Rotating Camera Screw for Comfortable Carrying
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Solution Overview
Problem
Carrying cameras with straps leads to discomfort and instability, especially with heavy lenses, as the camera's weight distribution causes the lens to swing and press uncomfortably against the body during photography.
Innovation Solution
A camera screw that connects a carrying strap to a camera's tripod thread, allowing the camera to be carried with the lens facing obliquely downward, featuring a rotating mechanism with a friction-reducing bearing and a circumferential collar for secure and comfortable handling.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the camera is carried with the carrying strap placed over the shoulder, then the camera can be carried, but the camera and lens swing vigorously during movements and the rear wall presses uncomfortably against the body
Solution Approach 1:
The camera screw is designed with a rotating second part that can rotate around the first part about an axis of rotation, allowing dynamic adjustment of the camera's orientation and position while carrying, thereby reducing swinging and improving comfort
Solution Approach 2:
The camera screw with its rotating mechanism and friction reducing means creates a counterbalancing effect that offsets the weight of the camera and lens, reducing the swinging motion and improving carrying comfort
2Productivity
If the camera is carried with the carrying strap placed over the shoulder, then the camera can be carried, but it is difficult to bring the camera rapidly into a position in which a photo can be taken
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating second part allows the camera to be quickly repositioned and oriented for photography by simply rotating the camera screw, enabling rapid transition from carrying position to shooting position
Solution Approach 2:
The camera screw is pre-configured with the rotating mechanism and friction reducing means, so that when needed, the camera can be rapidly positioned and oriented for photography without requiring complex adjustment procedures
3Ease of operation
If the camera is carried with the carrying strap placed over the shoulder, then the camera can be carried, but the lower edge of the rear wall presses in an uncomfortable manner against the upper body
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating camera screw mechanism allows the camera to be positioned at different angles and orientations, distributing the weight more evenly and reducing the concentrated pressure on the carrier's upper body
Solution Approach 2:
The rotating mechanism with friction reducing means creates a counterbalancing effect that offsets the camera's weight distribution, reducing the uncomfortable pressure on the carrier's body
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables rapid and comfortable photography by distributing the camera's weight more evenly, reducing lens movement and discomfort during carrying, and allowing easy access for shooting.
Implementation Method 1
A friction reducing means is provided between the second part and the collar of the first part
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a camera screw and to a system consisting of a camera screw and a carrying strap. Carrying straps with appropriate fastenings on the sides of the camera are known. They have numerous disadvantages that should be avoided by the present invention. The camera screw in accordance with the invention for connecting a carrying strap to a tripod thread of a camera includes a first part and a second part. The first part includes a tripod screw on a first end and a circumferential collar on the second end. The second part surrounds the first part between the collar and the tripod screw in a rotatable manner relative to the first part about an axis of rotation. A friction reducing means is provided between the second part and the collar. The second part includes a fastening for the carrying strap.