Abstract
A method for attaching camera filters and other light transmissive elements using flexural rigidity. A flexion arm enables coupling with cameras and other devices in areas non-proximate to a lens. A frame conjoined with the flexion arm enables attachment of the camera filter to a camera lens or lens housing.
Claims
1. A method of attaching an optical device, comprising: a. A light transmissive element, a frame, and a flexion arm, said light transmissive element being connected to the frame, said frame being connected to said flexion arm, b. Said flexion arm is comprised of material allowing for flexural rigidity, c. Said flexural rigidity enabling coupling with an area non-proximate to a camera lens, Whereby, said light transmissive object is attached to a camera lens or lens housing.
2. The method recited in claim 1, wherein there are a plurality of flexion arms.
3. The method recited in claim 1, wherein there is an opening or a plurality of openings, whereby said openings permit ventilation.
4. The method recited in claim 1, wherein there are additional coupling mechanisms conjoined with the flexion arm, whereby said additional coupling mechanisms augment said flexion arm's coupling capability
Description
DRAWINGS
[0016] An exemplary embodiment of the invention will now be discussed with reference to the following figures. These figures are provided for illustrative purposes only. The invention is not limited to the subject matter illustrated in the figures.
[0017] FIG. 1A shows a top perspective view of the invention.
[0018] FIG. 1B shows a planal side view of the invention.
[0019] FIG. 1C shows a bottom perspective view of the invention.
[0020] FIG. 1D shows a front view of the invention.
[0021] FIG. 2A shows the flexion arm mount detached from a camera.
[0022] FIG. 2B shows the flexion arm mount coupled with a camera.
[0023] FIG. 2C shows a side view of the flexion arm mount coupled to a camera
[0024] FIG. 3 shows an embodiment with a plurality of flexion arms
[0025] FIG. 4 shows an embodiment with an augmented coupling mechanism
[0026] FIG. 5 shows an embodiment with a plurality of ventilation openings
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[0027] 11 flexion arm mount [0028] 21 flexion arm [0029] 22 frame [0030] 23 light transmissive element [0031] 24 additional flexion arm [0032] 31 lens [0033] 32 camera body [0034] 41 augmented coupling mechanism [0035] 51 ventilation opening
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING
[0036] A flexion arm 21 is conjoined with a frame 22. A light transmissive element 23 can be seen in the front of the embodiment depicted in FIG. 1A. The flexion arm 21 is configured to the desired shape. FIG. 1B shows the flexion arm 21 in a cylindrical configuration. The flexural rigidity allows the flexion arm 21 to move from this position for attachment and removal. The flexion arm 21 embodiment in FIG. 1A-1D is attached to the top of the frame 22. The flexion arm 21 could be attached on any sides or sides of the frame 22. A plurality of flexion arms 21 is also considered.
[0037] FIG. 1C shows the light transmissive element 23 conjoined with the frame 22. The pressure applied by the flexion arm 21 securely affixes the light transmissive element 23 over the camera lens. The mounting surface of the flexion arm 21 can be seen in FIG. 1D. The flexion arm is configured to conform to the camera or object when mounted and in its original state.
[0038] FIG. 2A shows the flexion arm mount 11 detached from a lens 31 and camera 32. The flexion arm 21 is configured to allow attachment through flexural rigidity with the camera body 32. The frame 22 and light transmissive element 23 is configured to fit the lens or lens housing.
[0039] FIG. 2B shows the flexion arm mount 11 coupled to the lens 31 and camera 32. The frame 22 securely abuts the lens or lens housing. The flexion arm 21 is capable of expansion when pressure is applied, allowing removable attachment. The flexion arm 21 contours and exerts pressure on the camera body 32 to establish coupling.
[0040] FIG. 2C shows a side view of the flexion arm 21 coupled with the camera body 32. In this embodiment the flexion arm 22 is flush with the camera body 32. Other embodiments can use additional coupling mechanisms to achieve mounting. When attached the frame 22 and light transmissive element 23 align and abut with the lens or lens housing of the camera, holding the lens stationary.
[0041] FIG. 2A-2C show the flexion arm mount 11 mounted on cylindrical camera 32 and lens 31. Other embodiments of the flexion arm 21 can be configured to fit cameras or surfaces of different shapes. The frame 22 and light transmissive element 23 can be configured to fit lens or lens housings of a different shapes.
[0042] Alternate embodiments can include additional flexion arms as depicted in FIG. 3. The additional flexion arm 24 enables more secure coupling with objects permitting coupling on multiple surfaces. FIG. 3 shows a flexion arm 21 and additional flexion arm 24 of different lengths than embodiment in FIG. 1A-1D. Flexion arm dimension can be adjusted based on the camera or object to be coupled to.
[0043] FIG. 4 shows the flexion arm mount 11 with augmented coupling mechanism 41. The augmented coupling mechanism 41 is conjoined with the flexion arm 21. In this embodiment the augmented coupling mechanism 41 is perpendicular to the flexion arm 21. In some situations, an augmented coupling mechanism 41 or plurality of augmented coupling mechanisms will better stabilize the flexion arm mount 11 and aid the flexion arm 21 in attaching the lens.
[0044] FIG. 5 shows a flexion arm mount 11 with plurality of ventilation openings 51 in the flexion arm 21. Cameras, drones and other electronic devices a flexion arm mount 11 can be coupled with produce heat. The ventilation openings 51 are placed on the flexion arm 21 to allow heat to escape. When the flexion arm 21 is comprised of a heat conducting material the ventilation openings 51 also reduce heat transfer and conduction.
