After founding Continental Camera Systems in 1972, Nettmann designed the "Astrovision" periscopic camera for Learjets and the "Pitching Lens" optical system for commercial and feature film cinematography, as well as a series of helicopter camera mounts and body mounted camera stabilizers.
In 1982, Nettmann joined forces with the principals of Matthews Studio Equipment and created Matthews Studio Electronics, Inc., home of the Nettmann Cam-Remote, located in North Hollywood California.
In 1992, he found new associates and formed the Gyron Development Group and created 'Gyron', the most advanced camera stabilizers and line of sight camera positioners available today. The product is now being used for sports event coverage on fixed wing aircraft and on helicopters for TV news coverage. Goodyear, Budweiser, and Sanyo Airship Operations have adopted the Gyron as their preferred aerial photography system. The Gyron line includes specialized film camera stabilization equipment as well as dual sensor surveillance systems used for homeland security.
Scientific or Technical Awards (Class III - Certificate) 1977: For the engineering of the Continental Camera Systems, Inc., Periscope Aerial Camera System.
Scientific or Technical Awards (Class III - Certificate) 1981: For the development of a pitching lens for motion picture photography.
Scientific and Engineering Award 1985: For the development of the Cam-Remote for motion picture photography. (w. Edward Phillips & Carlos DeMattos) Winners presented Academy Plaques.
3 Scientific/Technical Awards