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SECTION I - CLASS DEFINITION
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE CLASS SUBJECT MATTER
A. This class provides for photographic apparatus not classified elsewhere, generally for recording a picture made by a source of light on a photographic medium.
B. This class also includes fluid-treating apparatus for development of film.
C. This class will not receive for original placement a patent claiming alternative embodiments, one of a type proper for this class and one of a type related to another recording class. Patents claiming alternative embodiments will be placed in the class that provides for the alternative and crossed in the appropriate subclass in this class. This class will receive a patent disclosing two types of recording devices when the claims are general or related to this class.
D. Subcombinations of picture recording apparatus not otherwise provided for, such as a removable film-holder unit, hood, camera housing, and camera setting indicator or legend, are classified here.
E. Also classified here are certain accessories related to photography not otherwise provided for such as studio structure (e.g., background, photographic model, or support, etc.), camera mounting or rest, camera attachment (e.g., a vignetter), retouching, or burnishing device.
F. Nonchemical processes involving photographic apparatus of sections A-E, Class Definition, General Statement of the Class Subject Matter, above (e.g., operating such apparatus) are included in this class. See References to Other Classes, below, for processes of radiation imagery chemistry.
SECTION II - LINES WITH OTHER CLASSES AND WITHIN THIS CLASS
Excluded from Class 396 is subject matter relating to image recording of an original or carrier which is developed by toner and video cameras utilizing a semiconductive or CCD device. Such subject matter may be found elsewhere. See below for the line between Class 396 and Class 348.
LINE BETWEEN CLASS 396 and CLASS 348
Class 396 will receive for original placement a patent disclosing both Class 396 and Class 348 devices when the claims are general or directed only towards Class 396 subject matter and are otherwise proper therefor.
Class 396 will not receive for original placement a patent claiming alternative embodiments, one of a type proper for Class 396 and one of a type proper for Class 348. Such a patent should be classified as an original in Class 348 and crossed into the appropriate subclass in Class 396.
Similar placement applies to a claim reciting a combination of Class 348 and Class 396 subject matter. The original is classified in Class 348 with a cross to Class 396 except where Class 348 subject matter merely provides a perfecting feature of a Class 396 type camera or camera system. In that case, the original is classified in Class 396.
(1) Note. Class 396, subclasses 429+ will accept a combination of a Class 396 type camera and a diverse art device where such combination is not otherwise provided for. For classification purposes above, the recitation of an "image sensor," "image pickup device," or the like that generates an image representative electrical signal which may be subsequently processed or displayed, or the positive recitation of a "video camera" in a claim is considered to be Class 348 subject matter if otherwise proper therefor. OBJECT ILLUMINATION SUBCOMBINATIONS CLASSIFIED ELSEWHERE Artificial light sources, per se, may be distinguished as being either noncombustible or combustible. Noncombustible incandescent lamps, where the filament is not intended to be burned or consumed and for gas discharge lamps of the "electronic flash" type are classified elsewhere. See References to Other Classes, below. The combination of a Class 313 light source and the electrical circuitry for energizing the same are classified elsewhere. See References to Other Classes, below. Circuits of general utility for igniting combustible or explosive devices, such as rockets or dynamite are classified elsewhere. See References to Other Classes, below. The combination of an artificial light source with a protector, support or distributor, and photographic lights are classified elsewhere. See References to Other Classes, below. Combustible illuminating flash devices such as photographic bulbs, and electrical circuitry for electrically igniting a combustible light source are classified elsewhere. See References to Other Classes, below. |
(1) Note. This class (396) provides for the combination of an illumination device and essential camera structure other than a mere recitation of a "camera housing wall". FLUID-TREATING APPARATUS CLASSIFIED ELSEWHERE Class 34, Drying and Gas or Vapor Contact With Solids, is the generic class for the contacting of solids with either, or both, gases or vapors. Class 34 provides for the apparatus which merely claims a gas generator, such as ammonia, with means for containing the gas for treating "photographic" material and may include means for handling or feeding the material in or into the gas treatment area. The inclusion of heating means for vaporizing liquid or solid ammoniated compounds to release ammonia gas or vapor does not preclude classification in Class 34. Class 134, Cleaning and Liquid Contact With Solids, is the generic class for apparatus for contacting solids with liquids for any purpose not provided for in other classes. The Class 134 definitions should be referred to for the classification of patents directed to subcombinations of fluid treating apparatus. The combinations of photocopying apparatus and developing apparatus are classified elsewhere. See References to Other Classes, below. Mixing chambers of the print washer-type including specified feed means without a separate work holder where turbulence or agitation will inherently occur during normal usage are classified elsewhere. See References to Other Classes, below. |
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Note. This class (396) provides
for gas treatment of claimed specific material such as "diazo" sheet
material. See Subclass References to the Current Class, below.
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(1) Note. This class (396) provides for a camera which includes a detailed light-excluding case, casing, or housing. See Subclass References to the Current Class, below. FOREIGN ART COLLECTIONS IN CLASS 396 In establishing new Class 396, only a portion of the foreign patents/nonpatent literature from old Class 354 was reclassified along with the U.S. patents into subclasses 1-661 of the new Class 396 schedule. Those Class 354 subclasses with foreign patents/nonpatent literature which were not reclassified into subclasses 1-661 of Class 396 had these documents transferred directly to equivalent foreign art collections maintaining their original titles and positioning. Those Class 354 subclasses with foreign patents/nonpatent literature which were reclassified into subclasses 1-661 of Class 396 have no equivalent foreign art collections. The Class 396 subclasses having associated foreign patent/nonpatent literature are as follows: 1-5, 14-47, 207-209, 246-256, 268-276, 281-296, 301-309, 322-350, 429-434, 438, 505-563, and 661. The foreign art collections in Class 396 (subclasses FOR 700 - FOR 971) are intended only for receiving foreign patents/nonpatent literature. In subclasses 1-661, references to foreign art collections under "SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS" are intended only as a guide and consideration should be given to the remaining set of foreign art collections in completing a search. Definitions of the foreign art collections were excerpted from the corresponding Class 354 subclass definitions. |
SECTION III - SUBCLASS REFERENCES TO THE CURRENT CLASS
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30+, | for the combination of a camera and developing apparatus not limited to photocopying. |
535+, | provide for a camera which includes a detailed light-excluding case, casing, or housing. |
579, | for gas treatment of claimed specific material such as "diazo" sheet material. |
580+, | for fluid treating apparatus for treating superimposed or laminar sheets. |
589+, | for the combination of fluid treating apparatus and a dark cabinet wherein the light-excluding features are claimed. |
SECTION IV - REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES
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15, | Brushing, Scrubbing, and General Cleaning, subclass 100 for wiping-type, photographic-film cleaners. |
33, | Geometrical Instruments, subclass 266 for a straight line light ray geometrical instrument which is camera mounted, subclass 314 for impressing an indication of a borehole direction or inclination on a photosensitive record, subclass 334 for an indicator of the direction of force traversing a natural medium which is structurally installed on a camera and related to a feature thereof, and subclass 615 for a contact member which facilitates the positioning of a photographic element or element holder at a desired spacing with respect to a support. |
34, | Drying and Gas or Vapor Contact With Solids, is the generic class for the contacting of solids with either, or both, gases or vapors. Class 34 provides for the apparatus which merely claims a gas generator, such as ammonia, with means for containing the gas for treating "photographic" material and may include means for handling or feeding the material in or into the gas treatment area. The inclusion of heating means for vaporizing liquid or solid ammoniated compounds to release ammonia gas or vapor does not preclude classification in Class 34. |
40, | Card, Picture, or Sign Exhibiting, subclasses 361+ for a photographic transparency viewer. |
73, | Measuring and Testing, subclasses 1.42+ for camera shutter proving or calibrating. |
74, | Machine Element or Mechanism, appropriate subclasses for an element of a camera; e.g., gear, cam, etc. |
75, | Specialized Metallurgical Processes, Compositions for Use Therein, Consolidated Metal Powder Compositions, and Loose Metal Particulate Mixtures, subclass 417 for processes producing free metal from photographic waste at 300 degrees Centigrade or greater combined with a step at less than 300 degrees Centigrade and using a liquid nonmetallic material, subclass 635 for processes recovering silver from photographic material at 300 degrees Centigrade or greater, and subclass 713 for processes producing free metal from photographic material below 300 degrees Centigrade using a liquid nonmetallic material. |
83, | Cutting, subclass 948 for a Cross-reference Art Collection relating to photographic film cutting. |
116, | Signals and Indicators, subclass 213 for an indicator with a camera merely providing support. |
134, | Cleaning and Liquid Contact With Solids, subclass 64 for apparatus exhibiting liquid contact with a longitudinally travelling strip (e.g., photographic) where there are sequential work-treating stations or a station with means to transfer work or fluid-applying devices, and subclass 122 for apparatus exhibiting liquid contact with a longitudinally travelling strip (e.g., photographic). Class 134, is the generic class for apparatus for contacting solids with liquids for any purpose not provided for in other classes. The Class 134 definitions should be referred to for the classification of patents directed to subcombinations of fluid treating apparatus. |
156, | Adhesive Bonding and Miscellaneous Chemical Manufacture, subclass 58 for miscellaneous chemical manufacturing methods of contour or profile photography to reproduce a three-dimensional object. |
178, | Telegraphy, subclass 15 and 90, for telegraphy including a photographic operation. |
206, | Special Receptacle or Package, subclass 316.2 for a special camera receptacle or package receptacles particularly constructed to contain a camera such as having a special shape and interior arrangement provided with shelves, racks, or arrangements of clasps or retaining devices for holding a camera. . |
224, | Package and Article Carriers, provides for devices for carrying a camera wherein means are provided that are especially adapted to be supported upon a person"s body; subclass 908 for a Cross-reference Art Collection relating to a photographic (e.g., camera) carrier. |
235, | Registers, subclass 64.7 for a mechanical photographic calculator, and subclass 91 for a device (e.g., photograph) operated register. |
242, | Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding, subclasses 324+ for an unwinding and rewinding coil-to-coil machine convertible information carrier (e.g., magnetic tape or photographic film, etc.) cartridge system, or subclasses 615+ for a residual guide or guard that directs elongated flexible material that may be combined with more than one nominal winding structure. |
248, | Supports, appropriate subclasses, for a device which carries the weight of an article or otherwise holds or steadies it against the pull of gravity, and a device for holding an article to its support. |
250, | Radiant Energy, subclass 214 for a special photocell or electron tube circuit (including photographic control), subclasses 363.02+ for a luminophor body scanner or camera with radiant energy source, subclasses 475.2+ for photographic-type detection of invisible radiation, and subclasses 580+ for the making of a photograph by invisible radiation generally. A camera or part thereof which may be used to take a photograph by visible light as well as by ultraviolet or infrared rays is in Class 396. Picture making by a Class 250 device combined with a Class 396 device is provided for in Class 250. |
252, | Compositions, subclasses 582+ for optical filter composition and optical filter defined only in terms of its composition. |
283, | Printed Matter, subclass 77 for a photographic personal identifier with revealable concealed information, and subclass 112 for a photograph and revealable concealed information which is plastic laminated. |
292, | Closure Fasteners, Digest 48, for a camera cover fastener. |
294, | Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, subclass 139 for an optical instrument support per se to be gripped and carried by hand. |
312, | Supports: Cabinet Structure, subclass 10.1 , provides for cabinet structure designed to house picture machines or films or other highly inflammable material and subclasses 21+ provide cabinets for housing and supporting instruments so that relative guided motion between the instrument and the cabinet structure results in placement of the instrument in a position exposed for use or in a position as for storage, out of the way in cabinet structure. Some of the patents include the instrument housed by name only but in general if any instrument structure is recited, the combination is classified with the instrument. |
313, | Electric Lamp and Discharge Devices, for noncombustible incandescent lamps, where the filament is not intended to be burned or consumed and for gas discharge lamps of the "electronic flash" type. |
315, | Electric Lamp and Discharge Devices: Systems, provides for the combination of a Class 313 light source and the electrical circuitry for energizing the same. |
340, | Communications: Electrical, subclass 937 for a vehicle detector with camera. |
342, | Communications, Directive Radio Wave Systems and Devices (e.g., RADAR, Radio Navigation), subclass 66 for a directive radio wave system where the return signal controls a camera. |
346, | Recorders, particularly subclasses 107.1+ for the subject matter of that class combined with a photographic step or apparatus. |
348, | Television, appropriate subclasses and particularly subclasses 272+ and 294+ for an electronic camera with a semiconductor matrix in place of film or a CCD device. |
351, | Optics: Eye Examining, Vision Testing and Correcting, subclasses 206+ for an eye examining instrument with eye photography. |
352, | Optics: Motion Pictures, appropriate subclasses for motion picture method or apparatus, especially subclass 51 for methods of recording a series of drawings using photographic images as guides, subclass 137 for a motion picture camera structurally convertible to a still camera, and subclass 169 for a motion picture camera which can selectively record a single frame. |
353, | Optics: Image Projectors, subclasses 5+ for a projection system for mapping or aerial photograph rectifying. |
355, | Photocopying, for photographically copying information from an original or carrier that is not classified elsewhere, while generally employing a concentrated source of light and an image receiving medium with a photosensitive emulsion surface; subclasses 27+ , 100, and 106+ for combinations of photocopying apparatus and developing apparatus. |
356, | Optics: Measuring and Testing, appropriate subclasses for measuring or testing combined with photographic recording provided for there, subclass 3 for rangefinder, subclasses 213+ for photometers, subclass 302 for dispersed light spectroscopy using a photographic medium, subclass 404 for photographic light wave frequency analysis, and subclasses 443+ for light transmission or absorption analysis of photographic film. |
358, | Facsimile and Static Presentation Processing, subclass 302 for facsimile photographic recording, subclass 527 for a color facsimile photographic previewer, and subclass 909.1 for a Cross-reference Art Collection related to an electronic still camera with a semiconductor matrix in place of film. |
359, | Optics: Systems (Including Communication) and Elements, appropriate subclasses for optical subcombinations of a camera, and subclass 564 for optical Fourier transform spatial filtering with photographic media. |
361, | Electricity: Electrical Systems and Devices, subclasses 248+ for circuits of general utility for igniting combustible or explosive devices, such as rockets or dynamite. |
362, | Illumination, for the combination of an artificial light source with a protector, support or distributor; subclasses 3+ specifically for photographic lights. |
366, | Agitating, subclass 166 provides for mixing chambers of the print washer-type including specified feed means without a separate work holder where turbulence or agitation will inherently occur during normal usage. |
369, | Dynamic Information Storage or Retrieval, subclass 125 for dynamic information storage or retrieval having a photographic storage medium. |
378, | X-Ray or Gamma Ray Systems or Devices, appropriate subclasses, particularly subclasses 167+ for methods and apparatus for making pictures of animate and inanimate objects by the action of X-rays and gamma rays. |
386, | Motion Video Signal Processing for Recording or Reproducing, appropriate subclasses for recording television or video signal. |
399, | Electrophotography, subclasses 9+ for diagnostics, subclasses 38+ for controls, subclasses 130+ for image formation, subclasses 168+ for charging, subclasses 177+ for exposure, subclasses 222+ for development, subclasses 237+ for liquid development; subclasses 297+ for transfer, subclasses 320+ for fixing, subclasses 343+ for cleaning, and subclasses 361+ for document handling. |
427, | Coating Processes, appropriate subclasses for the method of making a filter by coating. |
428, | Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, subclasses 98+ for a structurally defined developed film or photographic print, subclasses 195+ for a structurally defined sheet with discontinuous or differential coating such as a retouched photograph, subclasses 221+ for a developed film or photographic print in which an element or component is structurally defined, and subclasses 411.1 for a developed film or photographic print defined merely by the composition of its layers. |
430, | Radiation Imagery Chemistry: Process, Composition, or Product Thereof, appropriate subclasses for radiation imagery chemistry involving process, composition, and product. |
431, | Combustion, subclasses 357+ for combustible illuminating flash devices such as photographic bulbs, and subclass 362 provides for electrical circuitry for electrically igniting a combustible light source. |
446, | Amusement Devices: Toys, subclass 408 for a simulated camera toy providing a sound. |
493, | Manufacturing Container or Tube From Paper; or Other Manufacturing From a Sheet or Web, subclasses 53+ for rigid container making with photographic reproduction, subclasses 187+ for pliable container making with photographic reproduction, and subclass 270 for tube making with photographic reproduction, and subclasses 320+ for manufacturing from a sheet or web with photographic reproduction. |
536, | Organic Compounds, subclass 40 for recovering nitrated cellulose from photographic film, and subclass 78 for recovering cellulose acetate from photographic film. |
600, | Surgery, subclass 525 for electric heartbeat signal recording using a CRT and camera. |
702, | Data Processing: Measuring, Calibrating, or Testing, subclasses 182+ for performance or efficiency evaluation. |
D16, | Photography and Optical Equipment, subclasses 200+ for design patents relating to cameras or bodies therefor, and subclasses 237+ for design patents relating to photographic accessories. |
D21, | Games, Toys, and Sports Goods, subclass 514 for design patents relating to toy cameras and photographic type toys. |
SECTION V - GLOSSARY
APERTURE
An aperture is an opening in the camera through which light passes in order to expose a photographic medium.
APERTURE VALUE (Av)
Aperture value is a logarithmic number indicative of aperture size.
CAMERA
A camera is a device which, when actuated, uses light to record an image of an object which may be chemically developable to become visible. It generally includes (a) a light-tight enclosure, (b) a lens for forming an image of an object at an image plane, (c) a holder for a photographic medium at the image plane, (d) a device to control the light flux reaching the photographic medium, and (e) an opaque device selectively operable to pass light to a photographic medium for a period of time. See References to Other Classes, above (e.g., Classes 250 and 378), for information regarding picture-making devices of diverse energy spectra.
CAMERA STRUCTURE
Camera structure is that subcombination of a camera not otherwise provided for in another class.
DEVELOPING APPARATUS
Developing apparatus is that which makes a photographic image visible.
DIAPHRAGM
A diaphragm is a device to change the light flux passing through the aperture.
EXPOSURE
Exposure is the act of allowing light to reach the photographic medium.
EXPOSURE CONTROL CIRCUIT
An exposure control circuit is an electronic circuit to control the exposure.
EXPOSURE OBJECTIVE
An exposure objective is an objective that focuses light from the object onto a photographic medium.
EXPOSURE SYSTEM
An exposure system is one that has means to regulate or adjust an amount of light reaching the photographic medium.
EXPOSURE TIME
Exposure time is the length of time an exposure occurs.
EXPOSURE TIME VALUE (Tv)
Exposure time value is a logarithmic number indicative of exposure time.
EXPOSURE VALUE (Ev)
Exposure value is the sum of the aperture value and exposure time value.
FLASH DEVICE
A flash device is a means to produce one or more bursts of light to provide scene illumination for exposure.
FOCUSING
Focusing is the act of obtaining a sharp image of a subject by adjusting a lens system.
FRAME
A frame is the space or area on a photographic medium normally occupied by one picture.
IN-FOCUS
An in-focus condition occurs when an object image attains its sharpness.
LIGHT FLUX
Light flux is the rate of light flow across a surface.
OBJECT (or SUBJECT)
An object or a subject refers to a person or thing within the scene to be recorded on a photographic medium.
OBJECTIVE
An objective is a lens that normally faces the object. See Class 359 for a more specific definition.
PHOTOGRAPHIC MEDIUM
A photographic medium is a material coated with a chemical that is photosensitive to actinic light.
RANGEFINDING
Rangefinding is the act of measuring the distance from a subject to the camera.
SCENE
A scene is the view to be recorded on a photographic medium.
SHUTTER
A shutter is a device for blocking or unblocking the passage of light for controlling the exposure time.
SUBCLASSES
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to assist in taking a photograph
which is not part of a camera or attached to a camera.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter comprising a self-contained, relatively small studio enclosure which permits automatic photography of an individual or small group. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter having means auxiliary to a primary object
which are included in a photograph to produce a scenic effect.
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![]() | Lighting: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter including detailed studio illuminating means.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Subject matter including structure for maintaining an object
at a desired position during studio photography.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter in which a camera body structure is loaded
with film at a factory and the entire structure is returned to the
factory for removal and processing of the film.
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![]() | AERIAL CAMERA: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein a camera is specifically adapted
for aerial photography or is combined with or specially adapted
for attachment to a support which is at a practically inaccessible
altitude or is combined with means specially adapted for controlling
exposures at inaccessible altitudes.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 7. Subject matter wherein the camera is intended to be mounted
on an air vehicle and has means for varying the speed of the shutter
or photographic medium feeding mechanism in response to a change
in the speed of the air vehicle.
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![]() | Simultaneous recording of plural images: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 7. Subject matter wherein two or more images are recorded at
the same time.
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![]() | Plural images recorded on plural film: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 9. Subject matter wherein the plural images are recorded on
separate photographic media.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 7. Subject matter wherein a film is shifted without interruption
during the recording of a single exposure.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 7. Subject matter including means for supporting the camera
against gravity.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Subject matter wherein the camera support has a stabilizing
system to compensate for the movement of the structure to which
the support is mounted.
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![]() | BODY EXAMINATION PHOTOGRAPHY: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein a camera is adapted to photograph a living being or portion thereof for subsequent identification or inspection. | |
![]() | Skin ridge pattern (e.g., fingerprint): | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter wherein a camera is adapted to photograph
distinctive elongated raised areas of a skin surface.
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![]() | Mouth, jaw, or tooth: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter wherein a camera is adapted for dental-type photography. | |
![]() | Endoscope: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter wherein a camera is attached to a device
which may be inserted within the body through a relatively small
opening.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 14. Subject matter wherein a camera is adapted to photograph
the exterior or interior of an eye.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein a camera is specifically adapted
for use in photographing the interior of a hollow cavity.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including camera structure wherein there
is relative motion between the lens and a light sensitive surface
in order to increase the angular extent of the view covered.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Subject matter which utilizes a mirrorlike element.
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![]() | Concave film surface: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Subject matter wherein a photographic medium surface is bent into the form of a partial cylinder and the exposure is made upon the inner cylindrical surface. | |
![]() | Convex film surface: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Subject matter wherein a photographic medium surface is bent into the form of a partial cylinder and exposure is made upon the outer cylindrical surface. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Subject matter including means to apply a force to photographic
medium surfaces to effect motion, and means which operates in time
relationship therewith to apply a force to the camera to effect
its motion during exposure.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein a camera is provided with means for
protection from liquid intrusion.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Subject matter which senses or changes gas or liquid pressure
in the immediate vicinity of the camera.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Subject matter including a camera portion readily separable
from a manually supported enclosure.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Subject matter including structure providing light to an
underwater object.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 25. Subject matter wherein the camera is manually supported.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having camera structure and developing means
which are enclosed in a light excluding case in which a photographic medium
may be subjected to one or more fluid-treating operations, such
as sensitizing, developing, etc.
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![]() | Including means to treat superimposed material: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 30. Subject matter wherein an image-exposed sheet or strip is
brought into contact with a second sheet or strip and means to treat
the sheet or strip with a fluid.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 31. Subject matter having means to apply a pressing force to
facilitate the dispensing of processing fluids to the image-exposed
sheet.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 32. Subject matter wherein the means to apply a pressing force
has a peripheral surface in the shape of a cylinder.
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![]() | Light shield: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Subject matter which includes light blocking at a photographic medium exit slot. | |
![]() | Tab: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Subject matter wherein a small projection from the side of a camera is pulled to provide motive force to remove a photographic medium therefrom. | |
![]() | Ejecting: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Subject matter which provides means to propel a photographic medium from the camera. | |
![]() | Having pick: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Subject matter having a claw member which moves a photographic medium into engagement with the ejecting means. | |
![]() | Exposed photographic medium engaging or holding: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Subject matter having means to handle or retain a photographic medium following exposure. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 38. Subject matter wherein the retaining means comprises a container attached to or an integral part of a camera. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Subject matter which recites particular mechanical structure
of the roller or drive mechanism therefor.
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![]() | Operating on rolled material: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Subject matter wherein one of the sheets or strips is wound into the form of a cylinder. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 30. Subject matter having a supply of treating fluid and including
means for dispensing said fluid onto light sensitive material.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 30. Subject matter having a receptacle or container for holding
the developing fluid.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 43. Subject matter including active means to propel light sensitive
material.
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![]() | Having tank filling means: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 44. Subject matter including a supply source of fluid and means for dispensing the fluid in the tank. | |
![]() | Operating on rolled photographic medium: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 44. Subject matter having a supply of light sensitive material wound into the form of a cylinder. | |
![]() | Plural tanks: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 44. Subject matter having two or more receptacles or containers. | |
![]() | CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR SEQUENCING AT LEAST THREE FUNCTIONS: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including a circuit to coordinate three or more major camera operations (e.g., coordination of focus operation, exposure control, and film advancing; coordination of self-timer operation, photometering, and focus operation; etc.). | |
![]() | SELF-ORGANIZING SYSTEM: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to self-organize previously
set camera parameters in order to make decisions about subsequent
camera settings.
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![]() | ATTITUDE SENSING: | ||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to detect orientation of a camera.
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![]() | EYE TRACKING: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to detect gaze direction or
visual axis of a camera operator"s eye.
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![]() | CAMERA SHAKE SENSING: | ||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to detect vibration of a camera.
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![]() | With accelerometer: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 52. Subject matter having a device that detects acceleration
of the camera.
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![]() | With photoarray: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 52. Subject matter having an array of photoelements to detect
the camera vibration.
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![]() | Having stabilization system: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 52. Subject matter having a means to compensate for vibration
of the camera.
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![]() | HAVING WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to control a camera from a distance
by electromagnetic signals or sound (e.g., voice).
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![]() | Camera system data/mode entry: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 56. Subject matter wherein the means sets camera parameters.
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![]() | Camera aiming: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 56. Subject matter wherein the means changes the camera field of view. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 56. Subject matter wherein the means starts an exposure cycle.
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![]() | PSEUDO ZOOM: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to designate and record the
location of a portion of a standard size photographic frame which,
during subsequent printing of such portion, simulates the use of
a variable focal length lens at the time of the original exposure.
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![]() | FLASH SYSTEM RESPONSIVE TO FOCAL LENGTH OR DISTANCE: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein an artificial illumination means
or a circuit controlling the artificial illumination means is adjusted
in accordance with the focal length of the exposure objective or
the distance from the camera to an object.
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![]() | Illumination angle responds to focal length or distance: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 61. Subject matter wherein an output light beam area of the
artificial light varies according to the focal length of the exposure
objective.
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![]() | EXPOSURE CONTROL SYSTEM RESPONSIVE TO FOCAL LENGTH: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein a shutter or diaphragm mechanism
is adjusted in accordance with the focal length of an exposure objective.
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![]() | Control of full open aperture value: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 63. Subject matter wherein the effective maximum aperture size is responsive to focal length. | |
![]() | EXPOSURE CONTROL SYSTEM RESPONSIVE TO DISTANCE: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including means to adjust a shutter or diaphragm
in accordance with the distance from the camera to an object.
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![]() | With linear solenoid or rotary motor: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 65. Subject matter wherein the adjusting means includes a prime
mover using electromotive force to produce a mechanical rotation
or translation.
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![]() | Electric distance signal: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 65. Subject matter including a circuit for producing a signal
indicative of the distance between the camera and an object.
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![]() | Selective guide number: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 65. Subject matter including a manually adjustable member to input to the adjusting means a value related to the light output capability of an illumination means. | |
![]() | Low light activated: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 65. Subject matter including means to detect the amount of scene light and to enable the adjusting means when the amount of scene light is below a preset level. | |
![]() | Having indicator: | ||
Subject matter under 65 including means to convey photographic
related information to the camera operator.
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![]() | HAVING LENS CONVERTER OR EXTENSION TUBE: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including a unit removably mounted to the
exposure objective which alters the focal length or permits closeup
photography.
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![]() | HAVING VARIABLE FOCAL LENGTH OF CAMERA OBJECTIVE: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having camera structure and means to change
the focal length of an exposure objective.
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![]() | Lens moves in or out of light path: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Subject matter wherein a lens may be inserted or removed
from the photographic light path.
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![]() | Turret type: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Subject matter including a rotating disc or table to insert or remove a lens from the photographic light path. | |
![]() | Motorized lens displacement: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Subject matter wherein the lens is moved in or out of the light path by a motor. | |
![]() | Manually selected preset zoom position or range: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Subject matter including a device to move the exposure objective to a memorized zoom position or within a zoom range manually chosen by a camera operator. | |
![]() | Automatic change of focal length: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Subject matter wherein the focal length of a camera objective is adjusted in accordance with a sensed condition without operator intervention. | |
![]() | Constant image size: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 77. Subject matter wherein the exposure objective is adjusted to maintain the size of an image unchanged (e.g., as the object moves further away or closer to the camera). | |
![]() | Having focus operation: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Subject matter including means to adjust the sharpness of
an object image for focus compensation.
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![]() | Including focus/distance detecting circuit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 79. Subject matter which has a circuit which produces a signal representative of a focus condition or range to an object. | |
![]() | And focal length responsive memory: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 80. Subject matter having an electronic static storage means
containing data used to maintain focus of the exposure objective
system as the focal length is varied.
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![]() | Focus position adjusted according to focal length: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 80. Subject matter wherein objective focusing is modified by a change in focal length. | |
![]() | Having mechanical interlock: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 79. Subject matter having a mechanical connection between compensator and variator elements of the exposure objective in order to maintain focus as the focal length is varied. | |
![]() | Having direct viewfinder: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Subject matter having a viewfinder with an optical path
separate from the optical path to the photosensitive medium.
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![]() | Power zoom: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Subject matter wherein a motor drives the exposure objective
to change focal length.
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![]() | Speed control or step driving: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Subject matter wherein the velocity of the exposure objective is regulated or where the exposure objective is moved in discrete increments. | |
![]() | Having position sensor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Subject matter which includes a device which detects the location of the exposure objective. | |
![]() | Having indicator: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 72. Subject matter having means to convey information to the
camera operator.
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![]() | WITH EXPOSURE OBJECTIVE FOCUSING MEANS, FOCUSING AID, OR RANGEFINDING MEANS: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means for adjusting the relative spacing
between an exposure objective and the photographic medium to alter a
sharpness of an object image; means for assisting a camera operator
in making a visual determination of image sharpness; or means for measuring
a distance from a camera to an object.
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![]() | Lens resetting: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having means to drive the exposure objective to an initial position. | |
![]() | Lens characteristic compensating: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having means to correct the focusing or rangefinding
means according to a condition (e.g., optical aberration, full open aperture,
etc.) of the exposure objective.
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![]() | By selecting effective photoelements: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 91. Subject matter including means to choose appropriate photosensitive
elements for a condition of the exposure objective.
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![]() | By modifying electric focus or drive signal: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 91. Subject matter including means to correct the data of a
focus condition signal of the exposure objective in accordance with
a desired in-focus condition signal.
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![]() | With mechanical rangefinder: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 91. Subject matter including means to alter an interconnection
between a nonelectrical device, which determines a distance from
a camera to an object, and an exposure objective to compensate for
exposure objectives having different characteristics.
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![]() | Having pursuit mode: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having a means to predict movement of the
object for focusing the exposure objective.
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![]() | Having accumulation photoarray and time control means: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having an array of photoelements that integrates
an amount of light received from the object over a time period for focusing
the object image and a means to vary the time period.
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![]() | Temperature compensating: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having a means to correct for changes in
the operation of the focusing or rangefinding means due to changes
in temperature of the surrounding atmosphere.
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![]() | Ambient light compensating: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having a means to correct for changes in the operation of the focusing or rangefinding means due to changes in light of a scene to be photographed. | |
![]() | With amplification control: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter wherein the means for focusing the exposure
objective includes a variable gain circuit.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having a light responsive element used for
another purpose besides focusing or rangefinding.
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![]() | With electronic filtering: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including a circuit for eliminating unwanted
components of a signal from the focusing or rangefinding means (e.g.,
spatial filtering, frequency filtering, etc.).
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![]() | Having in-focus threshold adjustable: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including a circuit for generating a variable reference signal representing adequate sharpness of an object image (e.g., an in-focus condition of an object image). | |
![]() | Manually selected preset focus position or range: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including a circuit to move the exposure
objective to a memorized focus position chosen by the camera operator
or within a manually chosen focus range.
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![]() | Reliability of focus/distance signal: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including a circuit for judging a performance of focusing or rangefinding. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter wherein the distance from the camera to the
object is determined by emitting or detecting sound.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter which includes an artificial illumination
source.
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![]() | Intersecting focusing lights: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Subject matter having means to project light rays from two
separate stations within the camera to a common point on the object
for focusing or rangefinding.
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![]() | Intensity control: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Subject matter having means to adjust the brightness of
the artificial illumination source.
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![]() | Having plural emitters: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Subject matter having more than one artificial illumination
source.
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![]() | Scanning emitter: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 106. Subject matter wherein the artificial illumination source emits light rays that move across the object. | |
![]() | Optical detail with photoelement system: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including a photoelement system and a specific
light-modifying means used to control focusing or rangefinding.
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![]() | Double wedge prism: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the light modifying means includes
at least two triangular shaped refracting elements.
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![]() | Microprism or lenslet: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the light modifying means includes
an array of refracting elements producing a plurality of identical
images.
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![]() | Dual reimage lens type: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the light modifying means includes two lenses behind the lens system for producing images of the object. | |
![]() | Photosensor area with unique edge pattern: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the photoelement system includes a photosensor area having a specific edge configuration (e.g., a sawtooth, a curve, a ramp, etc.). | |
![]() | Scanning type: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the light modifying means includes
a moving optical element other than an exposure objective.
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![]() | Mirror type: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Subject matter wherein the moving optical element is reflective.
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![]() | Moving photocell: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the photoelement system is moved.
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![]() | Photoelements with different optical path lengths: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the photoelement system includes
photoelements located at different distances from the exposure objective.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 111. Subject matter wherein the photoelement system is a light
receiving element which can produce two or more current outputs
upon receiving light from an object.
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![]() | Plural focusing or rangefinding areas: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including a circuit that obtains data from more than one object area for focusing or rangefinding. | |
![]() | Utilizing weight coefficients: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter having a circuit to assign a priority factor
to each datum of the obtained data.
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![]() | Automatic area selection: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Subject matter wherein the object area is selected by a
device using an algorithm for determining whether or not the object
area is in focus.
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![]() | Single focus area with variable size or location: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having a photoarray and means for selecting a subset of the photoarray to perform focusing or rangefinding. | |
![]() | Processing circuit: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including details of an analyzing circuit
that generates at least one signal for focusing or rangefinding.
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![]() | Null type or zero-difference type: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 125. Subject matter wherein the processing circuit generates
two signals and detects an in focus condition when the two signals
are essentially equal in magnitude.
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![]() | Inflection point type: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 125. Subject matter wherein the processing circuit generates
a signal and detects an in-focus condition when the signal is at
a relative maximum or minimum magnitude (i.e., when the first derivative
of the signal function becomes zero).
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![]() | Image correlation type: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 125. Subject matter wherein the processing circuit generates two image signals and determines the phase difference of the image signals for focusing or rangefinding. | |
![]() | Power supply control: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter wherein the means for adjusting an exposure
objective includes details of an electrical power generation, regulation,
or control circuitry.
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![]() | Focus lock: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including means to stop further focusing or rangefinding once an in focus condition of the object is obtained to allow a camera operator to change an area of a scene to be photographed while maintaining the in focus condition. | |
![]() | Manually actuated power focus: | ||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter wherein the means for adjusting the exposure
objective includes a manually manipulated member (e.g. lever, dial,
knob, push button) and a motor (spring or electrical type) responding
to the manually manipulated member for displacing the exposure objective for
focusing.
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![]() | Dual purpose motor: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having a single motor for adjusting the exposure objective and for controlling an exposure system. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter wherein the means for adjusting the exposure
objective includes a circuit and a motor, or details of the motor
structure, responding to the circuit for displacing the exposure
objective. (e.g. motor drive control circuit, piezoelectric motor,
wave motor).
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![]() | Backlash or jam detection: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 133. Subject matter which includes means to correct a deviation that occurs in the displacement of the exposure objective or to detect a malfunction of the exposure objective adjusting means. | |
![]() | Speed control: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 133. Subject matter having means to control the rate of motion of the motor. | |
![]() | Duty cycle: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 135. Subject matter wherein the speed of the motor is controlled by varying the percentage of time that power is applied to the motor during a periodic power cycle. | |
![]() | Auto/manual mode selection: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having means to choose between automatic or manual focusing or rangefinding. | |
![]() | Mechanical rangefinder: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including nonelectrical means to measure
the distance from the camera to the object.
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![]() | Rangefinder coupled with focusing: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 138. Subject matter wherein the mechanical rangefinder is connected
to the exposure objective and both are moved simultaneously for focusing.
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![]() | Having parallax correction: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 139. Subject matter including means to correct for the difference
between an actual view covered by the exposure objective and an
apparent view seen by the mechanical rangefinder.
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![]() | Having viewfinder: | ||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 139. Subject matter including an optical device attached to or
part of a camera to indicate an extent of a scene to be photographed.
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![]() | Cam means to actuate rangefinder: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 139. Subject matter wherein the mechanical rangefinder and the
exposure objective are moved by a cam/follower mechanism.
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![]() | Lever means to actuate rangefinder: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 139. Subject matter wherein the mechanical rangefinder and the
exposure objective are moved by a lever/fulcrum mechanism.
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![]() | Mechanical mechanism for displacement of exposure objective: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having mechanical means (e.g., gear train,
lever) for moving the exposure objective to obtain a sharp image.
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![]() | Bed or bellows type: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 144. Subject matter including a flat platform upon which the
exposure objective moves or a pleated expandable element between
the exposure objective and the camera body.
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![]() | Having lock mechanism: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 144. Subject matter including a means to prevent accidental movement
of the exposure objective.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter having means to convey focusing or rangefinding
information to a camera operator.
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![]() | Having viewfinder: | ||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 89. Subject matter including an optical device attached to or
part of the camera to indicate an extent of a scene to be photographed.
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![]() | Having parallax correction: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 148. Subject matter including means to correct for a difference
between an actual view covered by the exposure objective and an
apparent view seen by the viewfinder.
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![]() | Including focusing screen: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 148. Subject matter including an optical device having a surface
upon which a scene image formed by the exposure objective can be
seen.
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![]() | Film and focusing screen interchangeable: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 150. Subject matter wherein the focusing screen and a photographic
medium are successively brought into a same position relative to
the exposure objective.
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![]() | And reflector or refractor: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 150. Subject matter including an optical device that turns back
or bends light (e.g., mirror or prism), behind the exposure objective
for directing light to the focusing screen.
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![]() | OBJECT MOTION DETECTION: | ||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein movement of a photographic subject
is sensed.
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![]() | FORESHOOTING: |
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including means to partially expose a photographic medium prior to the main picture taking exposure in order to modify photographic medium sensitivity. | |
![]() | WITH OBJECT ILLUMINATION FOR EXPOSURE: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to illuminate an object with
artificial light (illumination means; e.g., a flash device) for
exposure purposes in combination with a camera structure.
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![]() | With Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter having an IGBT connected in series with an
illumination means circuit and used to control the start and termination
of the artificial light producing from the illumination means.
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![]() | Having preexposure illumination: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter in which the illumination means operates
a first time to illuminate the object for a preparatory photographic
operation prior to exposure and operates a second time to illuminate
the object for exposure.
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![]() | For red-eye reduction: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 157. Subject matter wherein the preparatory photographic operation is to decrease the pupil size of a subject"s eyes to minimize having the color of a subject"s eyes appear red in the developed picture (e.g., red-eye effect). | |
![]() | Having artificial illumination termination control: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter having a means to stop the illumination means
from producing light whenever a proper amount of illumination has
been given to the object.
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![]() | Including multipurpose terminal: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Subject matter having a detailed terminal which connects an illumination means to a camera body and through which plural distinct control signals are transmitted in either direction. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Subject matter having a circuit to control an exposure system
(e.g., shutter or diaphragm).
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![]() | Having photocell optical path structure: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Subject matter wherein the termination control includes
a photocell and an optical means for conducting, directing, or modifying
light reaching the photocell.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Subject matter having a means to convey information to a
camera operator.
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![]() | Variable intensity control: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter having a means to adjust the brightness of
the artificial light from the illumination means.
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![]() | Activated under low light condition: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter in which the illumination means is automatically
enabled whenever scene light is insufficient for a proper exposure.
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![]() | Exposure control circuit with illumination mode: | ||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter in which a circuit controlling a shutter
or a diaphragm (i.e., exposure control circuit) is modified when
the illumination means is intended to be used.
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![]() | Exposure control circuit responsive to illumination source readiness: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 166. Subject matter having means to detect when the illumination means is enabled in order to automatically switch the shutter or diaphragm control circuit to the illumination mode of operation. | |
![]() | Program mode function: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 166. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit automatically
determines both an aperture value and exposure time value in accordance
with a scene illumination (i.e., no manual setting of the aperture
value or exposure time is required).
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This subclass is indented under subclass 166. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit adjusts
an exposure time value to control a shutter only.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 166. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit adjusts
an aperture value to control a diaphragm only.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter in which a photoelement responds to a burst
of light for starting an illumination means (a flash operation)
or for starting the exposure system.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter wherein a photoelement receives the artificial
light directly from the illumination means to measure the light
output of the illumination means.
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![]() | Multiple flashing from a single unit for a single exposure: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter in which one flash device operates more than one time during one exposure. | |
![]() | Bounce type: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter in which the illumination means rotates about an axis to make the artificial light reflect from a surface, such as a ceiling, to the object to more fully diffuse the artificial light. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter wherein the illumination means includes means
to change the cross-section area of the artificial light beam.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter wherein the illumination means and a camera
body are constructed as a single integrated unit.
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![]() | Pop-up flash: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 176. Subject matter wherein the single integrated unit includes a spring or a motor to extend the illumination means from the camera body. | |
![]() | Folding flash: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 176. Subject matter wherein the illumination means is manually
collapsed and extended from the camera body.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter including an all mechanical device to adjust
an aperture size or an exposure time when the illumination means
is enabled.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter including means to actuate the illumination
means in timed relationship with an exposure.
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![]() | Shutter controlled by explosive force of flash device: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter wherein a flash device includes a combustible
material the ignition of which provides a mechanical force to open
or close a shutter.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter including more than one illumination means
actuated during a single exposure.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter including electromagnetic means to actuate
or release a shutter.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter including gas pressure means to actuate a
shutter.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter including an electromechanical transducer
which produces electric current for operating the illumination means.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter including a reflex mirror which closes a
switch for activating the illumination means when it moves from
a viewing position to an exposure position.
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![]() | Having time delay adjustment means: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter including means to alter the starting time
of the illumination means with respect to an initiation of shutter
opening.
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![]() | Positional: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Subject matter wherein a mechanical device is displaced
for altering the starting time of the illumination means with respect
to the initiation of shutter opening.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter wherein the means to actuate the illumination
means in timed relationship with the exposure can be disconnected
from the camera.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter including means for changing from one type
of illumination means to another.
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![]() | Percussive illumination source: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter wherein the illumination means includes combustible
illuminating material which is ignited by a mechanical striking
blow.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter wherein the illumination means includes extra
flash bulbs which are automatically substituted for flash bulbs
that have already been activated or are defective and which cannot
produce light (e.g., flashcubes, flipflash, etc.).
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![]() | Having unison film advancing and lamp switching: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 192. Subject matter including means for coordinating an advance
of a photographic medium (film) with the automatic substitution
of the extra flash bulbs.
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![]() | Curtain shutter: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter wherein the camera structure includes a shutter
which is formed by a flexible sheet or curtain.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 180. Subject matter wherein the camera structure includes a shutter
and a switch responsive to the shutter movement for activating the
illumination means.
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![]() | Bulb ejector: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter including means to remove a flash bulb from its socket. | |
![]() | Bulb substitution: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter wherein the illumination means includes extra
flash bulbs which are automatically exchanged for flash bulbs that
have already been activated or are defective and which cannot produce
light (e.g., flashcubes, flipflash, etc.).
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![]() | Having adapter unit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter including an additional housing detachably mounted between the illumination means and the camera body to connect the illumination means to the camera. | |
![]() | Lens mounted illumination unit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter having a flash device attached onto an exposure objective (e.g., lens) of the camera. | |
![]() | Reflector detail: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter wherein the illumination means includes structure
of an optical element that turns back (i.e., reflects) the artificial
light from the illumination means to an object.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter having means to convey visible illumination
information to a camera operator.
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![]() | Go/no-go indicator: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Subject matter wherein the indicator informs a camera operator
that the illumination means is ready to produce light.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 202. Subject matter wherein the indicator shows a status of a
capacitor charge level or a battery level of the illumination means.
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![]() | Effective distance indicator: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Subject matter wherein the indicator shows a distance an
object should be from the camera for proper illumination of the
object.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 155. Subject matter including a specific structure of an electrical
power generation, regulation, distribution, or control circuitry
of the illumination means.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 205. Subject matter including means to step up or step down the direct voltage of the power supply. | |
![]() | EXPOSURE DATA FROM FILM CONTAINER: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein exposure data which is stored on
a photographic medium container is transferred to another camera
component.
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![]() | Electrical component on or in film container: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 207. Subject matter wherein the film container comprises an electrical circuit element. | |
![]() | Controlling optical filter: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 207. Subject matter wherein the exposure data is used to regulate
an optical path filter.
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![]() | EXPOSURE DATA FROM FILM ITSELF: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein exposure data stored directly on
a photographic medium is transferred to another camera component.
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![]() | EXPOSURE DATA FROM DETACHABLE MEMORY CARD: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein exposure data stored in a semiconductive
memory device which is itself removable from a camera is transferred
to another camera component.
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![]() | BULB OR TIME EXPOSURE MODE: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to keep the shutter open as
long as the shutter release button is depressed or to open the exposure
path upon the first depression of the shutter release button and
to close the exposure path upon the second depression.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having electric circuit means to control
a shutter, a diaphragm, or another optical element; e.g., a light
filter for regulating the amount of light reaching a photographic
medium or film.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter in which the shutter or the diaphragm responds
to a device sensing a deflected position of a galvanometer needle.
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![]() | To control exposure time: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 214. Subject matter in which the clamp or stop needle control device regulates exposure time of the shutter. | |
![]() | Override or manual control: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 214. Subject matter having camera operator manipulated means
to regulate the amount of light reaching the photographic medium
to supersede an automatic exposure control or independent of automatic
exposure control.
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![]() | Direct drive galvanometer control device: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter including a galvanometer having its rotation
directly transmitted to control the shutter or the diaphragm.
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![]() | Override or manual control: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 217. Subject matter having camera operator manipulated means
to regulate the amount of light reaching the photographic medium
to supersede automatic exposure control or independent of automatic
exposure control.
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![]() | Circuit detail: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 217. Subject matter in which the electric circuit means contains
another component (e.g., a switch, transistor, etc.) in addition
to a photocell or a battery.
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![]() | Plural blades: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 217. Subject matter wherein the shutter or the diaphragm comprises
more than one
blade.
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![]() | Responsive to power source condition: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having a means to avoid changes in the operation
of the exposure control means due to fluctuations in current or voltage
of a power source (e.g., voltage/current regulator).
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![]() | Bracketing: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having means to take a plurality of exposures at incremented exposure times or aperture values to obtain an intentional under, over, or proper exposure. | |
![]() | Override control: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having means to regulate the amount of light reaching the photographic medium to supersede automatic exposure control. | |
![]() | Photometer lock: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having means to allow a camera operator to store a value indicative of a scene brightness which will be used by the exposure control circuit during a future exposure (i.e., AE lock). | |
![]() | Color temperature compensation or detection: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having means to correct or sense a spectral
distribution of light reaching the photographic medium.
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![]() | Film latitude responsive: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit operates in accordance with a range of gray scale values or tonal values that can be recorded on the photographic medium; i.e., film latitude. | |
![]() | Maximum or minimum f-number responsive: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit takes
into account the smallest and largest aperture size of an exposure
objective.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit includes
means to convert a voltage or current to a voltage or current having
a logarithmic function.
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![]() | Digital: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 228. Subject matter in which a counter, a register, or CPU is
used in the transformation.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 228. Subject matter in which the logarithmic voltage or current
is transformed to its original value.
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![]() | Having temperature compensation circuit: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having a means to correct for changes in
the operation of the exposure control means due to changes in ambient
temperature.
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![]() | Viewfinder light compensation: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having a means to correct for changes in the operation of the exposure control means due to light entering a camera viewfinder eyepiece. | |
![]() | Having plural photocells: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter having more than one light responsive device
in the exposure control means.
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![]() | More than two photometering areas: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 233. Subject matter in which the light responsive device has
more than two discrete light responsive areas.
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![]() | Velocity control of shutter or diaphragm component: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit controls
the rate of motion of a shutter or diaphragm element.
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![]() | Look-up table memory: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit has
an addressable semiconductor memory for storing exposure related
values.
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![]() | Manually set limit of exposure time or aperture value: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit responds to a manually set range restricting an exposure time or aperture value. | |
![]() | Manually selective exposure mode: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter in which a plurality of exposure modes can
be selected by a camera operator.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 238. Subject matter having means to convey photographic related
information to the camera operator.
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![]() | Pulse train type: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control means includes
means producing a series of pulses.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter includes an optical device which eliminates
unwanted components of the light reaching the photographic medium.
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![]() | Program mode: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit adjusts
both exposure time and aperture value in accordance with a detected
brightness of the scene.
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![]() | Program selection: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 242. Subject matter wherein a camera operator can choose one of a plurality of algorithms for adjusting both exposure time and aperture value. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 242. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit drives
a stepping motor for controlling the amount of light reaching the
film.
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![]() | Manual Av circuit with automatic Tv circuit, or vice versa: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter including a manual aperture control circuit (Av
circuit) responsive to a manually set aperture value with
an automatic exposure time control circuit (Tv circuit) generating
an exposure time calculated from the manually set aperture value
and a detected scene brightness; or a manual Tv circuit responsive
to a manually set exposure time value with an automatic Av circuit
generating an aperture value calculated from the manually set exposure
time value and a detected scene brightness.
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![]() | Shutter speed function only: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit determines
an exposure time to control a shutter mechanism only.
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![]() | Shutter lag correction: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 246. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit sets an exposure time that compensates for a built-in delay of the shutter mechanism. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 246. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit drives
the shutter mechanism using a piezoelectric device.
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![]() | Electro-optical element: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 246. Subject matter wherein the shutter is an electro-optical
device (e.g., Kerr cell, liquid
crystal device, etc.).
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![]() | With digital counter: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 246. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit contains
a digital counter or register.
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![]() | Having RC circuit for timing: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 246. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit contains at least one RC (resistor and capacitor) circuit, the time constant of which is used for exposure time control. | |
![]() | Including memory capacitor: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 251. Subject matter in which the RC circuit contains at least
one capacitor to store a voltage proportional to a scene brightness
for a period of time during which the exposure control circuit cannot
sense the scene brightness.
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![]() | Including plural selective capacitors: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 251. Subject matter having multiple capacitors from which to choose. | |
![]() | Including plural selective resistors: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 251. Subject matter having multiple resistors from which to choose. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 251. Subject matter having means to convey photographic related
information to the camera operator.
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![]() | Stepping motor: | ||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 246. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit drives
a stepping motor for driving the shutter mechanism.
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![]() | Diaphragm function only: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 213. Subject matter wherein the exposure control circuit determines
an aperture value to control a diaphragm mechanism only.
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![]() | Pawl/ratchet type: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 257. Subject matter in which the diaphragm is adjusted to obtain
a specific aperture size by an engagement of a mechanical device
allowing rotation in only one direction (i.e., a
pawl) with a toothed wheel (i.e., a
ratchet).
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![]() | Servo motor type: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 257. Subject matter wherein the diaphragm mechanism is controlled
by an electric motor, the rotation or speed of which is
controlled by a corrective electrical signal that is fed back to the
motor circuit.
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![]() | Using stepping motor: | ||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 259. Subject matter in which the exposure control circuit drives
a stepping motor for driving the diaphragm to obtain a specific
aperture size.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 257. Subject matter wherein the exposure control means drives
the diaphragm mechanism using a piezoelectric device.
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![]() | Electro-optical element: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 257. Subject matter wherein the diaphragm is an electro-optical
device (e.g., Kerr cell, liquid crystal device, etc.).
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![]() | CAMERA RELEASE CONTROL CIRCUIT: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having an electrical circuit which controls
a signal starting a photographic exposure cycle.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 263. Subject matter including a circuit which delays for a time
the signal which starts a single photographic exposure cycle.
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![]() | Intervalometer (e.g., rapid sequence): | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 263. Subject matter wherein a signal starting an exposure cycle
is produced at a particular time period after the end of a previous
exposure cycle.
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![]() | Safety lock: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 263. Subject matter having means to inhibit the camera release
signal to prevent accidental initiation of an exposure cycle.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including an optical waveguide (e.g., a fiber
optic cable) which conveys light between points.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter in which a photocell is located with respect
to a specific camera structure.
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![]() | Photocell responsive to adjacent illuminator: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter wherein the photocell is radiated by a light
emitter in close proximity to the photocell.
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![]() | Movable into or out of light path: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter including a mechanism to displace the photocell into or out of the light entering the camera. | |
![]() | In viewfinder area: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter in which the photocell is mounted in or in the vicinity of a viewfinder. | |
![]() | Having two or more mirrors: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter in which the camera has at least two mirrors
and the photocell receives light reflected by at least one of the
mirrors.
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![]() | Having light reflected from film or shutter or through film: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter in which the photocell receives light reflected from a surface of the film in the camera or from a surface of the camera shutter or through the film. | |
![]() | Having means for changing the photocell field of view: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter including means to change a cross-section
area through which the photocell receives light from a scene to
be photographed.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter includes a filter in front of the photocell
to block undesired wavelengths of light.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 268. Subject matter wherein the camera structure has means to
adjust a light flux received at the photocell from an object to
be photographed.
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![]() | BATTERY INSERTION/REMOVAL/ DEPLETION RESPONSIVE: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein a camera element is responsive to
loading, unloading, or low voltage condition of a battery.
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![]() | Having battery backup: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Subject matter having a device for maintaining power upon
removal or depletion of primary battery.
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![]() | Having indicator: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 277. Subject matter having means to convey information regarding
battery insertion, removal, or depletion to a camera operator.
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![]() | INITIALIZING/STORING RESPONSIVE TO POWER SWITCH: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to set a camera element or information
to a preset condition upon turning a power switch on or off.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to convey photographic information
to a camera operator.
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![]() | Display intensity control: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter having means to adjust a brightness of the
indicator to render it easily observed.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter in which the indicator produces a sound or vibration perceptible to the camera operator. | |
![]() | Film condition indicator: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter in which the indicator shows a status of
the film resulting from a camera operation (e.g., end-of-film, film
frame count, etc.).
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![]() | Double exposure warning: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 284. Subject matter wherein the indicator shows that a film section
has been exposed and the film must be fed to bring another section
into position before another exposure can be made.
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![]() | Self-timer indicator: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter in which the indicator conveys information
concerning delayed release of a shutter.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter in which the indicator produces an optically
perceivable indication without using moving parts (e.g., lamps,
LED"s, etc.).
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![]() | Having holographic display: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 287. Subject matter in which the indicator exhibits a three-dimensional
pattern (i.e., in holographic form).
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This subclass is indented under subclass 287. Subject matter in which brightness of a scene is shown as
above, below, or correct for photographic operation by using one
of three indicator lamps.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 287. Subject matter in which the indicator is shown in the form
of a bar whose length varies essentially in a continuous manner
or by lighting one of a plurality of emitters adjacent to a printed legend.
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![]() | Pictograph display: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 287. Subject matter in which the indicator shows an image symbol.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 287. Subject matter in which the indicator includes a plurality
of segments arranged to produce optically viewable letters or numbers
when selected segments are activated.
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![]() | Galvanometer type: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter in which the indicator includes a needle
of a galvanometer.
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![]() | Having plural pointers or match needle: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 293. Subject matter which includes a second needle manually displaced to a predetermined position with respect to the needle of the galvanometer in order to adjust a camera mechanism. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter in which the indicator produces light that is adjusted by a camera operator until the intensity of the light matches a scene brightness. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 281. Subject matter wherein the indicator is disposed within
the field of view of the viewfinder of the camera.
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![]() | HAVING OPERATOR CONTROLLED DATA ENTRY INTO CAMERA: | ||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to input desired photographic
operating parameters or modes into a camera system by an operator.
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![]() | Manual manipulators on lens unit or lens mount: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 297. Subject matter wherein manual manipulators for entering data into the camera system are on the exposure objective or lens mount. | |
![]() | Manual manipulators on camera body unit: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 297. Subject matter wherein manual manipulators for entering
data into the camera system are on the camera housing.
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![]() | Manual data entry using peripheral device: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 297. Subject matter wherein data is entered into the camera system
using an external device (e.g., bar code readers, external general
purpose computers, etc.).
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including specifics of electrical power generation,
regulation, or control.
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![]() | Having time-out circuit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 301. Subject matter having a circuit which disables camera power after a predetermined time period. | |
![]() | Power distribution management: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 301. Subject matter wherein power is selectively supplied to various camera elements for power management. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 301. Subject matter wherein power is generated by means other
than an electrochemical battery.
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![]() | COLOR IMAGE USING MONOCHROME FILM: | ||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means for recording an image set on
a light sensitive surface of a monochromatic base, the
individual pictures or images representing an intensity image of the
scene photographed corresponding to a particular color which is
different from the color of the other images of the set.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 305. Subject matter including means involving the interposition
of a planar surface composed of a plurality of transmitting elements,
each having a curved surface, between a subject and the light-sensitive
surface.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 306. Subject matter including a color selective element composed
of plural portions that are selective to different colors, e.g.,
trichromic filter disk composed of red, green, and blue selective
juxtaposed sections or portions.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 305. Subject matter wherein the individual pictures are recorded
on separate light sensitive surfaces at the same time.
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![]() | Images recorded on separate films: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 308. Subject matter wherein the separate light sensitive surfaces
are on different light sensitive material.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including camera structure and means for
storing photographic information either on the photographic medium
or on a separate storage element.
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![]() | Data for control of subsequent processing of film: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 310. Subject matter wherein the data recorded by the camera provides
input for processing apparatus.
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![]() | Sound: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 310. Subject matter wherein audio information is recorded. | |
![]() | Having handwritten data: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 310. Subject matter wherein photographic data is placed on the photographic medium by a handheld instrument. | |
![]() | Having transfer strip: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 313. Subject matter wherein data is transferred to the photographic
medium from a carrier by pressure.
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![]() | Optical: | ||
Subject matter under 310 wherein data is recorded using
light.
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![]() | Mask or stencil: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Subject matter including means for blocking light from the
film to form indicia.
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![]() | Having auxiliary illumination: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 316. Subject matter wherein a camera itself generates light for illuminating the mask or stencil. | |
![]() | Segmented alphanumeric indicia: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 315. Subject matter wherein discrete optical elements are patterned in such a way that indicia representing letters or numbers are formed. | |
![]() | Magnetically on film or film cassette: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 310. Subject matter wherein data is recorded onto a magnetic
medium which is a part of the film or film cassette.
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![]() | Recording head position control: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 319. Subject matter which includes means to locate a recording
head relative to the magnetic medium.
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![]() | Removable semiconductor memory: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 310. Subject matter wherein data is recorded into an integrated
circuit memory temporarily attached to a camera body or film cassette.
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![]() | PLURAL IMAGE RECORDING: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to photographically record (1)
plural images on one or more frames by a single exposure or (2)
plural exposures on a single frame.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 322. Subject matter including means to select plural image recording
or single image recording during a single exposure.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 322. Subject matter wherein the plural images recorded correspond
to the perspectives offered by a right and left eye.
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![]() | Plural camera arrangement: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Subject matter having more than one camera each with its
own lens and housing system.
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![]() | Single camera with plural spaced objectives: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Subject matter wherein a single camera has plural spaced lenses for recording separate images. | |
![]() | With lenticular screen, mirror, or prism: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter including a plane surface composed of a plurality
of transmitting curved elements, a reflector, or a transparent body bounded
in part by two plane surfaces angularly related (i.e., not parallel)
where at least one of the plane surfaces is internally reflecting or
refracting to impinging incident light.
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![]() | Having film feed or guide: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 326. Subject matter including means to move a photographic medium
or to direct a photographic medium in a desired path.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Subject matter including means to adjust the positioning
of a camera to effect the recording of plural images that are to
give the impression of solidity or relief.
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![]() | Having lenticular screen: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Subject matter including a planar surface composed of a
plurality of transmitting elements each having a curved surface.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 324. Subject matter including means having two or more mirrors
or prisms for reflecting their images onto a lens.
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![]() | Simultaneous recording of plural distinct subjects: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 322. Subject matter which records at the same time two or more
images of subjects at locations having diverse optical paths to
a camera focal plane.
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![]() | Simultaneous recording of single subject: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 322. Subject matter having means within an integral housing to
facilitate simultaneously recording plural images of a single subject.
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![]() | Different planes: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 333. Subject matter wherein the images are recorded in diverse
planes.
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![]() | Sequential recording on different areas of a single frame: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 322. Subject matter wherein exposures are made upon successive
portions of a single frame of a photographic medium.
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![]() | Including rotary objective or photographic medium support: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 335. Subject matter wherein successive exposures are obtained
by relative revolving movement of a lens and a light sensitive surface
holder between exposures.
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![]() | Including preobjective mask: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 335. Subject matter wherein an element is disposed or attached
between the subject and the lens to limit the exposure areas of
the successive portions of exposed material.
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![]() | Including shiftable objective or photographic medium support: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 335. Subject matter wherein successive sections are brought into
exposure position by relative shifting movement between a lens and
a light sensitive surface holder.
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![]() | Shiftable photographic medium support only: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 338. Subject matter wherein only the light sensitive surface holder is moved. | |
![]() | Including shiftable post-objective mask: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 335. Subject matter wherein successive light sensitive sections
are exposed by shifting an apertured opaque device that is located
between the objective and the light sensitive surface.
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![]() | BELLOWS OBJECTIVE CAMERA: | ||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including a flexible (usually pleated) opaque
cylinder expandable along the optical axis of an objective and which
connects the objective with a camera body.
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![]() | Camera front or lens mount angularly adjustable: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 341. Subject matter wherein a camera front or objective mount
is pivotable with respect to a photographic medium plane so that
the plane of the camera front or objective mount is not parallel
to the photographic medium plane.
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![]() | Having lens movable in its plane: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 341. Subject matter including means to move an objective within
a single plane that is perpendicular to the lens axis.
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![]() | Having guide and lock: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 341. Subject matter including guides or ways on a camera base along which a lens holder moves and clamping means to hold the lens holder at various positions along the base. | |
![]() | Having hinged base attached to bellows: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 341. Subject matter including a hinge joining a base or front of the camera with the pleated expandable element. | |
![]() | Having self-erecting lens holder: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 345. Subject matter wherein a lens holder, connected to the bellows,
is moved into operating position as the hinged base or front is
moved from a closed inoperative position to an open operative position.
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![]() | Hinged linkage between objective mount and housing: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 341. Subject matter wherein hinged braces between an objective
support and a camera housing provide support for the bellows or
help to maintain the bellows at a particular extension.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including means to effect a reduction in
camera size from an operative condition to an inoperative condition.
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![]() | Having axially moving lens: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 348. Subject matter wherein a camera lens moves parallel to its optical axis during folding or collapsing. | |
![]() | Having pivoting lens: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 348. Subject matter wherein a camera lens partially rotates about
an axis located in the plane of the lens during folding or collapsing.
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![]() | HAVING MEANS TO REFLECT IMAGE TO FILM: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including a mirror to reflect the light rays
from an object onto a light sensitive surface.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 351. Subject matter which includes means to reflect light passing
through the objective lens to a viewfinder.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising camera structure with two similar
lenses, one a camera lens and one for a viewfinder, which are so
coupled that they both focus on exactly the same plane and the viewfinder
shows the view as focused by the camera lens.
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![]() | SINGLE LENS REFLEX CAMERA: | ||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter comprising camera structure with one lens
and a mirror to reflect image light passing through the lens to
a viewfinder.
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![]() | Having shutter and additional means to block light from film (e.g., screen): | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 354. Subject matter having means to obstruct light from the light
sensitive surface in addition to a shutter.
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![]() | Having manually operated mirror: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 354. Subject matter wherein the mirror is moved into and out
of the image light path by hand.
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![]() | Having focal plane shutter: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 354. Subject matter including a shutter positioned adjacent
to the plane where an image will be formed on a photographic medium.
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![]() | With mirror support or drive: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 354. Subject matter which includes a mount for the mirror or
means to move the mirror.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 354. Subject matter including two or more light sensitive surfaces,
herein called "plates," not in the same plane
which are encased within a camera and are brought to the exposure
position one at a time without opening the receiver to light.
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![]() | MAGAZINE CAMERA: | ||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein two or more light-sensitive surfaces
(herein called "plates"), not in the same plane,
are encased within a camera structure or light-tight receiver attachable
thereto and are brought to the exposure position one at a time without
opening the camera or receiver to light or removing the receiver from
the camera.
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![]() | Rotatable magazine: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter wherein the plates are mounted on a turret
or drum magazine which is rotatable 360 degrees and which places
a new plate in the exposure position upon a predetermined amount
of rotation (e.g., a turret may have 2 or more sides with plates
mounted on each side and pivoted at its center).
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This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter wherein a flexible end to the magazine box
or light guard admits the hand of the operator to the box to permit
a change of the plate which is effected by hand guidance of the
changing mechanism or by a handhold on the plate.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter wherein the change of the plate from storage
to exposure position or vice versa, necessitates vertical tilting
of a receiver holding more than one plate in different planes.
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![]() | Flexible carrier for plates: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter wherein the magazine is characterized by
flexible carrier means (e.g., a belt) for transferring the plates
between the storage and exposure positions.
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![]() | Having tab means: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 364. Subject matter wherein each sensitized plate has its own
carrier with a tab portion for manually pulling the plate around
a curved track to or from the exposure area.
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![]() | Sliding plate: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter wherein plates are moved in a straight line.
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![]() | Sliding and return: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 366. Subject matter wherein plates are moved to an exposure position
and back to the receiver in alternate directions.
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![]() | Intermediate exposure chamber: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 366. Subject matter wherein the plate is moved to an exposure
position between two other plate receivers.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter including two receivers with plates, the
planes of these plates are perpendicular to each other, and means
for exposing the plates or transferring them from one receiver to the
other.
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![]() | Tilting: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 369. Subject matter wherein the plate transfer from one receiver
to the other is effected by swinging the plate upon an axis in or
near one of its edges.
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![]() | Base guide: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 370. Subject matter wherein the plate is guided at its base during
movement between its two storage positions.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 360. Subject matter wherein the plates are removed from one end
or face of a receiver and replaced at the other end or back of the
same receiver in a plane parallel to their first positions.
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![]() | WITH VIEWFINDER: | ||||||||||||||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including camera structure combined with
means to show a scene that will be included in a frame.
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![]() | Electronic: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter in which the scene is electrically reproduced
on a viewing screen, such as an LCD monitor.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter in which the scene is viewed directly without any optics. | |
![]() | Pose reflector: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter having means to reflect an image of a human
subject as seen in the viewfinder back to the human subject.
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![]() | Parallax correction: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter including means to correct the difference
between an actual view covered by the exposure objective and an
apparent view seen by the viewfinder.
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![]() | Selective or adjustable viewfinder field: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter having means to choose between plural viewfinder
fields or to vary a viewfinder field.
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![]() | Zoom: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 378. Subject matter in which a focal length or angle of view
can be adjusted continuously.
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![]() | Variable size of mask opening: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 378. Subject matter in which a portion of the scene that is viewed
is changeable by altering the dimension of a viewing aperture.
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![]() | Variable orientation of finder image: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 378. Subject matter in which the position of a mask opening is changeable between horizontal and vertical. | |
![]() | Lens detail: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter including specifics of an optical component
that refractively focuses light.
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![]() | Selective or adjustable viewing position: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter which permits an operator to view one of
several viewfinder images on fixed diverse planes or which permits
angular adjustment of the viewfinder.
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![]() | With prism: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter having means to internally reflect or refract
the light such as a pentaprism or porro prism.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 373. Subject matter having means for returning light striking
a surface into the medium from which it came.
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![]() | Plural: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 385. Subject matter having more than one reflector.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having camera structure and means to convert
energy to produce or impart motion to a light-sensitive material.
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![]() | Detachable drive unit: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Subject matter wherein a device providing powered film movement is readily removable from or attachable to a camera body. | |
![]() | Double exposure prevention: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Subject matter wherein the camera has some structure which
inhibits two superimposed images.
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![]() | Midroll interrupt: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Subject matter wherein the camera has structure enabling the removal of a roll of film prior to exposure of the entire roll and to return the roll of film at a later time for completion of the exposure of the roll of film. | |
![]() | Having manual override: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Subject matter including means to permit the operator to
manually manipulate a shutter actuating means so that the double
exposure can be made.
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![]() | Having film-sensing member: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Subject matter including means for engaging a film to detect a state of film advancement and, responsive to the detection, either permitting or prohibiting exposure. | |
![]() | Having double cable release: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Subject matter including two synchronously operated elongated
actuators, one for the film drive and the other for a shutter release.
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![]() | Responsive to film-winding lever: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 389. Subject matter in which a manually operated member for film transport cocks a shutter or releases a shutter lock. | |
![]() | Film movement limiting means: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Subject matter including means to restrict film advancement
to an increment corresponding to one film frame.
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![]() | From film drive transmission member: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 395. Subject matter wherein a mechanical driving mechanism controls the amount of film advancement to the desired increment without sensing film movement. | |
![]() | From film itself: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 395. Subject matter including means to detect film movement and in response to the detection limiting advancement to the desired increment. | |
![]() | Having switch actuated by perforation sensing pawl: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 397. Subject matter wherein the means for detecting film movement is a member which rides on the film and in response to a film opening makes or breaks a circuit connection. | |
![]() | Having film locked by perforation sensing pawl: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 397. Subject matter wherein engagement of a member which rides on the film and in response to a film opening directly restrains further advancement of the film. | |
![]() | Having film transport mechanism locked by perforation sensing pawl: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 397. Subject matter wherein movement of a member which rides on the film and in response to a film opening shifts a member to prohibit further operation of the film drive means. | |
![]() | Film transport cocks shutter: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Subject matter wherein a motive power for moving the film
also charges a shutter mechanism.
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![]() | Film transport cocks shutter and mirror: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 401. Subject matter wherein the motive power also charges a reflex mirror. | |
![]() | Having mechanically actuated circuit: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Subject matter wherein a film drive circuit is triggered
by the motion of a physical element.
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![]() | Film feed error detection or end of film detection: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Subject matter wherein a mechanically actuated circuit senses improper film movement or maximum film extension from its container. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 403. Subject matter wherein a mechanically actuated circuit reverses
film movement at the completion of all desired exposures thereon.
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![]() | Having significant electronic circuit detail: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Subject matter having a particular electrical or electronic
device for controlling film movement.
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![]() | Prewind: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 406. Subject matter wherein the electrical or electronic device controls a mechanism to withdraw the entire length of film from the film container prior to a first exposure. | |
![]() | Initialization: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 406. Subject matter wherein the electronic circuit controls film movement prior to the first desired exposure. | |
![]() | Film feed error detection or end of film detection: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 406. Subject matter having electrical or electronic means to sense improper film movement or maximum film extension from its container. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 406. Subject matter having an electrical or electronic circuit
which reverses film movement at the completion of all desired exposures thereon.
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![]() | Mechanical detail: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 387. Subject matter wherein the subject matter relates to miscellaneous mechanical structure or particular mechanical features of the film drive. | |
![]() | Spring motor: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Subject matter including means to mechanically store energy.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Subject matter comprising means to reverse film movement
at the completion of all desired exposures thereon.
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![]() | Posterior film roll: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Subject matter having a photographic medium roll which lies
behind the plane upon which an exposure is made.
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![]() | Having threading structure: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Subject matter including means for the initial advancement of a film leader from a supply chamber to a take-up chamber. | |
![]() | Drive means having rectilinear path: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Subject matter wherein a member supplying motive power to the film moves linearly while in engagement with the film. | |
![]() | Sheet film: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Subject matter wherein transported film comprises an individual piece of rectangular or cut film. | |
![]() | Including electric motor: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 411. Subject matter also having means converting electrical energy
to mechanical energy to provide motive power.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter including structure for maintaining a photographic
camera in a fixed position or fixed path of movement with respect
to some reference point.
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![]() | Operator supported: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 419. Subject matter wherein a camera operator assists in maintaining the photographic camera in fixed position. | |
![]() | Having stabilization: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 420. Subject matter wherein provision is made for damping out
vibrations due to the movement of an operator.
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![]() | Having means to attach other photographic accessories: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 420. Subject matter which allows additional photographic accessories to be connected to the operator support. | |
![]() | Having strap: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 420. Subject matter wherein a flat belt provides camera operator support structure. | |
![]() | Integral with camera body: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 420. Subject matter wherein an interface structure between the operator and the camera is a constituent part of a camera housing. | |
![]() | Having release actuator on support: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 420. Subject matter wherein a shutter release is located on the
support itself.
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![]() | Having actual or simulated handheld weapon structure: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 425. Subject matter including an individually carriable implement
of hunting or war or simulated version thereof.
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![]() | Surveillance type: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 419. Subject matter wherein a camera mount is particularly adapted to permit surreptitious photographic monitoring of an area usually for security purposes. | |
![]() | Adjustable support: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 419. Subject matter wherein the support may be selectively fixed
in any one of a plurality of positions.
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![]() | CAMERA COMBINED WITH OR CONVERTIBLE TO DIVERSE ART DEVICE: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter wherein a camera is combined with means recognized
as the subject matter of some other class, or selectively performs
two dissimilar functions by appropriate rearrangement of parts or
use of special adaptor structure.
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![]() | Convertible to developed image projector or viewer: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 429. Subject matter wherein a camera is convertible to a device
which projects or allows observation of a visible image.
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![]() | With light beam projector for delineating field of view: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 429. Subject matter wherein a camera is combined with a light
source which marks object boundaries which will appear in a photographic frame.
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![]() | With diverse compound lens system (e.g., microscope): | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 429. Subject matter wherein a camera is combined with a separate
plurality of lenses or lens groups arranged in series coaxially
along an optical axis so that light rays passing from an object
external to the plurality of lenses form an image of that object,
which is subsequently viewed and which plurality of lenses or lens groups
is recognized as subject matter of another class.
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This subclass is indented under subclass 429. Subject matter wherein a camera is combined with structure
intended to hide the presence of such camera from an outside observer.
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![]() | With radio or clock: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 429. Subject matter wherein a camera is combined with either
a wireless audio receiver or timekeeping device.
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![]() | VARIABLE FRAME MASKING: | ||||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to change the physical dimensions
of the exposed area of a frame utilizing an opaque element.
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![]() | Having wide aspect ratio: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 435. Subject matter wherein longitudinal strips at the top
and bottom of a frame are simultaneously blocked off by an opaque
element.
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![]() | CAMERA BACK OR FILM CARRIER ANGULARLY ADJUSTABLE: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter having means to cover the rear of a camera
or means to support a photographic medium wherein either is shiftable with
respect to an objective so that the vertical plane of the objective
is not parallel to a plane of the means to cover the rear of a camera
or of the means to support a photographic medium.
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This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter relating to that branch of photography known
as "daguerreotypy" in which sensitization and
development are secured by the use of mercury vapor to produce a
positive image on a silver coated copper plate.
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![]() | CAMERA DETAIL: | ||||
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Subject matter which defines miscellaneous structure or
particular details of a camera.
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![]() | Film restraining means or pressure plate: | ||
This subclass is indented under subclass 439. Subject matter having means to press or hold a film in a
plane.
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![]() | Pneumatic or magnetic: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 440. Subject matter in which a force to press or hold the film is generated by a pressure differential created by a gas medium or by a magnet. | |
![]() | On camera door: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 440. Subject matter in which the means to press or hold the film is located on a closure member. | |
![]() | Camera element cocking or resetting: | ||||
This subclass is indented under subclass 439. Subject matter having means to move camera components to
a ready position in preparation for taking a picture.
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![]() | Shutter charging lever on lens housing: |
This subclass is indented under subclass 443. Subject matter wherein an elongated member for cocking a shutter is on the body structure surrounding the optical elements. | |
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This subclass is indented under subclass 439. Subject matter having means for cutting a portion of a light-sensitive
material from a strip.
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