Active headwear for detachably mounting an imaging device

Abstract

Disclosed is a mounting system and method for securing an imaging device to active headgear. In one embodiment, the mounting system includes a headwear frame to which can be attached a head strap to form a diving mask. A digital camera or a video recorder can be secured to an attachment base in the mounting system to allow use thereof in a hands-free operating mode.

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         10 . A mounting assembly, suitable for securing an imaging device to the head of a user, said mounting assembly comprising:
 an integrated headwear frame and attachment base, wherein said headwear frame is configured for placement over the face of the user, and wherein said attachment base includes at least two engagement tabs, and wherein the engagement tabs are configured to mate with a camera mount.   
     
     
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         12 . The mounting assembly of  claim 10 , wherein said attachment base further has a retainer engagement adjacent to the at least two engagement tabs. 
     
     
         13 . The mounting assembly of  claim 12 , wherein the engagement tabs and the retainer engagement tab are spaced apart so as to define open transverse slots suitable for the insertion of a camera mount. 
     
     
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         15 . The mounting assembly of  claim 13 , wherein the engagement tab comprises a boss with a recess configured to hold a fastening device.