All-in-One Tripod/Monopod

Abstract

A single-shaft assembly with a base and telescoping sections that form both a tripod and a monopod. The base is a single section with at least two legs individually hinged at the bottom of the section. The legs can be pivoted independently. All legs pivoted outward form a tripod. All legs pivoted upward form a monopod. Minimum length and portability are provided when all sections are retracted and all legs are pivoted upward. Modularity allows sections to be individually removed so that they can be used in whole or in part. Modularity is provided for through a latch assembly. The top section of the shaft, and the tripod/monopod handle each has a threaded screw for mounting a camera or other device, including—but not limited to—spotting scopes, binoculars, gun rests and a light source. Individual sections, when detached, make special purpose monopods, chest pods, belt pods and extendable polls.

Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.