclosure belongs to the field of suction cups, in particular to a vehicle camera bracket device using suction cups. The apparatus incorporates a fixed component, a carrying component, a supporting component, a first suction component, and a second suction component. The carrying component is pivotally and movably positioned at one end on the fixed component, featuring an installation part at the other end for mounting external photographic equipment. The lower side of the fixed component is furnished with the first suction component. The supporting component is inclined and rotatably situated on the carrying component at one end, with the other end hosting the second suction component. In the present disclosure, the supporting effect is more stable, and the process of adjusting the camera's height and angle is more convenient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2024
    Publication date: February 20, 2025
    Inventors: Zhichao FENG, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Patent number: 12216505
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the technical field of cameras, and in particular, to an expansion device for a built-in hard disk. The expansion device includes a bottom plate and an expansion assembly, wherein the bottom plate is connected to the expansion assembly, and the bottom plate is provided with a connecting position for connecting to a photographic device; a hard disk mounting plate is provided in the expansion assembly, the hard disk mounting plate is provided with a hard disk interface, the expansion assembly is detachably provided with a hard disk, and the hard disk is connected to the hard disk interface; the hard disk mounting plate is further provided with an external interface. In the expansion device, when the device is used in conjunction with a photographic device, it can be used as a storage capacity expansion structure of the photographic device to provide a larger storage capacity for the photographic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2025
    Assignee: TILTA INC.
    Inventors: Wenping Zeng, Kefeng Zhou
  • Patent number: 12209700
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a magnetic attraction bracket and a photographic device using the same. The magnetic attraction bracket includes a bracket, a locking assembly, and a magnet. The magnetic attraction bracket can attach a photographic accessory to the bracket through the locking assembly, the bracket is internally provided with the magnet, and the bracket can be magnetically attracted to a shooting device with the magnetic attraction through the magnet, so that the photographic accessory can be mounted on the shooting device. During dismounting, the photographic accessory can be easily removed from the shooting device by operating the photographic accessory or the bracket. This arrangement makes the mounting and dismounting of photographic accessories simple and convenient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2025
    Assignee: TILTA INC.
    Inventors: Donglin Li, Wenping Zeng, Kefeng Zhou
  • Publication number: 20250030944
    Abstract: This disclosure pertains to the field of photography equipment technology, specifically addressing a method for adjusting lenses, a lens adjustment device, a lens adjustment system, and a computer medium. A driver component is used for controlling lens rotation. A method includes: controlling a driver component configured to adjust a parameter of a camera lens; obtaining information about a rotational position of the driver components; and rotating the camera lens using the driver component based on the information, thereby adjusting the parameter of the camera lens to a predetermined value. A lens control device can be used for the execution of lens parameter adjustment. By controlling the driver components, lens parameters are adjusted, eliminating the conventional method of manually rotating the camera lens while making adjustments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2023
    Publication date: January 23, 2025
    Inventors: Shining SHEN, Wenping ZENG, Kefeng ZHOU
  • Publication number: 20240418238
    Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure are directed to a composite transmission belt that can be removably attached to a camera lens such that a control ring of the camera lens can be controlled by a driving device via the transmission belt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2023
    Publication date: December 19, 2024
    Inventors: Wenping Zeng, Kefeng Zhou
  • Patent number: D1073656
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2025
    Assignee: TILTA INC.
    Inventors: Shengjie Wu, Wenping Zeng, Kefeng Zhou