Abstract: A camera holder (1) for a stand with a mounting screw (25) provided in a carrier plate (22/60) screwable into the mounting thread (32) of a camera (33), wherein the carrier plate (22/60) is mounted directly or indirectly on a rotation plate (6), wherein it is adjustable in a plane perpendicular to the vertical rotation axis (37) of the rotation plate (6) and wherein the rotation plate (6) is fixable in any desired rotation position by means of a clamping device (10). The carrier plate (22/60) is steplessly adjustable in two horizontal axis perpendicular to each other relative to the rotation axis (37) of the rotation plate (6), by means of a cross sled (14), wherein the cross sled (14) exhibits a first lower profile rail (15) with a thereupon adjustable first sled (16), which on the rotation plate (6) is secured.

Abstract: A camera-support head includes a stator and a rotor that is mounted so that it can be rotated about an inclined axis in relation to the stator. The head also includes a compensation device for compensating a load torque that occurs during the inclination, the device having an energy accumulator which exerts a restoring torque on the rotor during the inclination. In addition, the compensation device has an auxiliary device which influences the transmission of the rotational displacement from the rotor to the energy accumulator and thus also the restoring torque that is exerted on the rotor by the energy accumulator.

Abstract: A rapid-orientation head for optical and photographic apparatus in general includes a ball joint having a first attachment on one side, for attachment to a support, and having a handle on the other side, a second attachment on the handle for restraining the optical apparatus thereon, and a reversible lock for the ball joint which is mounted on the handle in order to permit the relative orientation between the first and second attachments. The handle extends transversely with respect to the direction joining the first and second attachment.

Abstract: A camera support comprises a baseplate on which first and second engaging means are formed for releasably engaging first and second portions of a camera body displaced along the baseplate in an engaging direction. The first engaging means defines an abutment position for the first portion of the camera body, and the second engaging means defines a space between two sidewalls for slidably receiving a web of second portion of the camera body, and wherein one of said sidewalls is displaceable towards the other and is coupled to a trigger of the first engaging means so as to clamp the web between the sidewalls when the trigger is operated by the first portion reaching the abutment position. A camera support of this kind can be used advantageously for a respective camera assembly, for example a superexpander.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a camera support mechanism may be used as a mount to couple a camera to a display. The camera support mechanism may include a front lip and rear leg to hold the camera in place. The front lip may align with a front edge of a display. In some embodiments, the rear leg may be adjustable by an adjustment knob. The rear leg may further have a compliant tip to allow the camera support mechanism to adapt to different sizes and shapes of displays. The camera may be mounted on the camera support mechanism through a fastener.

Abstract: A camera-mounting device is provided that is inexpensive and resistive to vibration, and can generate a large coupling force with a small operation force. The camera-mounting device includes a ball shaft, a case main body provided with a ball-shaft receiver, a press plate that allows the ball shaft to be pressed onto the ball-shaft receiver and a cam that presses the press plate in a direction toward the ball shaft by a rotation of a lever, and in this structure, the rotation of the lever is made to have a multiplied force through the principle of the lever to push the press plate down so that the cam and a cam contact face are made in contact with each other on a flat face. With this arrangement, a large coupling force is generated by a small force so that the device is made resistive to vibration.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the invention include devices, systems and methods of mounting audio/video capturing equipment. For example, a mounting device for mounting equipment onto a helmet includes: a support structure having one or more gripping mechanisms adapted to be fitted to one or more locations of the helmet; and a camera mount, at a first location of the support structure, to support a camera at a desired image-capturing position.

Abstract: A photographic equipment support comprises a rotating seat for connecting with a photographic equipment; two legs provided below the rotating seat; two clamping devices provided on free ends of the legs, respectively, for fastening to a waist belt; and at least one strap to be worn around a user's back for hanging the support in front of the user's chest.

Abstract: A webcam built in an electronic device includes a housing, a video camera, and a latching mechanism. The video camera is movable between a first location in the housing and a second location outside the housing. The latching mechanism maintains the video camera at the first location and the second location.

Abstract: A support for a camcorder includes a platform connectable to a camcorder and a gripping handle attached via a multi-directional joint to the platform. The handle includes a head portion close to the multidirectional joint and is segmented along its major axis so as to define at least three pivotably connected leg portions, so as to enable the opening of the leg portions to form a mini-tripod for stationary support of the platform. The support further includes a stabilizer arm having a first end associated to the platform, an opposite second end to which a balancing, stabilizing weight is attached. The arm is provided with a joint enabling the pivoting of the second end of the arm between a first free-floating stabilizing position of the platform and a second position wherein the second end of the arm is suitable to rest on a shoulder-chest area of a camcorder operator.

Abstract: Pan systems are provided. Pan systems illustratively include a hobby servo motor having a splined output shaft, a rotatable auxiliary shaft that is approximately parallel to the splined output shaft, and a one piece support frame. In an embodiment, the one piece support frame has a top panel, a center panel, a first side, and a second side. The top panel and the center panel are approximately parallel. The first side and the second side are approximately parallel. The top panel and the center panel are approximately perpendicular to the first side and the second side. The top and center panels illustratively each include a hobby servo motor aperture and an auxiliary shaft aperture. The hobby servo motor is positioned within the hobby servo apertures and the rotatable auxiliary shaft is positioned within the auxiliary shaft apertures.

Abstract: A gimbal system. The gimbal system may include space-saving features configured to accommodate one or more payload components, thus increasing the payload capacity of the gimbal ball without necessarily increasing the outer dimensions of the gimbal ball. Alternatively, or in addition, the gimbal system may include a motor configured to move at least one gimbal relative to another gimbal about a first axis, with the motor peripherally mounted distal the axis.

Abstract: This attempts to lighten the burden on users when lifting a camera head from a table side. The camera holding arm 140 that holds the camera head 120 is axially supported on the arm shaft support shaft 204 which has the one way clutch 240 interposed for axial support to rotate at the ridge part 118. When doing forward rotation operation Xkap so as to pull up the camera holding arm 140 from the minimum inclination position of the side of the table 110, that rotation direction matches the rotation allowed direction of the one way clutch 240. Thus, the camera holding arm 140 is in a free state around the shaft of the arm shaft support shaft 204.

Abstract: A stand for a camera-equipped wireless communications device comprises a base, an adjustable terminal support movably mounted to the base, and an auxiliary system connector mounted to the base. The adjustable terminal support includes a system plug that connects to a system interface on the camera-equipped wireless communications device. The auxiliary system connector connects a peripheral device associated with the camera-equipped wireless communications device to the base. The system plug and the auxiliary system connector are interconnected by a system bus that extends through the base.

Abstract: HEAD FOR FILM CAMERAS, of the type that comprises a supporting frame with means for automated and remotely controlled movement about three orthogonal axles aa?, bb?, cc?, said head (1) frames comprising two “U”'s, one of them being secondary (2) and rotating about the TILT axle bb?, and the other being a main “U” (3) and rotating about the PAN axle aa?, said “U” facing one another and being articulatedly joined, the base of said secondary “U” (2) having a swinging crosspiece (4) that on its inner face supports a curve guide (6) for fixing and supporting that film camera, which curve guide (6) provides rotation along the ROLL axle cc?, said head (1) being joined to its support (5) with resilient damping means against undesirable movements and vibrations of said support (5) and in addition to the known movement axles, namely, PAN aa?, TILT bb? and ROLL cc?, said head (1) is provided with an independent correcting axle dd? having means for performing a correcting movement in the opposite direction to the undesir

Abstract: Apparatus operable to change direction of an optic axis of a camera, the apparatus comprising: a first platform rotatable about a first axis of rotation; a second platform rigidly connected to the first platform; a camera mounting plate mounted to the second platform so that the mounting plate is rotatable about a second axis; and at least one piezoelectric motor coupled to the first platform and the mounting plate operable to selectively rotate the first platform about the first axis and the mounting plate about the second axis.

Abstract: A camera crane includes an improved balancing system having a weight bar attached to the crane arm, and balance weights moveable along the weight bar. Substantially each balance weight can have upper rollers resting on the upper surface of the weight bar, to support the balance weight on the weight bar and allowing the balance weight to roll along the weight bar. A brake may be provided on the balance weights to lock the balance weight into a selected position on the weight bar. If used, the brake may have a moveable brake pad and a brake stop. The weight bar can be attached to the crane arm via mounting bars, and with the balance weights each including a slot to allow the balance weight to move over or past the mounting bars.

Abstract: A camera mount securely attaches to a variety of mounting surfaces and holds a motion activated camera in a desired position. The camera mount permits the camera mount to positioned as desired on the mounting the mounting bracket which has a camera plate pivotally attached thereto.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tripod head, in particular a camera tripod head, whereby the return moment for balancing the tipping moment generated by the tipping moment exerted by the camera may be generated as near as possible to a sine sine curve with a compact construction. Essentially stationary return springs (17) are used for the above. The tilting movement of an arrangement (5) supporting the camera is transmitted over a carrier (26) by a cable (9), whereupon the pressure springs (17) are compressed and generate the necessary return moment.

Abstract: A surveillance camera gimbal mechanism. The mechanism utilizes a rotationally adjustable disk and support arrangement to afford smoothly adjustable, fastener-free, and stable diagonal adjustment that also provides axial compliance. The diagonal adjustment mechanism is integrated with a pan and tilt gimbal mechanism to allow smooth and stable single-point manual fixation of pan and tilt positions without creating depressions in the mating parts which make readjustment difficult.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling one or more cameras is provided. The apparatus includes: a mounting sled, a tilt drive motor, a tilt drive train, a pan drive motor, and a pan drive train. The mounting sled includes a camera platform between two sled runners. A lower surface of each sled runner is formed by a circular arc. The tilt drive train includes a tilt drive shaft having an axis perpendicular to the camera platform. The pan drive train includes a pan drive shaft extending along the axis of the tilt drive shaft such that it receives the tilt drive shaft and turns independently and concentrically about the tilt drive shaft. The camera platform receives a camera such that the center of gravity of the camera is aligned with the diameter of the circular arc of the sled runners and the vertical axis of the tilt and pan drive shafts.

Abstract: A camera includes a body having a front plate and a rear plate, a lens module mounted on the front plate, a slot defined in the rear plate, and an elongated deformable wire. The deformable wire is received in the slot, and the deformable wire is deformable between a first configuration where the deformable wire is received in the slot, and a second configuration where the deformable wire is released from the slot and reshaped to support the body on an object.

Abstract: A multifunctional supporting frame for a web camera, comprises a movable supporting clamping seat having a hollow rectangular receiving chamber; the rectangular receiving chamber being formed by an upper L shape sheet, a middle U shape sheet, and a lower enclosed rectangular sheet; one lateral side of the L shape sheet being extended with a sheet plate; at least one guide post being extended from one surface of the sheet plate; the guide posts being combined with springs so as to be formed as a telescopic structure which is adjustable to have a desire width for clamping an object; and a bendable shaft seat formed by an upper U shape plate and a lower U shape plate which are pivotally engaged. A lens set is installed above the movable supporting clamping seat by using a lens set pin seat.

Abstract: Various embodiments and methods relating to a camera mount are disclosed.

Abstract: A multi-mount apparatus for devices such as camera heads or lights on the end of a crane arm is disclosed. The multi-mount can include two substantially parallel side plates connected together with internal support members. A top mounting plate can be rotatably attached to the multi-mount at a top pivot point on the side plates. The multi-mount contains a leveling head, which can include a motor that drives a worm gear engaged with a moon gear. A bottom mounting plate can be attached to the moon gear, which is rotatably attached to the multi-mount at a bottom pivot point on the side plates. A motor drives a moon gear to rotate and maintain the bottom mounting plate at a desired orientation. In some embodiments, one or more push/pull rods rotatably attached to the bottom and top mounting plates also cause the top mounting plate to be maintained at the same orientation as the bottom mounting plate.

Abstract: To make more effective use of the circumference of arm rotation while assisting the arm rotation in terms of the rotatability of an arm that holds a camera head, resulting in a more compact device. The imaging device 100 holds a camera head 120 against a table 110 by means of a camera holding arm 140, and the camera holding arm 140 is axially supported rotatably so that the degree of incline relative to the table 110 is variable. A coil spring 260 is incorporated in a through hole 203b, as well as a recess 143k continuous therewith, about the axis of a first subaxial pin 220 aligned with the axis of the arm axial support. The coil spring 260 assists rotation by building up coil spring stress while the camera holding arm 140 (base 143) rotates toward the table 110, and by allowing the coil spring stress to be exerted in the form of assisting force on the arm when the base 143 rotates in such a way that the angle of incline with the table 110 expands.

Abstract: A network camera holder includes an universal coupling for fixing a network camera and a clinch. The clinch is configured to hook a thin frame and, also, can reverse outward on a pivot in order to grip a thicker frame. The clinch can also be spread out to place the holder directly on a flat surface.

Abstract: A telesuite is provided which includes a camera rotatable about at least one axis, the camera being rotatably mounted to a fixed structure. A plurality of predetermined viewing positions are also provide, each of which includes a predetermined coordinate upon which the camera is focused. A camera controller is configured to rotate the camera to view a designated one of the predetermined viewing positions upon receipt of a control signal corresponding to the designated one of the predetermined viewing positions.

Abstract: A device for connecting a camera to a supporting device as provided. The device has a locking plate which includes a wedge-shaped recess with a dovetail guide which is insertable into a wedge-shaped plate with another dovetail guide. The wedge-shaped plate is connectible to the camera. The device also has a front clamping mechanism for bracing the wedge-shaped plate in the wedge-shaped recess, and in a rear region, has a rear clamp mechanism with a securing pin for engaging a guide shoe connectible to the camera. The device also includes a setting device for adjusting the front clamping mechanism along a longitudinal axis of the locking plate.

Abstract: A carriage, in particular a camera carriage, includes at least three running rollers (3a, 3b, 4) arranged at an angular distance about a vertical axis and each rotatable about a horizontal running roller axle (5a, 5b, 5c), wherein the running roller axles (5a, 5b) of at least two running rollers (3a, 3b) are aligned with a common rotational axis (A) and the running roller axle (5c) of at least one further adjustable running roller (4) is turnable in a horizontal plane. There is provided a running direction adjustment device (8, 9, 9a, 11, 12, 14, 15, 18, 21) for indirectly or directly indicating and/or determining and/or adjusting the distance (r) of a reference point (10) at the carriage (1) to an intersection point (S), which is dependent on the turning position of the further running roller (4), between the common rotational axis (A) and the rotational axis (B) aligned with the running roller axle (5c) of the adjustable running roller (4).

Abstract: A portable camera support that includes a handle and a first support member attached to the handle. The first support member is attached to the handle such that the first support member rotates relative to the handle in a first plane. The portable camera support further includes a second support member that is attached to the first support member. The second support member is attached to the first support member such that the second support member rotates relative to the first support member in a second plane which is orthogonal to the first plane. The portable camera support further includes a mounting member that is adapted to be mounted to a camera. The mounting member is attached to the second support member such that the mounting member rotates relative to the second support member in a third plane which is orthogonal to the first plane and the second plane.

Abstract: A photographic transparency copying device wherein a camera is positioned to focus on a transparency mounted on the outer wall of an open-top laterally closed light diffuser chamber, the location of which is continuously adjustable in three dimensions. A halogen bulb directs light into the top of the diffuser chamber.

Abstract: Apparatuses and systems for supporting and positioning cameras and other equipment are disclosed herein. An apparatus for supporting a camera in accordance with one embodiment of the invention can include one or more bendable support members extending from a camera holding portion. In this embodiment, each of the bendable support members includes a plurality of shaped portions arranged on an elongate, bendable core. Each of the shaped portions can include a polygonal frustum shape.

Abstract: A camera stabilizer having a base onto which a camera is mountable. Two support members attach to the base by adjustable rods on each support member. A void in the base component facilitates placement of a user's hand therethrough for camera lens or other adjustments. A leveling device on the stabilizer permits a user to obtain a horizontally true picture. A mirror on the stabilizer permits a user to direct an external remote control device from the rear, onto the mirror, and reflected into a photosensor on the camera.

Abstract: A collapsible, height-adjustable support device with inflatable floats for mounting articles, particularly cinematographic apparatus, upon and below the water. It is characterized by a central tubular frame (1) with a plurality of detachable support arms (2) perpendicular to the central frame. The support arms also attach to the elongate inflatable buoys (10). Cinematographic apparatus is mounted upon a fixing plate (5) positioned centrally on the central frame member (1). The adjustable height of the mount above and below the surface of the water is facilitated by the angular relationship of the central longitudinally splined frame member (1) and each support arms splined hub. Footpads (4) with releasable locking pins and receiving plates (22) provide attachment of support arms to the floats (10). Anchorage and tether points (14) permit towing and static deployment.

Abstract: An apparatus for photographing a pipe without suspension of water supply and a system for controlling the same are disclosed. According to present invention, the interior of the pipe can be photographed by inserting the camera into the pipe and moving and rotating the camera without halting water supply, and information about the movement and rotation of the camera can be produced. A problem of discontinuance of using the whole pipe due to photographing of the interior of the pipe can be prevented. The camera can accurately photograph respective portions in the pipe by precisely moving forward/backward and rotating left/right or up/down. Since information about a practical position in the pipe with respect to the photographed image is provided, a user can accurately grasp a defect-position in the pipe, and can easily control the camera.

Abstract: The present invention provides an adapter device to which a small video camera can easily be attached.

Abstract: An adjustable mount is disclosed for securing a piece of equipment 12 to another member. The adjustable mount includes a first member attachable to the other member and an elongated member secured at one end to the first member. A sphere is attached to the opposite end of the elongated member. A pair of plates is aligned parallel to one another and is spaced apart by a set distance. Each of the pair of plates has an aperture formed therein which is sized to mate with a portion of the sphere to enable the pair of plates to rotate, pivot and/or swivel on the sphere. The adjustable mount further includes a support structure secured to the pair of plates which is capable of having a piece of equipment 12 attached thereto. Lastly, the adjustable mount includes an adjustment mechanism capable of changing the set distance between the pair of plates.

Abstract: A modular pan and tilt system includes a combination of inline and/or right angle rotational platforms. The platforms each include a housing having a cross-section of uniform dimensions extending from a first end toward a second end and a drive motor mounted within the housing having an output shaft parallel to a long axis of the housing. A mounting plate is driven at an axis of rotation by the output shaft and has at least one attachment fixture for securing the mounting plate to equipment for positioning or a mounting surface. The right angle platform includes a right angle drive gear train attached to the output shaft. A clamping block has two pair of parallel mounting holes mounted at right angles to each other. The mounting holes are sized and shaped to fit slidably about the housings. A securing fixture holds the housings in any two of the mounting holes.

Abstract: In various embodiments, a High Definition (HD) camera may be controlled by one or more motors in a base of the HD camera. Cables and other components may be used to manipulate the camera lens through the side arms of the HD camera. Putting the motors in the base may reduce the size of the outer case of the HD camera and add stability. In some embodiments, images from the HD camera may be converted into a serialized stream and transported over a cable from the lens through a center shaft of the HD camera. Other components may also be used to increase the functionality of the HD camera. In some embodiments, a camera support mechanism may be provided to couple a camera to a display. The camera support mechanism may include a front lip and rear leg to hold camera in place.

Abstract: A hand-held photographic support system consists of a telescoping shaft having an elongated handle at a first end, and a camera platform at a second end. A view screen is positioned on the handle. A camera positioned on the camera platform is in communication with the view screen, so that a user may view on the view screen images seen by the camera when positioned remotely from the user on the telescoping shaft in an extended positioned. In one embodiment, the system may be coupled to a second support device, such as a tripod or monopod.

Abstract: A document camera includes a base, a first arm, a second arm, and a camera head assembly. The base includes control electronics. The first arm is connected at a first end to a side of the base utilizing a first hinge. The second arm is connected at a first end to a second end of the first arm utilizing the second hinge. The camera head assembly is connected at a first end to a second end of the second arm utilizing the third hinge. The camera head assembly includes a lens adjuster and an imaging sensor and movement of the lens adjuster changes an orientation of the imaging sensor. The first side of the first arm is connected to a first side of the base and a second side of the first arm is connected to the second hinge.

Abstract: An electronic device includes an array. In one embodiment, a process for forming an electronic device includes the array, which includes electronic components, can include printing one or more layers as a series of segments onto a workpiece. In one embodiment, a process includes printing a layer onto the workpiece and at least one exposed portion of the chuck. In still another embodiment, a printing head is greater than 0.5 mm from the workpiece. In a further embodiment, “hybrid” printing can be used to help form a thicker layer having a relatively thinner width. In a further embodiment, processes can be used to reduce the likelihood of a stitching defect, nonuniformity of a layer across an array, or a combination thereof. A printing apparatus can be modified to achieve more flexibility in liquid compositions, temperatures or other conditions used in printing a layer.

Abstract: A pan head apparatus includes a head unit for mounting a camera, a base unit having a stationary portion, a rotating mechanism, and a rotary portion which is rotated with respect to the stationary portion by the rotating mechanism, and a connecting member which pivotally connects the head unit and the rotary portion of the base unit. In addition, a detector detects whether or not the head unit is set in an upright state with respect to the base unit by pivot motion of the connecting member. When the detector detects that the head unit is upright, rotation of the rotary portion by the rotating mechanism is permitted.

Abstract: A surveillance system is provided including a platform having a plurality and variety of cameras or sensors mounted thereto, and a base enclosure adapted to accommodate a power supply, a variety of electronics and other equipment for controlling and providing power to the surveillance equipment. The base is constructed to be tamper resistant and immovable by manual means. A substantially hollow support pole includes a lower portion detachably mounted to the base, and an upper portion mounted to the platform. Wires and cables for connecting the surveillance equipment with the electronics and power supply are run through the support pole. Power to the system may be supplied through existing power sources, for example a 120V power source. A current breaker secured in an environmentally protected housing on the exterior of the surveillance system connected to the power supply and the electronics and surveillance equipment.

Abstract: A bracket suitable for supporting a flash.

Abstract: Apparatuses and systems for supporting and positioning cameras and other equipment are disclosed herein. An apparatus for supporting a camera in accordance with one embodiment of the invention can include one or more bendable support members extending from a camera holding portion. In this embodiment, each of the bendable support members includes a plurality of shaped portions arranged on an elongate, bendable core. Each of the shaped portions can include a plurality of gripping features on an exterior surface thereof.

Abstract: A tripod device and system for mounting a camera and tracking movable objects includes a base with a camera mount, a processor, a user interface, actuators for rotating and tilting the camera mount, and a plurality of pendants. Each pendant includes a transmitter for transmitting a unique signal for receipt by a receiver in communication with the processor. The processor includes programming for determining the direction of a signaling pendant and for moving the camera mount to follow a selected pendant. The user interface enables a user to select a mode of operation, such as tracking a selected pendant, alternating between two or more pendants, or facing an area having the most pendants. Each pendant includes a receiver and a visual indicator for indicating when it is the active subject pendant. This invention provides for taping a birthday party having multiple persons to be taped according to selected modes.

Abstract: Apparatuses and systems for supporting and positioning cameras and other equipment are disclosed herein. An apparatus for supporting a camera in accordance with one embodiment of the invention can include one or more bendable support members extending from a camera holding portion. In this embodiment, each of the bendable support members includes a plurality of shaped portions arranged on an elongate, bendable core. Each of the shaped portions can include a plurality of protrusions on an exterior surface thereof.

Abstract: A light weight camera mounting assembly allowing for tilt and pan of a camera through a significant portion of a spherical rang of view with minimal parts count, minimal weight and minimal weight in the rotated portion of the assembly. A retraction/extension assembly for a light weight camera with minimal weight and complexity. Doors which open to allow a camera to extend beyond the surface of a vehicle and close to protect the camera and allow for landing of the vehicle without external skids.