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US 11,111,952 B2Granted
Configurable ball mount system
AssigneeNew Ideas Manufacturing LLC
InventorsDavid Clark, Nathan Kanner, Aaron David Sheppard
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Abstract
A configurable ball mount system that allows the user to use different spherical structure sizes and removable stem inserts to accommodate various articles being secured by the configurable ball mount system. The configurable ball mount system comprises a spherical structure having a first aperture designed to receive a removable stem insert having different attachment members and adapters. Custom configuration allows the user to interface with multiple articles of more than one manufacturer or brand.
Claims9
A configurable ball mount system comprising:
- a spherical structure having a first external surface;
- a removable stem insert having a proximal end, a distal end, and a second external surface;
- a first aperture having an internal surface and extending into the spherical structure, wherein the internal surface engages with the second external surface of the removable stem insert;
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- a top interfacing surface positioned upon the distal end of the removable stem insert and having two opposing protrusions, wherein the top interfacing surface is configured to engage with a mount for tripod equipment configured to hold camera, sporting, or recreational equipment.
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