Non contact shutter activation system and method

Details Non contact shutter activation system and method Non contact shutter activation system and method

2009-01-26

2010-12-07

Fuller, Rodney E (Department: 2862)

Photography

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Shutter

C396S453000

Reexamination Certificate

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07845865

ABSTRACT:
A method of controlling a plurality of shutter blades activated by a solenoid to move the plurality of shutter blades between an open position and a closed position includes reducing an electrical signal applied to the solenoid while the plurality of shutter blades is in transit between the open position and the closed position.

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