Camera mount and camera mount assembly including camera mount

Abstract

A camera mount according to embodiments disclosed herein is coupled to a structure or an installation mount installed on the structure, and comprises: a plurality of shafts including a first shaft and a second shaft; and a plurality of installation plates including a first installation plate connected to the first shaft and a second installation plate connected to the second shaft, wherein the plurality of installation plates include installation surfaces to which cameras can be mounted, and the angle of the second installation plate relative to the first installation plate can be adjusted by rotating the second shaft. Therefore, the camera mount according to embodiments disclosed herein makes it possible to mount a plurality of cameras using a single mount, and easily adjust the angles of the plurality of cameras.

Description

Camera mount assembly including camera mount and camera mount

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a camera mount and a camera mount assembly comprising the camera mount.

[0002] Surveillance cameras are widely used for security and observation purposes in various environments and are primarily installed on walls, ceilings, or specific support structures. Conventional camera installation methods mainly involve using individual camera mounts or directly fixing the camera to the structure. These methods have the following problems.

[0003] First, camera installation is inefficient. Since each camera requires a separate mount, installing multiple cameras complicates the installation process and increases both time and costs. Additionally, installation space is restricted. Installing multiple cameras on walls or ceilings requires sufficient space, and a lack of space can limit camera placement. Furthermore, adjusting the angle of the camera mount is inconvenient. It is difficult to adjust the camera to the desired angle after installation, or the limited adjustment structure makes it difficult to secure an efficient surveillance range. Moreover, there is a lack of flexibility after installation. Once the camera is fixed, additional work is required to change its position or angle later, making it difficult to flexibly adapt to changes in the installation environment.

[0004] To solve these problems, new camera mount technology is required that allows for the efficient installation of multiple cameras and the free adjustment of angles.

[0005] The information described above disclosed in the background technology of this invention is intended only to enhance understanding of the background of the present invention and may therefore include information that does not constitute prior art.

[0006] A camera mount and a camera mount assembly including the camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to solve the problems of the prior art, and can provide a camera mount that enables efficient installation of multiple cameras, allows cameras to be installed on both sides of the camera mount, allows the angle of the camera to be freely adjusted, and is easy to install and maintain.

[0007] However, the technical problems that the embodiments of the present disclosure aim to solve are not limited to those described above, and other unmentioned problems can be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description of the invention below.

[0008] A camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure is a camera mount coupled to a structure or an installation mount installed on said structure, comprising a plurality of shafts including a first shaft and a second shaft, and a plurality of installation plates including a first installation plate connected to said first shaft and a second installation plate connected to said second shaft, wherein the plurality of installation plates include an installation surface on which a camera can be mounted, and the angle of the second installation plate relative to the first installation plate can be adjusted by rotating the second shaft. Accordingly, a camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure can mount a plurality of cameras with a single camera mount and can easily adjust the angle of the plurality of cameras.

[0009] The first shaft and the second shaft are on the same rotation axis, and the plurality of mounting plates may each include the mounting surface on the front and rear sides in a second direction intersecting the first direction in which the rotation axis extends. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can compactly implement a configuration for mounting a plurality of cameras.

[0010] The camera mount may further include a protrusion located at the top of the first shaft and coupled to the mounting mount. The camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can be easily installed on various structures through the mounting mount.

[0011] The first shaft is fixed to the mounting mount through the protrusion, and the second shaft can be rotatably connected below the first shaft. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can stably adjust the angle between the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate by rotating the second shaft while the first shaft is fixed.

[0012] The camera mount further comprises a coupler coupled to the protrusion, wherein one end of the coupler is fitted into the protrusion and the other end is fitted into the structure. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can be directly installed on various structures through the coupler.

[0013] The first shaft has a shorter height than the first mounting plate, and the second shaft has a shorter height than the second mounting plate. The first shaft and the first mounting plate, and the second shaft and the second mounting plate can be interlocked and connected to each other. Accordingly, in the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure, the first shaft, the second shaft, the first mounting plate, and the second mounting plate overlap each other, thereby reducing the size and enabling a compact configuration.

[0014] The first mounting plate and the second mounting plate may each be connected to the outer surfaces of the first shaft and the second shaft, respectively, by being radially offset from the center of the first shaft and the second shaft. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure reduces the range of interference between the respective mounting plates connected to each shaft, thereby allowing the angle of the camera mounted on the mounting plate to be freely adjusted.

[0015] The plurality of shafts are hollow and each includes a shaft hole facing the interior of the plurality of connected mounting plates, and a wire extending from a camera installed on the plurality of mounting plates can pass through the plurality of shafts. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can draw out various wires, such as power lines and communication lines, extending from the camera through the shafts.

[0016] Each of the above-mentioned plurality of mounting plates includes an internal space and a rib having a rib hole facing the shaft hole located in the internal space, and a wire extending from the camera can extend into the interior of the shaft through the rib hole. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can accommodate various wires, such as power lines and communication lines extending from the camera, by separating them as needed within the mounting plates and preventing them from interfering with each other.

[0017] The first shaft may include a projection at its lower end, the projection having a hole on its inner side into which a wire extending from the camera is inserted and having a thread on its outer side, and the second shaft may include a thread on its inner side that engages with the projection. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can easily connect the first shaft and the second shaft, and can easily adjust the relative angle of the second mounting plate with respect to the first mounting plate.

[0018] The first shaft includes a first coupling projection at its lower end, and the first coupling projection includes a groove on its outer surface. The second shaft includes a second coupling projection at its upper end that is rotatably fitted into the groove of the first coupling projection. The first coupling projection and the second coupling projection may include a hole into which a wire extending from the camera is inserted. Accordingly, in the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure, the first shaft and the second shaft are not separated from each other, allowing the second shaft to be rotated more stably during operation.

[0019] The first shaft comprises a plurality of first shafts, and the second shaft comprises a plurality of second shafts. The plurality of first shafts and the plurality of second shafts are arranged alternately and can be inserted between each other. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can simply temporarily fix the plurality of first shafts and the plurality of second shafts by merely inserting them together to proceed with the work.

[0020] The camera mount further comprises a fixing ring that is fitted onto the second shaft and contacts the lower end of the first mounting plate and the lower end of the second mounting plate, and a screw mounted on the lower end of the second shaft and pressing the fixing ring upward, wherein the second shaft is pressed upward by the screw, thereby restricting the rotation of the second shaft. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can regulate the second shaft from rotating further after adjusting the angle of the second mounting plate by rotating the second shaft, thereby allowing the camera to maintain a desired angle.

[0021] The plurality of mounting plates further include a third mounting plate, and the plurality of shafts further include a third shaft connected to the third mounting plate, and the first shaft, the second shaft, and the third shaft may be rotatably connected to each other. Accordingly, the camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can install a larger number of cameras or install cameras with a wider variety of angle combinations.

[0022] A camera mount assembly according to embodiments of the present disclosure comprises a mounting mount including a first part having a hollow pipe shape and a second part connected to the first part and mounted on a structure including a wall, ceiling or floor, etc., a camera mount connected to the first part, and one or more cameras mounted on the camera mount, wherein the camera mount comprises a plurality of shafts including a first shaft and a second shaft, and a plurality of mounting plates including a first mounting plate connected to the first shaft and a second mounting plate connected to the second shaft, wherein the plurality of mounting plates includes a mounting surface on which a camera can be mounted, and the angle of the second mounting plate relative to the first mounting plate can be adjusted by rotating the second shaft.

[0023] The camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure allows multiple cameras to be installed on a single camera mount, thereby reducing the materials and costs required for installation, and by utilizing the front and back surfaces of the camera mount, the installation space can be minimized while securing the maximum surveillance range.

[0024] A camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure is designed so that the mounting surface of the camera mount is rotatable, allowing the user to adjust the camera to a desired angle and perform an optimized installation suitable for various surveillance environments.

[0025] The camera mount according to the embodiments of the present disclosure is designed to be easily installed on a pipe for camera installation, allowing it to be utilized in various installation environments. Furthermore, since it is easy to adjust the angle of the camera and install additional cameras even after installation, the time and effort required for maintenance can be significantly reduced.

[0026] However, the effects obtainable through the present disclosure are not limited to those described above, and other unmentioned technical effects will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description of the invention below.

[0027] The following drawings attached to this specification illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure and serve to facilitate understanding of the technical concept of the present disclosure in conjunction with the description of the invention set forth below. The matters described in the drawings of the present disclosure are not to be interpreted as being limited to the matters described therein.

[0028] FIG. 1 schematically illustrates the installation state of a mounted camera assembly including a camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 2 shows an exploded perspective view of a camera mount assembly including a camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of a camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 4a shows the interior of a camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIGS. 4b and FIGS. 4c show a shaft connection structure according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIGS. 5, 6, and 7 show a state in which a camera is installed on a camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIGS. 8 and 9 show a state in which a camera is installed on a camera mount according to other embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 10 shows a camera mount according to other embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG. 11 shows a front view of a camera mount according to other embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0037] A camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure is a camera mount coupled to a structure or an installation mount installed on said structure, comprising a plurality of shafts including a first shaft and a second shaft, and a plurality of installation plates including a first installation plate connected to said first shaft and a second installation plate connected to said second shaft, wherein the plurality of installation plates include an installation surface on which a camera can be mounted, and the angle of the second installation plate relative to the first installation plate can be adjusted by rotating the second shaft. Accordingly, a camera mount according to embodiments of the present disclosure can mount a plurality of cameras with a single camera mount and can easily adjust the angle of the plurality of cameras.

[0038] Embodiments of the present disclosure may be understood by referring to the description of the invention and the drawings. The described embodiments may have various modifications and may be implemented in other forms and are not limited to the embodiments described herein. Each feature of the various embodiments of the present disclosure may be combined with one another in whole or in part.

[0039] Throughout the attached drawings and specifications, the same reference numerals denote the same components, and redundant descriptions are omitted. In the drawings, the relative sizes of elements and parts may be exaggerated for clarity, and the depicted shapes may include variations due to manufacturing.

[0040] Spatially relative terms such as "below," "above," "lower," "upper," "bottom," and "top" are intended to include various directions of the device in use or operation in addition to the directions depicted in the drawings.

[0041] When a component is referred to as being "connected" or "combined" to another component, it may be directly connected or combined, or one or more intermediate components may be present. "Direct connection" or "direct combination" means being connected or combined without any intermediate components.

[0042] "At least one of X, Y, and Z" includes X alone, Y alone, Z alone, or a combination of two or more of these. "And / or" includes all combinations of the relevant items.

[0043] Terms such as "first," "second," and "third" are used to distinguish one element from another and do not limit the order or importance of the elements.

[0044] "Include," "equip," and "have" specify the presence of a stated feature and do not exclude the presence or addition of other features. Singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0045] Unless otherwise defined, the terms used in this specification have the same meaning as generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains.

[0046] FIG. 1 schematically shows the installation state of a camera mount assembly (1) including a camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure, FIG. 2 shows an exploded perspective view of a camera mount assembly (1) including a camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure, FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of a camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure, FIG. 4a shows the interior of a camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure, FIG. 4b and FIG. 4c show the connection structure of a shaft (13) according to embodiments of the present disclosure, FIG. 5, FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 show the state in which a camera (C) is installed on a camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0047] A camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure may be equipped with one or more cameras (C). As shown in FIG. 1, the camera mount (10) may be installed on a structure (S). The structure (S) may include a ceiling, a wall, a floor, a corner between them, or a frame or pipe, etc. The camera mount (10) may be installed directly on the structure (S) or connected to the structure (S) through an installation mount (20). While installed on the structure (S), the camera mount (10) can adjust the angle of the installation surface to adjust the position and field of view of the installed camera (C). The type, size, and shape of the camera (C) are not specifically limited. For example, the camera (C) may include cameras having various form factors and shooting methods, such as network cameras, box cameras, dome cameras, pinhole cameras, micro cameras, PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras, zoom cameras, bullet cameras, dummy cameras, thermal cameras, wireless cameras, and wide dynamic range cameras. One, two, three, or four cameras (C) may be mounted on the camera mount (10).

[0048] A camera mount (10) may be included in a camera mount assembly (1). As shown in FIG. 2, the camera mount assembly (1) may include a camera mount (10), a mounting mount (20), and one or more cameras (C). The mounting mount (20) may include a first part (21) in which a first end is connected to the camera mount (10) and a second end is connected to a second part (22), and a second part (22) installed on a structure (S). The first part (21) may have a circular or angular pipe shape and may be hollow inside. The first end of the first part (21) may be connected to a protrusion (14) of the camera mount (10). For example, the first end may have a thread on its inner surface and may be screw-coupled with the thread on the outer surface of the protrusion (14). Alternatively, the first part (21) may be joined to the camera mount (10) through welding, adhesive, or bolting. The second end of the first part (21) is connected to the second part (22), and a cable extending from the second part (22) can pass through the hollow part of the first part (21) and be connected to the camera (C) through the camera mount (10). Alternatively, the camera mount (10) may be installed directly on the structure (S) without being connected to the installation mount (20).

[0049] A camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure is a camera mount (10) coupled to a structure (S) or an installation mount (20) installed on the structure (S), and comprises a plurality of shafts (13) including a first shaft (13a) and a second shaft (13b), and a plurality of installation plates (11) including a first installation plate (11a) connected to the first shaft (13a) and a second installation plate (11b) connected to the second shaft (13b), wherein the plurality of installation plates (11) include an installation surface (12) on which a camera (C) can be mounted, and the angle of the second installation plate (11b) relative to the first installation plate (11a) can be adjusted by rotating the second shaft (13b).

[0050] The camera mount (10) may include a mounting plate (11), a mounting surface (12), a shaft (13), a protrusion (14), a screw (15), an opening (16), a cover (17), and a fixing ring (18).

[0051] The mounting plate (11) can support one or more cameras (C). The mounting plate (11) may be connected to a shaft (13) and may include a mounting surface (12) that is at least partially flat so that the camera (C) can be installed. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the mounting plate (11) may include mounting surfaces (12) on the front and rear sides (e.g., the surfaces in the +X and -X directions of FIG. 3). The mounting surfaces (12) may be located on the front and rear sides of the mounting plate (11) in a second direction (e.g., the X-axis direction of FIG. 3) that intersects the first direction (e.g., the Z-axis direction of FIG. 3) where the central axis AX of the shaft (13) extends. And the camera (C) may be installed on each mounting surface (12). For example, two cameras (C) may be installed on two mounting surfaces (12) included in one mounting plate (11). In one embodiment, the camera (C) can be installed on the mounting surface (12) through a fastening member such as a screw or clip.

[0052] A camera mount (10) is connected to a structure (S) or a mounting mount (20), and a mounting plate (11) can be rotated by a shaft (13). For example, the mounting plate (11) can be rotated about the central axis AX of the camera mount (10). For example, the shaft (13) can be rotated about the central axis AX, and the mounting plate (11) connected to the shaft (13) can also be rotated about the central axis AX by this. Thus, by rotating the mounting plate (11), the angle of orientation of one or more cameras (C) installed on the mounting plate (11) can be easily adjusted. The central axis AX can be extended in the height direction (or the Z-axis direction in FIG. 3) of the camera mount (10).

[0053] The installation plate (11) may include a plurality of installation plates (11). The plurality of installation plates (11) may be arranged symmetrically with respect to the central axis AX. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the installation plate (11) may include a first installation plate (11a) and a second installation plate (11b). The first installation plate (11a) and the second installation plate (11b) may have the same size and shape and may be symmetrical with respect to the central axis AX. Alternatively, the first installation plate (11a) and the second installation plate (11b) may have different sizes and shapes, taking into account the size and shape of the camera (C) to be installed.

[0054] The first mounting plate (11a) and the second mounting plate (11b) are each connected to different shafts (13) and can rotate about the central axis AX by the shafts (13) connected to each. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the first mounting plate (11a) is connected to the first shaft (13a) above and the second mounting plate (11b) is connected to the second shaft (13b) below and can be arranged to interlock with each other. Thus, multiple mounting plates (11) can rotate about the same central axis AX and can also be more compactly contained in a single camera mount (10).

[0055] The mounting plate (11) may include an internal space (111) and a rib (112).

[0056] The internal space (111) is a space partitioned inside the mounting plate (11) and can communicate with the shaft (13). A camera (C) is installed on the mounting surface (12) of the mounting plate (11), and wires, communication lines, etc. connected to the camera (C) can be accommodated in the internal space (111) or extended to the shaft (13) through the internal space (111). For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the internal space (111) may be a space partitioned between the inner surface of the mounting plate (11) and the outer surface of the shaft (13).

[0057] The rib (112) is formed in the internal space (111) and may be located between the inner edge of the mounting plate (11) and the outer edge of the opening (16). The rib (112) extends between the front and rear of the mounting plate (11) (e.g., in the thickness direction of the mounting plate (11) (e.g., in the X-axis direction of FIG. 3)) and may support the front and rear of the mounting plate (11). The rib (112) may accommodate wires, communication lines, etc., connected to the camera (C) in a separate manner within the internal space (111). For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the rib (112) may be circular with a constant radius from the center of the opening (16). Alternatively, the rib (112) may have a different shape.

[0058] The rib (112) may include a rib hole (113). The rib hole (113) may be located in a position facing the shaft (13) (shaft hole (131)) of the rib (112). The rib hole (113) may be formed by cutting a part of the rib (112) or by perforating the rib (112). The rib hole (113) may provide a passage for various wires (W) connected to the camera (C) to pass through. For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the rib hole (113) included in the first mounting plate (11a) may be formed in a position facing the shaft hole (131) of the first shaft (13a), and the rib hole (113) included in the second mounting plate (11b) may be formed in a position facing the shaft hole (131) of the second shaft (13b). A portion of the plurality of wires (W) extending from the camera (C) may extend directly to the shaft (13) through the rib hole (113), and another portion It can be received in the internal space (111) on the outer side of the rib (112) through the rib hole (113) and extended to the shaft (13). Thus, wires (W) extending to cameras (C) installed on different installation plates (11) can be managed so that they do not interfere with each other. Additionally, wires (W) can be distinguished and received inside the installation plate (11) according to their function, material, length, or shape.

[0059] The shaft (13) is connected to the mounting plate (11) and can rotatably support the mounting plate (11). For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the shaft (13) can be connected to the inner surface in the longitudinal direction (or the Y-axis direction in FIG. 3) of the mounting plate (11). The shaft (13) is hollow inside so that a wire (W) can pass through it and can rotate about a central axis AX. For example, the shaft (13) can have a hollow cylindrical shape.

[0060] The shaft (13) may include a plurality of shafts (13). The plurality of shafts (13) may each rotate independently about the central axis AX. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the plurality of shafts (13) may include a first shaft (13a) and a second shaft (13b). The first shaft (13a) may be connected to a first mounting plate (11a), and the second shaft (13b) may be connected to a second mounting plate (11b). For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the first shaft (13a) is positioned above the second shaft (13b), and the lower end of the first shaft (13a) may come into contact with the upper end of the second shaft (13b). The first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) may each rotate about the central axis AX. Alternatively, the first shaft (13a) may be fixed and only the second shaft (13b) may rotate about the central axis AX. The first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) may each have a shorter height than the connected first mounting plate (11a) and second mounting plate (11b). Thus, as shown in FIG. 4a, the first mounting plate (11a) and the first shaft (13a) and the second mounting plate (11b) and the second shaft (13b) can interlock with each other in an L-shape and an L-shape. Thus, a plurality of shafts (13) and a plurality of mounting plates (11) can be connected more compactly.

[0061] Multiple shafts (13) can be connected to each other through screw threads. For example, as shown in FIG. 4a, the first shaft (13a) includes a projection (132a) at the bottom, and screw threads may be formed on the outer surface of the projection (132a). The second shaft (13b) may have screw threads formed on the upper inner surface (132b). Thus, multiple shafts (13) and multiple mounting plates (11) connected thereto may be detachable from each other. Additionally, multiple shafts (13) may be rotatable relative to each other. For example, with the first shaft (13a) connected to a structure (S) or mounting mount (20), the angle of the second mounting plate (11b) relative to the first mounting plate (11a) is adjusted, and then the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) can be fixed by screwing them together. The projection (132a) may include a hole through which the wire (W) can pass.

[0062] The method of connecting or fixing multiple shafts (13) is not limited to a screw thread method. For example, as shown in FIG. 4b, the first shaft (13a) may include a first connecting projection (133a), and the second shaft (13b) may include a second connecting projection (133b). The first connecting projection (133a) may extend downward from the bottom of the first shaft (13a). The first connecting projection (133a) may include a groove on its outer surface to allow the second connecting projection (133b) to be fitted. The second connecting projection (133b) may include a projection that extends radially inward from the upper inner surface of the second shaft (13b) and can be fitted into the groove of the first connecting projection (133a). Accordingly, the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) are fitted together so as not to separate from each other, while the second shaft (13b) can freely rotate about the first shaft (13a) around the central axis AX. After determining the angle of the second mounting plate (11b) connected to the second shaft (13b), the second shaft (13b) can be fixed by pressing in the screw (15) and the fixing ring (18). The first coupling projection (133a) may include a hole through which a wire (W) can pass.

[0063] Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 4c, the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) may each include a plurality of first shafts (13a) and a plurality of second shafts (13b). The plurality of first shafts (13a) and the plurality of second shafts (13b) may be arranged alternately. A protrusion (14) may be located at the top of the plurality of first shafts (13a). Thus, while the first shaft (13a) is fixed to the structure (S) or the mounting mount (20) through the protrusion (14), the second shaft (13b) is supported by the first shaft (13a), and the second shaft (13b) can freely rotate about the central axis AX relative to the first shaft (13a). After determining the angle of the second mounting plate (11b) connected to the second shaft (13b), the second shaft (13b) can be fixed by pressing in the screw (15) and the fixing ring (18). The number of the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) is not specifically limited and may vary depending on the size, shape, weight, or specifications of the camera (C) to be installed of the first mounting plate (11a) and the second mounting plate (11b).

[0064] The shaft (13) may include a shaft hole (131). The shaft hole (131) may be formed at a position facing the rib hole (113) of the shaft (13). The shaft hole (131) may be formed by cutting a part of the shaft (13) or by perforating the shaft (13). The shaft hole (131) may connect the internal space (111) of the mounting plate (11) and the internal space of the shaft (13). Thus, a wire (W) extending from the camera (C) may pass through the rib hole (113) and extend into the interior of the shaft (13) through the shaft hole (131).

[0065] Multiple installation plates (11) can be connected to the outer surface of the shaft (13) by being offset radially from the center of the multiple shaft (13). For example, as shown in FIG. 7, the respective centers of the first installation plate (11a) and the second installation plate (11b) can be spaced radially from the center of the shaft (13) in the thickness direction of the first installation plate (11a) and the second installation plate (11b). Thus, as shown in FIG. 5, one installation plate (11) (the second installation plate (11b)) can be completely folded relative to one installation plate (11) (the first installation plate (11a)). Thus, multiple installation plates (11) can be arranged to face in the same direction, and the angle of the camera (C) installed on each installation plate (11) can be adjusted so that it faces in opposite directions. Thus, the rotation angle of the multiple installation plates (11) can be set more freely.

[0066] The protrusion (14) is formed on the upper part of the shaft (13) and may extend in the height direction (or the Z-axis direction of FIG. 4) of the camera mount (10). For example, the protrusion (14) may be on the upper end of the upper shaft (13) (first shaft (13a)) among the plurality of shafts (13). The protrusion (14) may be connected to a structure (S) or a mounting mount (20). For example, the protrusion (14) may include threads on its outer surface and may be connected to threads on the inner surface of the lower end of the first part (21) of the mounting mount (20). Thus, the camera mount (10) can be easily installed or removed from the threads of the mounting mount (20) or the structure (S). The protrusion (14) may be hollow and may communicate with the interior of the shaft (13). A wire (W) extending from a structure (S) or an installation mount (20) can extend through a protrusion (14) into the interior of a shaft (13).

[0067] A screw (15) is mounted on the bottom of the camera mount (10) and can regulate the rotation of the shaft (13). For example, as shown in FIG. 4a, the screw (15) can be inserted into the bottom of the lowest shaft (13) (second shaft (13b)) among the plurality of shafts (13). After the angle of the plurality of mounting plates (11) is determined, a fixing ring (18) is fitted onto the bottom outer surface of the lowest shaft (13). The top of the fixing ring (18) contacts the bottom of the plurality of mounting plates (11), and the screw (15) can press the fixing ring (18) upward while being coupled to the bottom of the shaft (13). Thus, as the shaft (13) coupled with the screw (15) is pressed upward, the rotation of the shaft (13) can be regulated (the shaft (13) no longer rotates and remains stationary or the shaft (13) remains in a fixed state).

[0068] For example, after the first shaft (13a) is installed on the structure (S) or the installation mount (20) and the position of the first installation plate (11a) is determined, the second shaft (13b) is rotated relative to the first shaft (13a) to determine the angle of the second installation plate (11b) relative to the first installation plate (11a). Then, a fixing ring (18) is fitted onto the lower outer surface of the second shaft (13b) so that the upper end of the fixing ring (18) contacts the lower ends of the first installation plate (11a) and the second installation plate (11b), respectively. Then, a screw (15) is coupled to the inner surface of the second shaft (13b) to press the fixing ring (18) upward. Thus, as the second installation plate (11b) is pressed upward, the upper end of the second shaft (13b) pushes up the lower end of the first shaft (13a), and the rotation of the second shaft (13b) can be restricted.

[0069] As shown in FIG. 4a, when multiple shafts (13) are joined to each other by screw threads, screws (15) and fixing rings (18) may not be necessary.

[0070] As shown in FIG. 3, the opening (16) may be formed on the mounting surface (12) of the mounting plate (11). The opening (16) corresponds to the area where the camera (C) is installed, and a wire (W) extending from the camera (C) may pass through the opening (16) through the internal space (111) and extend into the interior of the shaft (13).

[0071] The cover (17) has a shape and size corresponding to the opening (16) and can be attached to the opening (16) as needed. The cover (17) can be mounted on the opening (16) where the camera (C) is not installed so that foreign substances, etc., do not enter the interior when some of the multiple mounting surfaces (12) of the camera mount (10) are not used. Alternatively, if additional cameras (C) are to be installed, the cover (17) can be detached from the opening (16).

[0072] The camera mount (10) according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can be equipped with various types of cameras (C) and can freely adjust the direction in which the cameras (C) face. For example, as shown in FIG. 5, if two cameras (C) are to be mounted on the camera mount (10) in opposite directions, the second mounting plate (11b) can be rotated behind the first mounting plate (11a) (rotation angle 0 degrees). In this state, the first camera (C1) can be installed on the first mounting plate (11a) and the second camera (C2) can be installed on the second mounting plate (11b). Alternatively, the same camera (C) can be installed on both the first mounting plate (11a) and the second mounting plate (11b).

[0073] Alternatively, if three cameras (C) are to be mounted on the camera mount (10), the camera mount (10) can be installed as shown in FIG. 6. For example, a first camera (C1) and a second camera (C2) are installed on each side of the first mounting plate (11a). Then, the second mounting plate (11b) is rotated relative to the first mounting plate (11a) (for example, rotated at a 90-degree angle), and a third camera (C3) can be installed on the outer side of the second mounting plate (11b) so as not to interfere with the second camera (C2) installed on the first mounting plate (11a).

[0074] Alternatively, if four cameras (C) are to be mounted on the camera mount (10), the camera mount (10) can be installed as shown in FIG. 7. For example, the first camera (C1) and the second camera (C2) are installed on each side of the first mounting plate (11a). Then, the second mounting plate (11b) is fully unfolded relative to the first mounting plate (11a) (for example, rotated 180 degrees), and the first camera (C1) and the third camera (C3) can be installed on both sides of the second mounting plate (11b).

[0075] As such, the camera mount (10) according to the embodiments of the present disclosure can easily install multiple cameras (C) on the camera mount (10). In addition, by rotating one or more of the multiple shafts (13), the angle between the multiple mounting plates (11) can be easily adjusted, and the angle facing the camera (C) can be simply adjusted as desired by the user.

[0076] FIGS. 8 and 9 show a state in which a camera (C) is installed on a camera mount (10A) according to other embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0077] The camera mount (10A) may further include a third mounting plate (11c) and a third shaft (13c) compared to the camera mount (10) described above. Other configurations of the camera mount (10A) may be identical to the configurations of the camera mount (10), and detailed descriptions of identical configurations may be omitted.

[0078] The camera mount (10A) may include a plurality of mounting plates (11) and a plurality of shafts (13). The plurality of mounting plates (11) may include a first mounting plate (11a), a second mounting plate (11b), and a third mounting plate (11c). That is, the camera mount (10A) may include three mounting plates (11). The third mounting plate (11c) is connected to a third shaft (13c), and the third shaft (13c) may be above the first shaft (13a), below the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b), or below the second shaft (13b). The third shaft (13c) may be connected to another shaft (13) by the previously described threaded or grooved method. Alternatively, similar to what is described in FIG. 4c, the first shaft (13a), the second shaft (13b), and the third shaft (13c) may each include a plurality of first shafts (13a), second shafts (13b), and third shafts (13c). The plurality of first shafts (13a), second shafts (13b), and third shafts (13c) may be arranged alternately in the height direction of the camera mount (10A) and inserted between each other. The first shaft (13a), second shaft (13b), and third shaft (13c) may be rotatably coupled to each other.

[0079] Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 8, the first mounting plate (11a), the second mounting plate (11b), and the third mounting plate (11c) are each arranged at a predetermined angle (e.g., 120 degrees), and a camera (C) can be mounted on one side of each mounting plate (11). To reduce interference between the cameras (C), the cameras (C) can be mounted on the sides of each mounting plate (11) that do not face each other. The angles between the first mounting plate (11a), the second mounting plate (11b), and the third mounting plate (11c) may be the same or different from each other.

[0080] Alternatively, if more cameras (C) are to be mounted, cameras (C) may be mounted on both sides of each mounting plate (11), as shown in FIG. 9. In this case, to reduce interference between the cameras (C), cameras (C) of different sizes may be mounted on the mutually facing surfaces of the mounting plate (11). For example, as shown in FIG. 10, a first camera (C1) may be mounted on each non-confronting surface of each mounting plate (11), and a third camera (C3) smaller than the first camera (C1) may be mounted on the remaining surfaces. The camera mount (10A) may be equipped with one, two, three, four, five, or six cameras (C).

[0081] FIG. 10 shows a camera mount (10B) according to other embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0082] The camera mount (10B) indicates a state in which it is installed on a structure (S) rather than on an installation mount (20). For example, as shown in FIG. 10, the camera mount (10B) can be installed on a structure (S), such as a square tube or a frame, rather than on a wall, ceiling, or floor. The camera mount (10B) may include a coupler (19). The coupler (19) may be coupled to the top of the camera mount (10B), for example, to a protrusion (14). The shape and size of the coupler (19) may vary depending on the shape and size of the structure (S). For example, as shown in FIG. 10, the coupler (19) may have a hollow rectangular shape. Or the coupler (19) may have a hollow cylindrical shape. The coupler (19) can connect the camera mount (10B) and the structure (S) to each other. The lower end of the coupler (19) can be fitted into the camera mount (10B), and the structure (S) can be fitted into the upper end of the coupler (19). Then, a fastening member (F), such as a screw, can be inserted into the coupler (19) to connect the camera mount (10B) and the structure (S).

[0083] FIG. 11 shows a front view of a camera mount (10C) according to other embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0084] The mounting plate (11) included in the camera mount (10C) may have a shape different from the mounting plate (11) of the camera mount (10) described above. For example, as shown in FIG. 11, the mounting plate (11) may be an angular rectangle with an outer edge that is not round. Thus, a larger mounting area can be secured. In addition, the mounting plate (11) may be a polygon such as a triangle or a square, or may have a shape such as a circle, an ellipse, a semicircle, or an ellipse. The shape of the mounting plate (11) may vary depending on the size and shape of the camera (C) to be installed.

[0085] The following describes a method for installing a camera mount (10) according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0086] First, among the plurality of shafts (13) included in the camera mount (10), the shaft (13) to be fixed (e.g., the first shaft (13a)) is installed on the structure (S) or the installation mount (20). When the camera mount (10) is installed directly on the structure (S) which is shaped like a square tube or frame, the coupler (19) is fitted onto the projection (14), and the structure (S) is fitted onto the coupler (19). Then, if necessary, a fastening member (F), such as a screw, is inserted into the coupler (19) to secure the coupler (19), the projection (14), and the structure (S). Alternatively, when the camera mount (10) is installed on the installation mount (20), the projection (14) is inserted into the first part (21) of the installation mount (20) and connected by a screw connection or similar method. Accordingly, the first shaft (13a) and the first installation plate (11a) connected to the first shaft (13a) are fixed to the structure (S) or the installation mount (20).

[0087] Next, the second shaft (13b) is connected to the first shaft (13a). The method described above can be used to connect the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b).

[0088] Next, the second shaft (13b) is rotated relative to the first shaft (13a) to adjust the angle between the first fixed plate (11a) and the second fixed plate (11b). For example, with the first shaft (13a) fixed, the angle of the second fixed plate (11b) can be adjusted by rotating the second shaft (13b) relative to the first shaft (13a). The angle between the first fixed plate (11a) and the second fixed plate (11b) can be freely adjusted as needed, for example, within a range between 0 degrees and 180 degrees.

[0089] Next, the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) are fixed. If the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) are screw-coupled, additional fixing action may not be necessary. Alternatively, if the first shaft (13a) and the second shaft (13b) are coupled in a groove-protrusion manner, or if multiple shafts (13) are alternately coupled, a fixing ring (18) is fitted to the bottom of the second shaft (13b), and the fixing ring (18) is pressed with a screw (15). The fixing ring (18) is pressed upward by the screw (15) to support the first mounting plate (11a) and the second mounting plate (11b) and to press the second shaft (13b) upward. Therefore, the upper end of the second shaft (13b) is pressed against the lower end of the first shaft (13a), so that the second shaft (13b) can be fixed so that it no longer rotates.

[0090] Next, the camera (C) is installed on the installation plate (11). The camera (C) can be installed so as to correspond to the opening (16) formed on the installation surface (12) of the installation plate (11).

[0091] Next, the wire (W) extending from the camera (C) is organized. The wire (W) is pulled out through the opening (16), then passes through the rib hole (113) of the rib (112) and extends into the interior of the shaft (11) through the shaft hole (113). The extended wire (W) can be extended into the interior of the first part (21) of the mounting mount (20) or directly connected to an external device.

[0092] If it is necessary to adjust the angle of the installed camera (C) thereafter, the connection between the shafts (13) can be released and the shafts (13) rotated to adjust the angle between the installation plates (11).

[0093] Although the present invention has been described with reference to the embodiments illustrated in the drawings, this is merely illustrative. Those skilled in the art will fully understand that various modifications and equivalent alternative embodiments are possible from the embodiments. Accordingly, the true technical scope of protection of the present disclosure should be determined based on the appended claims.

[0094] The present disclosure may be used in industries related to camera mounts and camera mount assemblies including camera mounts.

Claims

1. A camera mount coupled to a structure or an installation mount installed on said structure, A plurality of shafts including a first shaft and a second shaft; and A plurality of installation plates, each including a first installation plate connected to the first shaft and a second installation plate connected to the second shaft; The above plurality of mounting plates include a mounting surface on which a camera can be mounted, and A camera mount in which the angle of the second mounting plate relative to the first mounting plate is adjusted by rotating the second shaft.

2. In Paragraph 1, The first shaft and the second shaft are on the same axis of rotation, and A camera mount in which the plurality of mounting plates each include the mounting surface on the front and rear sides in a second direction intersecting the first direction in which the rotation axis extends.

3. In Paragraph 1, The camera mount further comprises a protrusion located at the top of the first shaft and coupled to the mounting mount.

4. In Paragraph 3, The first shaft is fixed to the installation mount through the protrusion, and A camera mount in which the second shaft is rotatably connected below the first shaft.

5. In Paragraph 3, The above camera mount further includes a coupler coupled to the above protrusion, and The above coupler is a camera mount in which one end is fitted into the above protrusion and the other end is fitted into the above structure.

6. In Paragraph 1, The first shaft has a shorter height than the first mounting plate, and The second shaft has a shorter height than the second mounting plate, A camera mount in which the first shaft and the first mounting plate, and the second shaft and the second mounting plate are interlocked and connected to each other.

7. In Paragraph 1, A camera mount in which the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are each radially offset from the center of the first shaft and the second shaft and connected to the outer surface of the first shaft and the second shaft, respectively.

8. In Paragraph 1, The plurality of shafts are hollow and each includes a shaft hole facing the interior of the plurality of connected installation plates. A camera mount in which a wire extending from a camera installed on the plurality of mounting plates passes through the plurality of shafts.

9. In Paragraph 8, The above plurality of installation plates are each Internal space; and A rib having a rib hole facing the shaft hole in the internal space above; comprising A camera mount, wherein a wire extending from the above camera extends into the interior of the shaft through the above rib hole.

10. In Paragraph 1, The first shaft includes a projection at the bottom, the projection includes a hole on the inside into which a wire extending from the camera is inserted, and includes screw threads on the outer surface. A camera mount, wherein the second shaft includes a screw thread on its inner surface that engages with the projection.

11. In Paragraph 1, The first shaft includes a first coupling projection at its lower end, and the first coupling projection includes a groove on its outer surface. The second shaft includes a second coupling projection at the top that is rotatably fitted into the groove of the first coupling projection, and A camera mount in which the first coupling projection and the second coupling projection include a hole into which a wire extending from the camera is inserted.

12. In Paragraph 1, The above first shaft includes a plurality of first shafts, and The above second shaft includes a plurality of second shafts, and A camera mount in which the plurality of first shafts and the plurality of second shafts are arranged alternately and inserted between each other.

13. In Paragraph 1, The above camera mount is, A fixing ring fitted onto the second shaft and in contact with the lower end of the first installation plate and the lower end of the second installation plate; and It further includes a screw mounted on the lower end of the second shaft and pressing the fixing ring upward; A camera mount in which the second shaft is pressed upward by the screw, thereby restricting the rotation of the second shaft.

14. In Paragraph 1, The above plurality of installation plates further include a third installation plate, and The plurality of shafts further include a third shaft connected to the third installation plate, A camera mount in which the first shaft, the second shaft, and the third shaft are rotatably coupled to each other.

15. An installation mount comprising a first part having a hollow pipe shape and a second part connected to the first part and mounted on a structure including a wall, ceiling or floor, etc.; A camera mount connected to the first part above; and One or more cameras mounted on the above camera mount; comprising, The above camera mount is A plurality of shafts including a first shaft and a second shaft; and A plurality of installation plates, each including a first installation plate connected to the first shaft and a second installation plate connected to the second shaft; The above plurality of mounting plates include a mounting surface on which a camera can be mounted, and A camera mount assembly in which the second shaft rotates to adjust the angle of the second mounting plate relative to the first mounting plate.

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