MEHRAN SALAMATI
Pilots at Saddle Peak Rd, Topanga, CA
License number
California A3549489
Issued Date
Oct 2016
Expiration Date
Oct 2017
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
22190 Saddle Peak Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
Professional information
Apparatus For Remotely Controlling Geared Heads For Motion Picture And Electronic Medium Cameras And Methods For Using Same
US Patent:
6608461, Aug 19, 2003
Filed:
Jun 22, 2001
Appl. No.:
09/887409
Inventors:
Mehran Salamati - Topanga CA 90290
International Classification:
G05B 1925
US Classification:
318571, 318572, 318573, 352 53
Abstract:
A two-axis or three-axis digitally controlled microprocessor for remotely controlling an existing manually operated geared head uses digital technology to provide full precise control of the geared head from a remote distance. Additionally, by utilizing the systems electronics, the system operator has ten gear ratios instead of the three gear ratios that typically exist in the prior art manual geared head. Another feature permits the camera operator to set four predetermined soft stop positions. The system has the capability of being able to record the X/Y/Z position precisely and to precisely duplicate the same camera motion repeatedly. The system is very simple and ergonomically advantageous to operate. One single umbilical cable between the controller and the geared head provides the most necessary communication between the controller and the geared head and supplies power to the camera.