ЗОНТ С КАРКАСОМ В ДВА СЛОЖЕНИЯ

Изобретение относится к легкой промышленности и касается дорожных принадлежностей, в частности складных зонтов с автоматическим раскрытием и складыванием. Изобретение позволяет повысить комфортность пользования зонтом за счет того, что он складывается не намоченной дождем внутренней стороной ткани купола наружу, причем ткань купола поддерживается спицами на всей длине, придавая куполу эстетичную округлую форму. Зонт с каркасом в два сложения содержит шток с рукояткой и головкой, установленный на штоке с возможностью продольного перемещения бугель и охватывающий шток и шарнирно соединенный с головкой зонта и бугелем складной каркас в два сложения, образованный из спиц, содержащих шарнирно соединенные между собой тяги и рычаги, причем, согласно изобретению, каждая спица складного каркаса состоит из упругой проволочной тяги, шарнирно соединенной одним концом с головкой зонта, другим - с рычагом концевой спицы, а средней частью - с шарнирно соединенным с бугелем рычагом первой ступени, шарнирно ...

НАВЕСНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

Навесное устройство, в частности зонт или тент, содержит стержень, навес из гибкого материала, рабочее средство, имеющее возможность перемещаться вдоль стержня для свертывания и развертывания навеса, и средство натяжения навеса. Последнее содержит набор натягивающих элементов. Первые и вторые натягивающие элементы располагаются параллельно на некотором расстоянии от их взаимного соединения, определяя контактную поверхность, которая при нагрузке увеличивается благодаря формированию первыми и вторыми натягивающими элементами увеличенной контактной поверхности, при этом амортизируя нагрузку. Натягивающие элементы имеют существенно более низкую жесткость на изгиб в первом направлении, чем во втором направлении. Второе направление является поперечным по отношению к первому направлению, и при нагрузке натягивающие элементы изгибаются в первом направлении, увеличивая при этом контактную поверхность. Предусмотрен еще один вариант навесного устройства. Изобретение обеспечивает получение конструкции ...

Зонт-трость со съемным тентом

Полезная модель относится к легкой промышленности и касается предметов личного пользования, в частности зонтов, превращаемых в трости с автоматическим открытием и складыванием, и зонтов со съемным верхом. Предлагаемый зонт-трость со съемным тентом включает шток с рукояткой и колпачком с внутренней резьбой, установленный на штоке с возможностью продольного перемещения бугель, каркас, образованный из спиц, причем спицы выполнены телескопическими с возможностью регулирования их длины. Техническим результатом является возможность изменения формы и регулирования площади поверхности съемного тента.

ВЕТРОУСТОЙЧИВЫЙ ЭКСЦЕНТРИКОВЫЙ ЗОНТ

... 1. Ветроустойчивый эксцентриковый зонт, содержащийстержень, каркас, верхнее кольцо, нижнее кольцо и купол,при этом каркас включает спицы и распорки, стержень выполнен проходящим через бегунок, один конец спицы, образующей каркас, шарнирно прикреплен на верхнем кольце, один конец распорки шарнирно прикреплен на спице, а другой - шарнирно прикреплен на нижнем кольце, и купол закреплен на каркасе,между стержнем и бегунком расположены взаимодействующие пружины для управления зонтом или для блокировки открытого зонта,верхняя коронка закреплена на верхней части стержня,два конца на одной стороне основного каркасного элемента, который перекрестным образом шарнирно прикреплен при помощи первого основного подкоса и второго основного подкоса посредством шарнирной оси основного каркасного элемента, соответственно шарнирно соединены с верхним кольцом и нижним кольцом,конец на другой стороне первого основного подкоса, который шарнирно прикреплен на верхнем кольце, шарнирно соединен с бегунком,конец ...

Rib structure for umbrellas - has fixing member for correct positioning of spoke and rib and positioning seat with two projections

The umbrella structure has ribs (10) with positioning seats and flexible connecting spokes (20) which are connected to the stays near the positioning seat. A fixing part (30) encloses the stay and flexible spoke to connect these two parts together. The fixing part (30) which is housed in the positioning seat interacts with the latter so that the fixing part can not spring out of the positioning seat under normal conditions of use once already set in the seat. The positioning seat can have two projections (40) fixed on the stay. ADVANTAGE - Easy manufacture and correct positioning for use.

Ventilated umbrella, has open covering surface between upper and lower caps, providing multiple ventilation openings

When the frame (10) of the umbrella is completely opened, a tie ring (32) is displaced downwards automatically due to the pulling force of cords (40), so that a pressing spring (33) in placed in a tensioned position. The upper edge part (211) of the lower cap (21) is spread in the direction of the shaft (11) under the fulling force of the cords. The covering surface (22) is open between the upper and lower caps (20,21), providing multiple ventilation openings.

Dichtungs-Ausführung für Schiebebuchsen zur Gaswechselsteuerung in Verbrennungsmotoren

Doppelkronenschirm

Schirm, umfassend: eine erste Mittelstütze; eine äußere Krone, die an einem oberen Ende der ersten Mittelstütze befestigt ist; eine zweite Mittelstütze, die röhrenförmig ist und einen Innendurchmesser hat, der größer als ein Außendurchmesser der ersten Mittelstütze ist, um die erste Mittelstütze durch eine obere Endöffnung teleskopartig in sich aufzunehmen, so dass die erste Mittelstütze teleskopartig innerhalb des oberen Endbereichs der zweiten Mittelstütze bewegbar ist; eine innere Krone, die an einem oberen Ende der zweiten Mittelstütze befestigt ist; einen Läufer, der gleitend über einen Außenumfang der zweiten Mittelstütze gesteckt ist und zur manuellen Betätigung in einer kontrollierten Gleitbewegung entlang der zweiten Mittelstütze ausgelegt ist; eine Vielzahl von Rippen, von denen jede ein schwenkbar mit der äußeren Krone verbundenes oberes Ende hat, wobei jede Rippe eine erste Verbindung und eine zweite Verbindung bildet; eine Mehrzahl von ersten Streckelementen, von denen jedes ...

Methode zum Verbinden von Kunststoffteilen mit Stabelementen

Schirm mit Dachstangen, Haupt- und Hilfsstreben

Tarnvorrichtung

Improvements in or relating to Umbrellas.

... 24,564. Scheibler, A. Nov. 4. Combined umbrellas and walking-sticks; holding open and closed; joints.-Means for removably securing an umbrella frame to its stick so that the stick can be used as a walking- stick comprises an upper fitting consisting of two separate parts 2, 3, Fig. 1, secured to the stick 1 by pins 4. The ribs are hinged to the part 2. In a modification, shown in Fig. 2, the upper fitting is made in one piece, the split tapered screw-threaded top end of the part 2 being secured upon the stick by a screw-on member 7. In each form, the lower end of the fitting is provided with grippers 8 that clip over a bead 11 on the sliding lower fitting 3', to which the rib struts 5 are attached, and thus serve to hold the umbrella open. A ring 9, Fig. 2, slides on a tapered split part of the lower fitting 3' and secures the fitting to the stick. In a modification of the form shown in Fig. 2, the tubular section of the upper fitting provided with the grippers 8 is made in two parts, the ...

Improvements in Frames for Umbrellas with a Flattened Cross-Sectional Shape

... 1,199,834. Umbrella of flat cross-section. BREMSHEY & CO. 19 June, 1968 [29 July, 1967], No. 54305/69. Divided out of 1,199,833. Heading A4P. An umbrella having a flattened crosssection when closed has a main slider 7 having a sleeve portion 13 extending towards the handle and diametrically opposed wings carrying the struts, with a locking catch 15 situated on the sleeve adjacent to one of the wings. The umbrella is preferably telescopic with the construction described in Specification 1199833.

SELF-OPENING UMBRELLA FRAME

The invention relates to a self opening umbrella frame having canopy rods (D) which can be shortened in at least a twofold manner and having a stick (1) which is telescopic in at least two stages and has on it a displaceable slider (2), to which lower struts (3) of the canopy linkage are linked, and having a drive spring (F) for raising the slider and opening the frame. In order to reduce the manual force required when pulling the slider down upon closing the umbrella canopy and also to minimise the sliding friction of the spring on the stick, the spring (F) is to supported with its lower end (F') on a rigid abutment (W) of the stick (1) and acts on a crown (20) which is displaceable axially relatively to the top of the stick. ...

Umbrella tip and rib arrangement

An umbrella rib and tip arrangement including an umbrella rib having a front end terminating in a plug rod 31, a T-cap 40 having an arched transverse head 41 mounted in a pocket at the periphery of an umbrella cover and a circular longitudinal cap body 42 perpendicularly extended from the arched transverse head and capped on the plug rod of the umbrella rib.

Detachable canopy for a wheelchair

Umbrella

Unitary umbrella frames

... 968,062. Umbrellas. FINKEL UMBRELLA FRAME CO. Inc. Jan. 8, 1963 [Jan. 8, 1962], No. 898/63. Heading A4P. An umbrella frame 13 comprises a notch 15, runner 17, ribs 16 and stretchers 19, one end of each rib being integral with and hinged to the notch and the opposite ends of each stretcher being integral with and hinged to the runner and to the ribs respectively. The frame to which a fabric or plastic cover 12 is secured is moulded in a plastic, e.g. polypropylene, in two parts, an upper spider 25 consisting of the notch and the ribs and a lower spider 26 having stretchers 19 radiating from a collar 18 on the runner, self-hinges 21, 22, 23 being provided in the moulding process by forming thinned, flattened portions in the ribs and stretchers which are of rectangular, square, round &c. cross-section. The two spiders are then joined at the self-hinge 22 by heat or heat and pressure. In modifications the ribs are arched and the frame is moulded in one piece. The invention is applicable to ...

Improved umbrella

Aerodynamic parasol

An aerodynamic parasol 10 comprises an elongate support member 12 having a ground end 34 and a finial end 32, and a plurality of rigid elongate rectilinear rib elements 14 which are connected to the support member 12 at the finial end 32 by a radially movable hinge mechanism 37. A runner mechanism 16 is provided for pivotably moving the rib elements 14 between a stowage position and an erected position at which the rib elements 14 are perpendicular to the support member 12. The canopy element 20, in the erected position, is drawn taut by radially outwards movement of a pivot axis of the hinge mechanism 37 to form the planar or substantially planar surface. A substantially flat canopy is more likely to withstand strong winds.

Improvements in and relating to hinges for umbrella frames

An umbrella hinge (14) comprising first and second hollow members (3, 6) of glass reinforced plastics material connecting a rib (1) and a spoke (4) respectively of the umbrella. The first hollow member (3) has a through-bore and is bonded adhesively to a first frame element extending fittingly therethrough, the adhesive extending into lateral holes (8) through the member's wall thereby, when dry, to provide a mechanical locking effect in addition to the adhesive bonding effect. The second hollow member (6) has a helically grooved blind bore and is bonded adhesively to the end of a second frame element inserted fittingly therein, the adhesive extending into a lateral hole (9) through the member's wall thereby, when dry, to provide a mechanical locking effect in addition to the adhesive bonding effect. The hinge members are pivotally interconnected by a pivot pin (7) extending through the two limbs (2) of a bifurcation on one member and the tongue (5) on the other member disposed between ...

Umbrella frame

A CANOPY

Improvements in or relating to umbrellas, sunshades and the like

... 489,129. Umbrellas. WAGLAND, H.A. May 7, 1937, No. 13116. Drawings to Specification. [Class 134] An umbrella comprises a frame, which is adapted to retain itself in a fully closed position against the stick, and a runner which projects beyond the rib tips so that, to open the umbrella, the only operation necessary consists in pushing the runner up the stick. The runner may telescope over the handle and the frame may comprise stretchers each of which consists of two spring strips secured together at certain points and to strips of adjacent ribs at other points so that they bend when the umbrella is opened.

Electrical umbrella and canopy mchanism

Electrical umbrella and canopy mchanism

FUNNEL SCREEN

FUNNEL SCREEN

UMBRELLA

SONNENSCHIRM, ÜBERDACHUNGSREGENSCHIRM ODER SCHIRMKONSTRUKTION

METHOD FOR CONNECTING PLASTIC PARTS WITH BARS

Screen also in closed condition of flat cross-sectional shape

UP ONE AND FOLD UP-CASH OR CELEBRATION INSTALLED SCREEN CONSTRUCTION

SCREEN

Umbrella

Automated and intelligent shading systems

An intelligent shading object comprises a base assembly and an umbrella support assembly. The umbrella support assembly is coupled to the base assembly and comprises a first processor and a first motor assembly. The first motor assembly rotates an umbrella support assembly about a vertical axis in response to commands and/or signals generated by the first processor. The umbrella assembly further comprises a stem assembly and a center support assembly, where the center support assembly further comprises a second processor, a second motor assembly, a lower assembly, an upper assembly, and a hinging assembly. The second processor communicates signals and/or commands to the second motor assembly and the second motor assembly drives the upper assembly to rotate with respect to the lower assembly via the hinging assembly.

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO UMBRELLAS

UMBRELLA CONSTRUCTION

IMPROVED UMBRELLA

Umbrellas with improvements that make the umbrella easier to control. The improvements include an edge of the umbrella canopy that presents a convex surface to the flow of air across the canopy and that also may direct the flow of air away from the underside of the canopy and away from the user of the umbrella, gutters for directing the flow of water on the canopy, spoilers for modifying the flow of air across the canopy, windsocks that release air pressure under the canopy by inflating, and canopies with streamlined shapes, including shapes that may be modified by the user or modify themselves in response to the flow of air.

OUTDOOR UMBRELLA

An umbrella which opens into a noteworthy enlarged expanse due to outer fabric-supporting struts being urged through sliding movement along inner fabric-supporting struts, so that the two fabrics cooperate to provide the enlarged expanse to the umbrella.

RIB STRUCTURE FOR AN UMBRELLA

RIB STRUCTURE FOR AN UMBRELLA This invention relates to an umbrella rib structure in which a positioning seat is provided at a proper location on the rib so that a fixing member can easily slide into that positioning seat, but is held against removal therefrom. A flexible linking spoke is loosely enclosed by the fixing member, thereby slidably connecting it to the rib adjacent the positioning seat.

Lager für Schirmdachstäbchen.

Dispositif d'articulation des baleines d'un parapluie ou autre objet analogue.

Einrichtung zum Festhalten von Schirmstäben an Schirmen.

Armatura per ombrelli o parasoli.

Schirm.

Vorrichtung zur Befestigung der Stäbe am Stock und an der Laufhülse von Regenschirmen und dergl.

Armatura per ombrelli o parasoli.

Lager für Schirmstäbchen und ähnliche Gegenstände.

Armature de parapluie.

Verkürzbarer Schirm.

Schirm.

Schirm.

Dachgestell für Schirme.

Elément d'armature de parapluie et procédé de fabrication dudit élément.

Armatura per ombrelli, parasoli ecc.

Strandschirm.

Parapluie ou parasol

Gelenkverbindung an Schirmgestellen.

Fächerartige Sonnenschutzvorrichtung

Rohling für Schirmgestell

Schirm

Schirm, insbesondere verkürzbarer Schirm, mit in geschlossenem Zustand flacher Querschnittsform

Parasol

Regenschirm

Schirm

SELFOPENING TASCHENSCHIRM.

Funnel screen.

Rail support for sun screen.

Die erfindungsgemässe Geländer-Halterung umfasst eine Büchse (1) zum Einstecken des Ständers (3) eines Sonnenschirms. Die Wandung dieser Büchse (1) ist mit mindestens einer radial in sich einschraubbaren Spannschraube (5) mit Spanngriff (6) oder Spannrad durchsetzt. Damit kann die Büchse (1) mit dem in sich von oben eingesteckten Ständerrohr (3) eines Schirmes verspannt werden. Die Büchse (1) wird von mindestens zwei Rohrschellen (7) umfasst, die über einen Steg (8) mit je einer weiteren Rohrschelle (9) versehen ist, zum Festschrauben dieser freiliegenden Rohrschellen (9) an einem Geländerteil (10) oder an einem separat an einer Geländerbrüstung festklemmbaren Profil.

ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИЙ МЕХАНИЗМ ЗОНТА И КУПОЛА

Раскрыт проводящий купол механизм для ручных зонтов. Проводящий купол механизм предназначен, в первую очередь, для электрических зонтов, хотя может использоваться и для управляемых вручную зонтов. Проводящий купол механизм имеет короткое перемещение между раскрытым и закрытым состояниями зонта, и его принцип действия основан на использовании пальчиковых скользящих соединений между ребрами зонта и проводящим купол механизмом, что позволяет получить безраспорочный купол (т.е. купол без распорок, проходящих между штоком зонта и ребрами). Раскрыто также ребро зонта, имеющее гибкий конец, предназначенное в первую очередь для безраспорочных зонтов. Раскрыт также безраспорочный зонт, содержащий указанный проводящий купол механизм и ребра с гибкими концами, включая варианты осуществления купола одно- и многоступенчатого сложения.

ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИЙ МЕХАНИЗМ ЗОНТА И КУПОЛА

Раскрыт проводящий купол механизм для ручных зонтов. Проводящий купол механизм предназначен в первую очередь для электрических зонтов, хотя может использоваться и для управляемых вручную зонтов. Проводящий купол механизм имеет короткое перемещение между раскрытым и закрытым состояниями зонта, и его принцип действия основан на использовании пальчиковых скользящих соединений между ребрами зонта и проводящим купол механизмом, что позволяет получить безраспорочный купол (т.е. купол без распорок, проходящих между штоком зонта и ребрами). Раскрыто также ребро зонта, имеющее гибкий конец, предназначенное в первую очередь для безраспорочных зонтов. Раскрыт также безраспорочный зонт, содержащий указанный проводящий купол механизм и ребра с гибкими концами, включая варианты осуществления купола одно- и многоступенчатого сложения.

ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИЙ МЕХАНИЗМ ЗОНТА И КУПОЛА

Раскрыт проводящий купол механизм для ручных зонтов. Проводящий купол механизм предназначен в первую очередь для электрических зонтов, хотя может использоваться и для управляемых вручную зонтов. Проводящий купол механизм имеет короткое перемещение между раскрытым и закрытым состояниями зонта, и его принцип действия основан на использовании пальчиковых скользящих соединений между ребрами зонта и проводящим купол механизмом, что позволяет получить безраспорочный купол (т.е. купол без распорок, проходящих между штоком зонта и ребрами). Раскрыто также ребро зонта, имеющее гибкий конец, предназначенное, в первую очередь, для безраспорочных зонтов. Раскрыт также безраспорочный зонт, содержащий указанный проводящий купол механизм и ребра с гибкими концами, включая варианты осуществления купола одно- и многоступенчатого сложения.

Connection pieces, umbrella framework structure units and umbrella with umbrella framework structure units

The invention relates to connection pieces, umbrella framework structure units and an umbrella with the umbrella framework structure units. The connection pieces are mainly suitable for connecting umbrella ribs; the umbrella framework structure units are mainly suitable for manufacturing an umbrella framework; and the umbrella with the umbrella framework structure units is mainly suitable for preventing rain or sun. The umbrella comprises a main umbrella rod, the umbrella framework and an umbrella surface, wherein the umbrella framework comprises a plurality of the umbrella framework structure units, y-shaped telescopic joints and unit connection pieces; each umbrella framework structure unit comprises two connection pieces and a plurality of X-shaped telescopic joints; vertical through holes are formed in the centers of the connection pieces; more than three umbrella rib hinging parts used for hinging the umbrella ribs are arranged on the edges of the connection pieces; the X-shaped telescopic ...

Parapluie en forme de couvre-chef a deux modes d'utilisation

Le parapluie selon l'invention a la forme d'un couvre-chef, en particulier d'une casquette de sport, et peut etre porte pendant son utilisation, a la main ou sur la tete grace a un ajustement particulier possible pour repondre aux besoins du moment. Quand le parapluie est porte sur la tete de l'utilisateur, une couronne 30 du parapluie entoure la peripherie de la tete et un element ou patin d'appui 12 porte contre le dessus de la tete, le parapluie etant ainsi supporte de facon stable.

Fittings for barrels of umbrellas

Parapluie à structure simplifiée et à bas prix de revient

Le parapluie selon l'invention comprend un mât 1 dont une extrémité sert de poignée 2, tandis que l'autre extrémité 4 constitue un embout sur lequel sont articulées des baleines radiales 3 mobiles dans des plans axiaux entre une position déployée et une position repliée contre le mât 1, et une toile de parapluie 6 fixée sur lesdites baleines. Il comprend en outre un coulisseau monté coulissant sur le mât 1 entre une position d'ouverture dans laquelle il vient en butée sur lesdites baleines 3 en les maintenant en position déployée et une position de fermeture dans laquelle les baleines peuvent se replier contre le mât 1. Des moyens de blocage déconnectables sont prévus pour assurer un maintien temporaire du coulisseau 7 en position d'ouverture. Ce parapluie peut être réalisé en trois pièces réalisées en matière plastique moulée.

Collapsible umbrella

System of connection forming clevis pin between a fork and a branch of umbrella

UMBRELLA OF SIMPLIFIED STRUCTURE AND LOW MANUFACTURING COST

Improvements in umbrellas

Small directional, retractable sunshade in its handle

PARAPLUIE

LA PRESENTE INVENTION CONCERNE UN PARAPLUIE, CARACTERISE EN CE QUE LES LOBES 6 SONT FORMES SUR LE BORD SITUE A L'EXTERIEUR RADIALEMENT D'UNE BAGUE DE PALIER 5 DISPOSEE A UNE EXTREMITE DE LA DOUILLE CYLINDRIQUE 3 ET S'ECARTANT A PEU PRES A ANGLE DROIT EN DIRECTION RADIALE ET SONT SOUS LA FORME D'EQUERRES A DEUX AILES DONT LA PREMIERE AILE 6A, FORMEE SUR LA BAGUE DE PALIER 5, EST DIRIGEE A PEU PRES PARALLELEMENT A LA SURFACE LATERALE DE LA DOUILLE 3, AVEC ESPACEMENT, TANDIS QUE LA DEUXIEME AILE 6B, DANS L'ETAT INITIAL, S'ECARTE DE LA PREMIERE 6A A PEU PRES A ANGLE DROIT EN DIRECTION RADIALE, UN PLI RADIAL R ENTRE LA PREMIERE 6A ET LA DEUXIEME AILE 6B FORMANT CHAQUE FOIS UN SEGMENT DE PLATEAU DE PALIER DE LA COQUILLE DE PALIER, CORRESPONDANT AU RAYON DU TOURILLON ET RESTANT NON DEFORME LORSQU'ON ROULE L'EXTREMITE LIBRE DE LA DEUXIEME AILE 6B.

Furnished for branches with umbrella

PARAPLUIE A VISIERE.

UN PARAPLUIE COMPORTE UNE VISIERE10 QUI S'ETEND A PARTIR DU POURTOUR DE LA COUVERTURE2 D'UN PARAPLUIE CLASSIQUE ET QUI PEUT SE PLIER LORSQU'ON REPLIE LE PARAPLUIE. LE PARAPLUIE DE LA PRESENTE INVENTION ELIMINE LES INCONVENIENTS DES PARAPLUIES CLASSIQUES QUI NE PERMETTENT PAS LA PROTECTION DES JAMBES DE L'UTILISATEUR ET BLOQUENT SA VISION LORSQUE LE PARAPLUIE EST UTILISE POUR SE PROTEGER CONTRE UNE PLUIE TOMBANT DE BIAIS.

MODEL UMBRELLA WITH CONTROLLED COMFORTABLE

L'invention concerne un modèle de parasol comprenant un pied de parasol, un manche, une ossature composée d'une monture, ainsi que d'un dispositif d'éclairage, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend : une unité de commande destinée à contrôler le dispositif d'éclairage et comprenant une carte de circuit imprimé, un circuit imprimé de commande tactile, un circuit imprimé de commande à distance, et un connecteur d'alimentation pour les composants électriques, respectivement placés en série et viennent former ensemble le système d'éclairage permettant audit circuit imprimé de commande à distance d'activer ou de désactiver le fonctionnement du circuit imprimé de commande tactile. Le présent modèle d'utilité présente les intérêts suivants : à l'aide de la télécommande, dont le signal de réception est coordonné avec le circuit imprimé de commande à distance correspondant, il est possible de télécommander le parasol ; grâce à une pression tactile sur le parasol, il est possible de commander de manière ...

UMBRELLA LIGHT EMITTING

L'invention a pour objet un parasol (1) émettant de la lumière comprenant un socle (3), un tube (2) de parasol, monté sur le socle (3), une toile (4) de parasol fixée sur des baleines (5), caractérisé par le fait que le tube (2) de parasol est transparent ou partiellement transparent et comprend dans celui-ci au moins un module lumineux (7, 8, 9) et un module de commande et d'alimentation (10) du ou des modules lumineux (7, 8, 9), alimentant en électricité le ou les modules lumineux (7, 8, 9) et commandant la couleur et l'intensité de la lumière émise par chacun de ceux-ci, le ou les modules lumineux (7, 8, 9) et le module de commande et d'alimentation (10) étant superposés les uns au-dessus des autres dans la direction longitudinale du tube (2) de parasol et portant des connecteurs pour une connexion bout à bout en série du ou des modules lumineux (7, 8, 9) et du module de commande et d'alimentation (10) à l'intérieur du tube (2).

A RETRACTABLE DISPLAY MODEL

Un modèle de présentoir rétractable, comprenant un cadre pliable, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend : ledit cadre comprenant des tubes permettant l'insertion de parasols, ainsi que des bras servant à raccorder les tubes. Les tubes sont installés sur deux rangées avant et arrière. Les bras forment un ensemble relié en haut et en bas. Ils permettent de faire pivoter respectivement les deux extrémités supérieure et inférieure des tubes auxquelles ils sont raccordés. Chaque ensemble de paire de bras vient s'entrecroiser en formant un X et permet aux deux rangées avant et arrière de tubes raccordés entre eux de s'étendre ou de se replier. La partie centrale des bras dispose d'un trou central. Les ensembles de paire de bras formant une croix entre les parties supérieure et inférieure correspondantes sont reliés mutuellement de manière rotative au moyen de l'axe central. Le présent modèle d'utilité dispose d'une structure simple, facile à manipuler et à moindre coût. Il peut être utilisé pour la ...

LATERAL DEPLOYMENT UMBRELLA.

L'invention concerne un parasol à déploiement latéral comprenant une toile d'ombrage (36) et une armature (10). Ladite armature (10) comporte d'une part une tige principale (12) et au moins une tige latérale (14), et d'autre part un organe de liaison (16). Ladite au moins une tige latérale (14) étant mobile entre une position rapprochée de ladite tige principale (12) dans laquelle ladite toile d'ombrage (36) est pliée et une position écartée dans laquelle ladite toile d'ombrage est dépliée. Ladite armature (10) comprend en outre, au moins une autre tige latérale (14), et au moins un autre organe de liaison (16) monté sur ladite tige principale (12) à distance dudit un organe de liaison, de manière à pouvoir monter à pivotement ladite au moins une autre tige latérale (14) selon un autre axe sensiblement parallèle à ladite droite perpendiculaire à ladite tige principale (12).

Structural connection device for e.g. chevrons of tropical type outdoor umbrella, has lattices individually forming trapezoid modules, and with rigid bars, where lattices are connected by rods, bars or tubes that are fixed inside lattices

Dispositif pour assembler simplement, rapidement et de façon modulaire, tous les éléments constitutifs d'une charpente de parasol de type tropical sur son poteau. L'invention concerne un dispositif permettant en premier lieu, la liaison entre les chevrons (5) et les pannes (6) sur le poteau (25) d'un parasol de type tropical; en second lieu, la liaison entre les chevrons (5) eux-mêmes. Il est constitué pour une part, d'une pièce centrale creuse de type cylindrique ou autre, permettant dans son évidement la pénétration du poteau (25), et présentant sur ses deux extrémités, soudées ou fixées, deux pièces rigides (2) et (3) en forme de disque ou autre, sur lesquelles viennent se fixer les chevrons (5) et les pannes (6); pour une deuxième part, de treillis (7) ou (7bis), permettant grâce à leur gabarit trapézoïdal constitué de barres, tubes ou tiges, latérales et transversales, de se fixer de façon modulaire sur le dessus des chevrons adjacents, pour rigidifier la charpente du parasol, et supporter ...

BRACES SIMILAR UMBRELLA AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AFORESAID THE REINFORCEMENT

Compact folding umbrella unit - has main stretchers pivotally connected at lower end with lower boss slidable along shaft

Device with slide or running for umbrellas and sunshades

Improvements in the limbs and joints of branches of umbels umbrellas and mounts

PREFABRICATED UMBRELLA KIT CAPABLE OF BEING VARIOUSLY EXPRESSED

The present invention relates to a prefabricated umbrella kit capable of being variously expressed, which is assembled according to a desired style of a user through simple configuration and assembling processes for getting away from a uniform structure of a traditional umbrella while having a basic umbrella function to be capable of expressing a user′s own personality and is applied to the traditional umbrella to have generality. The present invention provides the prefabricated umbrella kit comprising: a shaft including a column shaped core member, a ring member coupled to an outer circumferential surface of the core member, a plurality of support ribs having one ends coupled to a fixture, coupled to an upper part of the core member, to be able to rotate and radially extended from the fixture and stretcher ribs having one ends coupled to the ring member and the other ends coupled to central parts of the support ribs; a prefabricated canopy member including a coupler coupled to an upper ...

UMBRELLA WITH SEPARABLE COVER

The present invention relates to an umbrella with a separable cover to freely attach and detach umbrella ribs and an umbrella cover by coupling protruding units of the umbrella ribs, which are connector parts, and a protruding unit of the umbrella cover. The umbrella with a separable cover comprises: a shaft forming the shape of the umbrella and supporting the umbrella; umbrella ribs vertically connected with the shaft and extended, and forming the entire shape of the umbrella cover; connector parts attached to the upper part of the umbrella ribs and coupling the umbrella ribs and the umbrella cover; an umbrella cover attached to the upper part of the connector parts and blocking rain; a transfer member located on an upper end part of the shaft and folding and unfolding the overall umbrella; and a handle coupled to a lower end part of the shaft and held by a hand when a user has the umbrella. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 (2) Movable member (front) ...

Automatic inverted umbrella

UMBRELLA RIB

An umbrella rib (1) is disclosed, comprising a body having a proximal end (1a), a distal end (1b), and a most distant fulcrum (1c) at a location there between, which is the most distant point on the rib supported to the umbrella stick. The invented rib is characterized by a directional bending unit (2; 6) constituting a member of the rib body in some mid portion between the distal end and the most distant fulcrum. The directional bending unit is configured to allow bending a rib portion (4) in a first direction (CW) respective to a linearity axis (7) of the rib (1), in response to a small shaping force interacting with the rib through a tensioning canopy fabric, and to prevent bending of said rib's portion (4) in a direction (CCW) opposite to the first even by forces to a substantial extent greater than the shaping force. A method for providing umbrellas with a mushroom-like canopy shape is also disclosed, comprising providing an umbrella with a plurality of ribs each having a directional ...

SHADE STRUCTURES SUCH AS UMBRELLAS

This invention is concerned with shade structures, such as umbrellas, particularly large free-standing umbrellas, which have variable geometry. In preferred embodiments, the invention provides umbrellas that comprise multiple sets of ribs supporting a canopy structure and having a mechanism associated with each set of ribs for influencing the angle or elevation of the rib sets.

Foldable vehicle shading umbrella

A foldable vehicle shading umbrella provides shading for top portion of vehicle. It includes a central hub holding a group of tubular elements extended form the central hub to hold the folding arms respectively, and the group of the folding arms radially extended from the central hub, and an awning shelter supported by the folding arms for sheltering top portion of the vehicle includes windows. Each of the folding arms includes two cylindrical rods and one pair of hinges. The two cylindrical rods are coupled with each other by using the one pair of hinges.

Operation system for umbrellas

An operation system for umbrellas includes a multiple-section shaft with a top cap connected to a top thereof and the top cap has a first extension which includes a flexible part formed thereto. A protrusion extends from a distal end of the flexible part. A runner is movably mounted to the shaft and the first extension. The runner has a second extension which has a positioning hole so as to receive the protrusion to stop the runner from moving downward. A hollow sleeve is movably mounted to the second extension and drives the runner to move along the shaft. The sleeve has a compressing member to compress the protrusion inward to disengage the protrusion from the positioning hole when folding the umbrella.

INTEGRATED ILLUMINATION PART AND LEAD FRAME OF UMBRELLA

The manufacturing method of the integrated illumination part used in the present invention is to install annular lead frame with luminous LED chip on main part body of the umbrella, then package into one unity with transparent material such as plastic or silica gel, for example, slip ring, installation seat, handle and other parts can be used to produce the part. The purpose of the present aims at innovating the structure of annular lead frame made of sheet metal whereby to increase the mass production of integrated illumination part and diversity of light source, and fully to utilize high heat dissipation capacity of umbrella parts. It includes single-layer and multilayer structure according to the functional demand of LED chip; the manufacturing method of annular lead frame is first to produce LED chip and lead frame into LED lead frame, then bend it into annular with jig according to the appearance of main part body and fix power pin into annular structure with fastener. 1. An integrated illumination part and the lead frame of umbrella , wherein the integrated illumination part made of movable collar assembly , there is a central hole for shaft passed through by the shaft , sliding up and down on the shaft , the structure contains main movable collar body , annular lead frame and transparent package , characterized in that the features are:Exterior annular surface of main movable collar body contains top annular surface, middle annular surface and bottom annular surface. The middle annular surface is equipped with plural fixed slots to fix linkages, which can be used as heat dissipating surface of LED chip group; top annular surface is used to install annular lead frame, top annular surface is also equipped with faying surface and fastener's fixed surface that is used to fit the underside of installation seat of annular lead frame. The fastener's fixed surface is used to fix wire fastener; annular lead frame is made by bending LED lead frame into form by means of ...

Umbrella

An umbrella includes a runner slidably mounted on a central shaft to spread and collapse rib-and-stretcher units to which a canopy is mounted. Each rib-and-stretcher unit includes a support rib, a stretcher, and an extension rib. When the runner is moved from an upper position to an uppermost position, each extension rib is driven to slide outwardly relative to a corresponding support rib via a pivot connection between a corresponding stretcher and the extension rib, and a main portion of the canopy is moved together with the extension ribs to outwardly draw a central portion of the canopy, which movably surrounds the central shaft, to partially cover each support rib.

Delta-Shaped Umbrella Having a Spring-Loaded Hub

A delta-shaped umbrella apparatus for shading or shielding a user from the rain includes a hub configured for receiving a handle. The hub has a plurality of spring receptacles, and a plurality of springs, with each spring having a coiled portion, a lower anchoring portion, and an upper anchoring portion. Each spring receptacle has a spring chamber configured to hold the coiled portion, at least one anchoring hole configured for the lower anchoring portion to be inserted therethrough, and a slot. A plurality of ribs are anchored to the plurality of springs' upper anchoring portions, and each slot is configured to allow the a rib to swing through a predetermined range of motion relative to the hub. The range of motion defines an arc extending from a position substantially parallel to the handle to a position substantially perpendicular to the handle. 1. A delta-shaped umbrella apparatus for sun-shading or shielding a user from the rain , the apparatus comprising:a hub configured for receiving a handle, the hub further configured to have a first spring receptacle, a second spring receptacle, and a third spring receptacle;a first spring having a first coiled portion, a first lower anchoring portion and a first upper anchoring portion;a second spring having a second coiled portion, a second lower anchoring portion, and a second upper anchoring portion;a third spring having a third coiled portion, a third lower anchoring portion, and a third upper anchoring portion;the first spring receptacle having a first spring chamber configured to hold the first coiled portion, a first anchoring hole configured for the first lower anchoring portion to be inserted therethrough, and a first slot;the second spring receptacle having a second spring chamber configured to hold the second coiled portion, a second anchoring hole configured for the second lower anchoring portion to be inserted therethrough, and a second slot;the third spring receptacle having a third spring chamber configured ...

FLEXIBLE CANOPY

Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a flexible canopy. In one embodiment, the flexible canopy includes a central shaft, a sliding collar, a plurality of supports, a plurality of tensioners, a tensioner connection hub, and a membrane. The sliding collar is slidably connected to and surrounds the central shaft. A first end of each of the supports is connected to the sliding collar, and a second end of each of the supports is connected to the membrane near the edge of the membrane. Each of the tensioners is connected at one end to a different one of the supports and at the other end to the tensioner connection hub. In one embodiment, the flexible canopy includes a handle connected to a first, lower end of the central shaft. In other embodiments, the first, lower end of the central shaft includes or is insertable into a base. 1. A canopy comprising:a membrane having a folded configuration and an unfolded configuration;a plurality of sheaths attached to the membrane;a plurality of supports each having an undeformed shape and including a top end, an opposing bottom end, and a body extending therebetween, wherein the top ends the plurality of supports are respectively disposed within the plurality of sheaths;a plurality of tensioners each having a top end connected to one of the sheaths at a fixed location along said sheath and an opposing bottom end;a central shaft including a top end and an opposing bottom end, wherein each support is coupled to the central shaft; anda collar to which the bottom ends of the plurality of tensioners are connected, the collar surrounding the central shaft and being slidably connected to the central shaft such that the collar is movable relative to the central shaft toward the bottom end of the central shaft to cause the membrane to shift from the folded configuration to the unfolded configuration via the tensioners exerting tensile forces on the sheaths to which the tensioners are connected, which causes the supports that ...

COMBINED TABLE-UMBRELLA

A combined table-umbrella includes a table and an umbrella. The umbrella includes an umbrella canopy, an umbrella pole and an umbrella skeleton connecting the umbrella pole and the umbrella canopy to hold up the umbrella canopy. The umbrella also includes a light source disposed at the umbrella skeleton for lighting. The table includes a circuit hub, an energy storage device, a wireless charging module, a USB charging port and a WiFi signal enhancement module, wherein the circuit hub is electrically connected to the energy storage device, and the wireless charging module, the USB charging port and the WiFi signal enhancement module are electrically connected to the circuit hub, respectively. The combined table-umbrella of the present invention has multiple functions such as lighting, wireless and cable charging, and WiFi signal sources enhancing for electronic products. 1. A combined table-umbrella comprising a table and an umbrella , wherein the umbrella comprises an umbrella canopy , an umbrella pole and an umbrella skeleton , the umbrella skeleton connects the umbrella pole and the umbrella canopy to hold up the umbrella canopy , the umbrella comprises a light source , the light source is disposed at the umbrella skeleton for lighting , and the table comprises a circuit hub , an energy storage device , a wireless charging module , a USB charging port and a WiFi signal enhancement module , wherein the circuit hub is electrically connected to the energy storage device , and the wireless charging module , the USB charging port and the WiFi signal enhancement module are electrically connected to the circuit hub , respectively.2. The combined table-umbrella as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the umbrella further comprises a light guiding element disposed at the umbrella skeleton for guiding light rays emitted by the light source.3. The combined table-umbrella as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the circuit hub has a control chip claim 1 , the WiFi signal enhancement module ...

SUNSHADE AND METHOD OF PREPARING A CANOPY

A sunshade includes a support frame and a canopy connected to the support frame and including a light-transmissible fabric sheet of undyed yarns that has opposite inner and outer surfaces, an ink layer formed on one of the inner and outer surfaces of the light-transmissible fabric sheet using dye-sublimation printing techniques, and an opaque enamel coating coated on the other of the inner and outer surfaces of the light-transmissible fabric sheet The undyed yarns are woven and cross one another to form fabric pores thereamong. The opaque enamel coating fills the fabric pores. A method of preparing a canopy is disclosed. 1. A sunshade comprising:a support frame; anda canopy connected to said support frame and including a light-transmissible fabric sheet of undyed yarns that has opposite inner and outer surfaces, an ink layer formed on one of said inner and outer surfaces of said light-transmissible fabric sheet using dye-sublimation printing techniques, and an opaque enamel coating coated on the other of said inner and outer surfaces of said light-transmissible fabric sheet;wherein said undyed yarns are woven and cross one another to form fabric pores thereamong, said opaque enamel coating filling said fabric pores.2. The sunshade as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said ink layer includes a pigment claim 1 , and is free of an adhesive resin.3. The sunshade as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said adhesive resin includes a polyurethane-acrylic polymer.4. The sunshade as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said enamel coating includes a pigment component and an adhesive resin.5. The sunshade as claimed in claim 4 , wherein said pigment component is a color masterbatch.6. The sunshade as claimed in claim 4 , wherein said adhesive resin includes a polyurethane-acrylic polymer.7. The sunshade as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said undyed yarns are made from a material selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl chloride claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , aliphatic diisocyanates claim ...

UMBRELLA FRAME

An umbrella assembly is provided that includes a frame, a canopy, an extension and a base. The frame includes a post and top piece, a number of arms, a number of connectors, a lift ring and a locking pin. The post includes a number of rod members attached together in adjacent parallel space orientation with a top piece which rotatably attaches to each of a number of arms each arm having a number of arm rod members attached together in adjacent parallel space orientation. Each arm is rotatably attached to one end of a connector. The other end of each connector is rotatably attached to the lift ring. Raising and lowering the lift ring opens and closes the umbrella arms. The locking pin holds the lift ring in an upper position. 1. An umbrella frame , comprising:a center post comprising a plurality of parallel post rods spaced apart from one another by a plurality of post rod spacers distributed along the length of the center post;a plurality of arms extending outwardly from a top end of the center post, each arm being connected to the center post by a first rotatable connection member;a lift ring mounted circumferentially to the center post and being moveable up and down the center post; anda plurality of connector arms, each connector arm having a first end connected to the lift ring and a second end connected to a fixed intermediate location along one of the arms, each connector arm being connected to the lift ring by a second rotatable connection member, and each connector arm being connected to the fixed intermediate location along one of the arms by a third rotatable connection member; a first disk with a central opening,', 'a second disk with a central opening, and', 'an axial member passing through the central openings of the first and second disks permitting the first and second disks to rotate with respect to one another., 'at least one of the first, second or third rotatable connection members comprise2. The umbrella frame of claim 1 , wherein the first disk ...

SUNSHADE AND SUNSHADE BASE THEREOF

This invention provides a sunshade and a sunshade base thereof. The sunshade base, configured to be connected with a sunshade rod to support a sunshade top, the sunshade includes: a support, an upper side of the support is provided with a connection member for being connected with the sunshade rod; a moving assembly, rolling or sliding to drive the support to move; and a counterweight, the support has a counterweight area for supporting the counterweight. When the sunshade needs to be moved, it only needs to drive the moving assembly to roll or slide, thereby driving the support and the whole sunshade to move. Compared with the prior art in which several people is required to work together to move the sunshade, this invention greatly reduces the labor intensity of moving the sunshade, thereby making the moving of the sunshade more time-saving and labor-saving. 1. A sunshade base , configured to be connected with a sunshade rod to support a sunshade top , the sunshade base comprising:a support, wherein an upper side of the support is provided with a connection member for being connected with the sunshade rod;a moving assembly, wherein the moving assembly rolls or slides to drive the support to move; anda counterweight, wherein the support has a counterweight area for supporting the counterweight.2. The sunshade base according to claim 1 , wherein the moving assembly is a wheel.3. The sunshade base according to claim 1 , wherein the support comprises a frame and a supporting rod disposed at an inner side of the frame claim 1 , and two ends of the supporting rod are connected with the frame.4. The sunshade base according to claim 3 , wherein one of the inner side of the frame and the ends of the supporting rod is provided with engaging portions and the other one is provided with engaging slots claim 3 , and the supporting rod is disposed at the frame by engaging the engaging portions inside the engaging slots.5. The sunshade base according to claim 3 , wherein the ...

UMBRELLA WITH OFFSET GORE

An umbrella includes a shaft and a runner is movably mounted to the shaft. A frame unit is connected to the runner and a top of the shaft. The frame unit extends laterally from the shaft. A first cap and a second cap are connected to the distal end of the frame unit. A rib unit is connected to the frame unit so as to be connected to a gore whose center is located offset from the axis of the shaft. A positioning portion is connected to the top of the shaft or the top of the runner. A positioning rib unit is pivotably connected to the positioning portion. The positioning portion firmly supports the positioning rib unit and the gore when the umbrella is opened. 1. An umbrella comprising:a shaft and a runner movably mounted to the shaft;a frame unit connected to the runner and a top of the shaft, the frame unit having a first link and a second link, the first and second links pivotably connected to each other at two respective mediate portions thereof, the frame unit extending laterally from the shaft, a distal end of the first link connected to a first cap, a distal end of the second link connected to a second cap;a rib unit connected to the first and second caps, a gore connected to the rib unit and located offset from an axis of the shaft, anda positioning portion connected to the top of the shaft or a top of the runner, a positioning rib unit pivotably connected to the positioning portion, the positioning rib unit pivotably connected to the frame unit, when the umbrella is opened, the positioning rib unit is stable and the gore is stably opened by the positioning portion.2. The umbrella as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the positioning portion is connected to the top of the shaft claim 1 , the positioning rib unit has a positioning stretcher which is pivotably connected between the runner and the positioning rib unit.3. The umbrella as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the positioning portion is connected to the top of the runner and has a pivotal hole which is located ...

FOLDABLE ARTICULATED ARM

It is described a foldable articulated arm comprising a first rod-shaped element, a second rod-shaped element and a third rod-shaped element foldable one another and at least three stretching element of the rod-shaped elements, arranged to form a system of four-bar linkages, further comprising a plurality of joint elements of the rod-shaped elements and the stretching elements and having, at the opposite ends, a retaining mechanism for a respective combining with a tube and an umbrella sheet, wherein the rod-shaped elements, the joint elements, the stretching elements and the retaining mechanism are all made integral in a single piece of plastic material constituting the foldable articulated arm. 1. Foldable articulated arm comprising a first rod-shaped element , a second rod-shaped element and a third rod-shaped element foldable one another and at least three stretching element of said rod-shaped elements , arranged to form a system of four-bar linkages , further comprising a plurality of joint elements of said rod-shaped elements and said stretching elements and having , at the opposite ends , retaining means for a respective combining with a tube and an umbrella sheet , wherein said rod-shaped elements , said joint elements , said stretching elements and said retaining means are all made integral in a single piece of plastic material constituting said foldable articulated arm.2. Foldable articulated arm according to claim 1 , wherein from said at least three stretching elements claim 1 , a first stretching element has one free end and one opposite end hinged to said first rod-shaped element claim 1 , a second stretching element has one end hinged to said first stretching element and one opposite end hinged to said second rod-shape element and a third stretching element has one end hinged to said first rod-shaped element and one opposite end hinged to one end of said third rod-shaped element claim 1 , and wherein said third stretching element essentially comprises ...

ARM-HELD UMBRELLA

An arm-held umbrella includes an umbrella and an arm connector. One end of a supporting rod of the umbrella is mechanically connected with the arm connector so that the umbrella can rotate at a certain included angle relative to the length direction of the arm; the arm connector can be wrapped and fixed on the arm, and can also be used as a handle for holding umbrella by hand. Exactly, the umbrella attachable to the arm is “a multipurpose umbrella”, which can not only be attached to arm but also be held by hand. Especially, holding the umbrella under the state of bent arm meets various demands of people, for example, playing a mobile phone with both hands, cycling or taking photos while holding the umbrella. 11291212. An arm-held umbrella for changing umbrella holding manner in daily life from holding by a hand to holding by an arm , comprising an umbrella () and an arm connector () , wherein one end of a supporting rod () of the umbrella () is mechanically connected with the arm connector () ensuring that the umbrella () is rotatable at a certain included angle relative to a length direction of the arm , and the arm connector () is wrapped around and fixed to the arm.2210610343643911. The arm-held umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein the arm connector () comprises a supporting frame () claim 1 , arc clamping elements () and a connection and fixation element; the supporting frame () comprises a solid cylinder () and a hollow cylinder () claim 1 , the solid cylinder () is used for connecting and fixing the arc clamping elements () claim 1 , and the hollow cylinder () rotatably connected with the solid cylinder () is mechanically connected with one end of the supporting rod () of the umbrella () so that the umbrella () is rotatable relative to the arm.36535376363676. The arm-held umbrella according to claim 2 , wherein each arc clamping element () is provided with a round hole () claim 2 , two arc clamping elements are symmetrically sleeved at two sides of the ...

INTEGRALLY FORMED UMBRELLA FRAMEWORK

An integrally formed umbrella framework comprises an upper nest, a lower nest, a plurality of long bones and the same number of supporting bones. A plurality of connecting sections surround and are integrally connected with a periphery of the upper nest at equal intervals, and each connecting section is integrally connected with the upper end of a long bone. A plurality of connecting sections surround and are integrally connected with a periphery of the lower nest at equal intervals, and each connecting section is integrally connected with the lower end of a supporting bone. Each long bone has a connecting section disposed at the middle part thereof and integrally connected with the upper end of the supporting bone. The upper nest, the lower nest, the plurality of long bones, the same number of supporting bones, and each of the connecting sections are integrally formed of a same material. 1. An integrally formed umbrella framework , comprising a middle rod , an upper nest , a lower nest , a plurality of long bones and the same number of supporting bones , the upper nest being fixed to a top end of the middle rod , and the lower nest being fitted over the middle rod and being capable of sliding up and down , wherein:an axial hole is disposed at the bottom of the upper nest to receive the middle rod, a plurality of connecting sections surrounding a periphery of the upper nest at equal intervals are integrally connected with the upper nest, each of the connecting sections is integrally connected with the upper end of a long bone, and each of the connecting sections is freely bendable;an axial hole is disposed at an axis end of the lower nest to receive the middle rod, a plurality of connecting sections surrounding a periphery of the lower nest at equal intervals are integrally connected with the lower nest, each of the connecting sections is integrally connected with the lower end of a supporting bone, and each of the connecting sections is freely bendable;each of the ...

MEMBER STRUCTURE FOR UMBRELLA FRAMEWORK

An upper nest and a lower nest of an umbrella framework each comprise a nest body and a plurality of pins around the nest body. Each pin is integrally connected with the nest body via a connecting section. Each middle disk comprises a pin, which is disposed on an outer wall of a sleeve and integrally connected with the sleeve. Each long bone has an upper end thereof coupled with a pin of the upper nest, and the sleeve of each middle disk is fitted over a middle part of the long bone. Each short bone has an upper end thereof coupled with the pin of the middle disk, and a lower end thereof coupled with a pin of the lower nest. Thereby, an improved member structure for an umbrella framework is formed. 1. An improved umbrella framework structure , comprising a middle rod , an upper nest , a lower nest , a plurality of long bones , the same number of supporting bones , and the same number of middle disks , the upper nest being fixed to a top end of the middle rod , and the lower nest being fitted over the middle rod and being capable of sliding up and down , wherein:the upper nest comprises a nest body and a plurality of pins integrally formed with the nest body to project radially outward therefrom, an axial hole is disposed at the bottom of the nest body to receive the middle rod, each of the pins is integrally connected with the nest body via a connecting section, and each of the connecting sections is freely bendable so that the pin can swing up and down freely;the lower nest comprises a nest body and a plurality of pins integrally formed with the nest body to project radially outward therefrom, an axial hole is disposed at an axis end of the nest body to receive the middle rod, each of the pins is integrally connected with the nest body via a connecting section, and each of the connecting sections is freely bendable so that the pin can swing up and down freely;each of the plurality of long bones has an axial hole disposed at an upper axis end thereof, and the pins ...

Solar Power Conversion Kit for Umbrella

A solar power conversion kit allows converting of a standard umbrella into a solar charging umbrella, which can then use solar power to charge electronic devices. The solar charging umbrella is self-sustained, capable of charging electronic devices in locations away from electrical outlets. The umbrella has a rechargeable battery that is recharged by sunlight. When charged, the umbrella's battery can charge devices when sunlight is not available. The umbrella supports simultaneous charging of higher power devices such as tablet computers. 1. A kit for an umbrella comprising a shaft and umbrella shade , the umbrella shade being coupled between a fastener and the shaft , the kit comprising:a cap, coupled between the fastener and the umbrella shade, comprising a cap opening and at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, wherein the fastener couples to a bolt of the shaft that passes through the cap opening;a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first solar panel, wherein the third hinge portion couples with the first hinge portion of the cap to form a first strut hinge;a second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second solar panel, wherein the fourth hinge portion couples to the second hinge portion of the cap to form a second strut hinge,the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the shaft,when changing the umbrella from the closed to the open position, the umbrella shade pushes against a bottom of the struts while the umbrella shade is extended, causing the struts to rotate via the first and second strut hinges in a first turn direction, so that an angle between a top of the first strut and a top of the cap ...

UMBRELLA CANOPY CONTRIVANCE

A device supported by a vertical support and vertical support frame including an upper umbrella canopy section that is configured to engage the vertical support, in which said upper umbrella canopy section includes an opening segment configured to encircle a vertical support, pocket with cinching device and a tab implement configured to secure said upper umbrella canopy section to the vertical support, and a first closure mechanism that is configured to close a divide(s)/open side(s) on said upper umbrella canopy section. A lower umbrella canopy section is configured to extend a coverage of the upper umbrella canopy section including a closure mechanism that is configured to close an divide(s)/open side(s) of said lower umbrella canopy section(s), a closure/connection mechanism that is configured to connect said upper and lower umbrella canopies together and a rib pocket segment disposed on an outside edge of the lower umbrella canopy section for engaging an end portion of a rib section of a support frame. 1. A device comprising:an upper umbrella canopy section that is configured to engage a vertical support;a lower umbrella canopy section that is configured to extend a coverage of said upper umbrella canopy section;an opening segment disposed on a proximate center portion of said upper umbrella canopy section, wherein said opening segment is configured to encircle the vertical support;an upper umbrella canopy divide portion, wherein said upper umbrella canopy divide portion is configured to be operable for enabling said opening segment to encircle the vertical support;a closure mechanism that is configured to close said upper umbrella canopy divide portion;a tab implement, wherein said tab implement is configured to connect said upper umbrella canopy pocket divide portion;a lower umbrella canopy divide portion;a closure mechanism that is configured to close said lower umbrella canopy divide portion;a pocket implement, wherein said pocket implement is disposed at a ...

UMBRELLA HUB ASSEMBLY

An umbrella assembly can be assembled using L-shaped elongate members pivotably coupled with upper and lower hubs for supporting and actuating an umbrella cover. The L-shaped elongate members can be pivotably coupled together and paired such that a lateral portion of each of the elongate members extends opposite the other lateral portion within the pair and pivotably coupled with one of the upper hub and the lower hub. The lateral portions pivotably coupled within rib-receiving slots corresponding to one of the upper hub and the lower hub and secured within the rib-receiving slots by one of an upper hub cap and a lower hub cap. 125-. (canceled)26. A portable umbrella assembly comprising:an umbrella pole extending along a longitudinal axis,an upper hub disposed on the umbrella pole and comprising a plurality of first slots;a plurality of wire ribs configured for supporting a canopy, L-shaped inner ends of the wire ribs including lateral end portions at least partially disposed within respective first slots of the upper hub;a lower hub disposed about the umbrella pole and comprising a plurality of second slots;a plurality of wire struts, L-shaped inner ends of the wire struts including lateral end portions that are at least partially disposed within respective second slots of the lower hub, and outer ends of the wire struts pivotably coupled with respective wire ribs of the plurality of wire ribs; andwherein the first slots of the upper hub oppose movement of the L-shaped inner ends of the wire ribs in a first direction such that the L-shaped inner ends of the of wire ribs are maintained within the first slots and the second slots of the lower hub oppose movement of the L-shaped inner ends of the wire struts in a second direction, opposite the first direction, such that the L-shaped inner ends of the of the wire struts are maintained within the second slots of the lower hub.27. The portable umbrella assembly of claim 26 , wherein the wire ribs and the wire struts are ...

UMBRELLA EXTENSION FOR HUMAN AND PET

An extended umbrella providing a secondary canopy coverage area for a pet. The secondary canopy coverage area is supported by a secondary structure attached to a main umbrella shaft with a clamp. Alternatively, the secondary canopy coverage area is provided with no secondary shaft attached to the main umbrella shaft, with the extended canopy connected to a main umbrella by interlocking the ribs with the extension canopy. The secondary coverage area alternatively is formed by an extended umbrella forming a canopy that is continuous and supported with two sections of ribs that snap or hinge in place. 2. (canceled)3. The integral asymmetric pet umbrella apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the edge of the asymmetric main canopy and asymmetric elongated canopy section incorporate an integral tensioning feature made of wire or elastic cord claim 1 , wherein the integral tensioning feature maintains the canopy edge shape and enhances structural rigidity.4. The integral asymmetric pet umbrella apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the asymmetrical main canopy is circular claim 1 , elliptical claim 1 , or polygonal.5. The integral asymmetric pet umbrella apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the integral asymmetric pet umbrella apparatus is adjustable from a closed position to an opened position by sliding the slider up the main umbrella shaft towards the first end of the shaft claim 1 , thereby extending the plurality of deployment rods claim 1 , and pushing against the plurality of asymmetric main canopy ribs and plurality of full-size ribs through the connection at the hinges claim 1 , wherein the hinge locations on the plurality of asymmetric main canopy ribs and plurality of full-size ribs are positioned to ensure simultaneous deployment of the asymmetric main canopy and asymmetric elongated canopy section.6. The integral asymmetric pet umbrella apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the shaft is composed of a plurality of telescoping rods and the shaft is adjustable.7. The integral asymmetric ...

Overarching Membrane Garment

Personal-size instantly-facile light-weight apparatus, configured without umbrella-typical eye-and-face injuring protrusions, the apparatus includes quasi-equatorial membrane structure capable of resting on a person's shoulders, when an attached-thereto arching tensile-supported membrane structure is over the person's head and torso. For use, apparatus unfolds from metastable-flat storage configuration to extended tensile-arched configuration, and user passes his/her head through quasi-equatorial membrane's opening; thereby covering user by overarching membrane structure. Material for overarching membrane may be for rain-shelter, sun-shade, UV-filter, and/or according to heat reflection, absorption, and insulation characteristics. For improved pedestrian safety, apparatus trim is preferably retro-reflective, or fluorescent colored; thus providing proximate motor-vehicle drivers with contrast enhanced visibility of apparatus-wearing children, pedestrians, road workers, traffic officers, and bicycle riders. Other apparatus sizes and uses are also disclosed. 1. Overarching Membrane Garment , a facile pseudo-umbrella-parasol function-emulating apparatus , comprising: (A) a tensile hoop which is capable of having (a) a metastable folded flat state , (b) an open arching state , (c) a rapid pop-open transition from the metastable flat state to the arching state , and (d) an easy-to-fold transition from the arching state to the metastable flat state; (B) a first membrane (a) which is substantially shaped like a surface defined by the hoop in the arching state , (b) which is substantially evenly holding many locations along the hoop , and (c) which is capable of accepting respective predetermined tension between most pairs of these locations when the hoop (i) is in each of the states and (ii) during each of the transitions; (C) a second membrane (a) which is substantially connected to the hoop at about four locations on the hoop , wherein these locations define a quasi- ...

MIDDLE ROD STRUCTURE OF AUTOMATIC UMBRELLA, UMBRELLA FRAME, AND AUTOMATIC UMBRELLA

Provided is an automatic umbrella. The middle rod structure comprises an outer sleeve; a movable sleeve; a first elastic element; a locating element; an adjustment element; and a long rod comprising a long rod upper end and a long rod lower end; wherein the long rod upper end is abutted against the adjustment element, and the long rod lower end is located inside the movable sleeve for limiting the first elastic element from moving along a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. 1. A middle rod structure of a automatic umbrella , comprisingan outer sleeve, extending along a longitudinal direction;a movable sleeve, comprising a movable sleeve upper end located inside the outer sleeve; the movable sleeve is movable within the outer sleeve;a first elastic element, held in the outer sleeve; the first elastic element is capable of applying a pressure along the longitudinal direction to the movable sleeve abutted against a first elastic element lower end of the first elastic element when being compressed;a locating element, located inside the outer sleeve, secureing a first elastic element upper end of the first elastic element;an adjustment element, arranged between the first elastic element and the locating element; anda long rod, comprising a long rod upper end and a long rod lower end; wherein the long rod upper end is abutted against the adjustment element, and the long rod lower end is located inside the movable sleeve for limiting the first elastic element from moving along a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction.2. The middle rod structure of the automatic umbrella as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the adjustment element comprisesan adjustment sleeve, comprising an outer edge extending longitudinally and connected with the outer sleeve;an adjustment rod, comprising an adjustment rod upper end located inside the adjustment sleeve;a first limiting slot, extends through inner and outer surfaces of the adjustment sleeve along the ...

OUTDOOR UMBRELLA CAPABLE OF BEING FOLDED AND UNFOLDED BY PRESSING

An outdoor umbrella includes an umbrella post, an umbrella cover assembly and a folding-unfolding device. The umbrella cover assembly includes an umbrella rib assembly and an umbrella fabric covering the umbrella rib assembly. The folding-unfolding device includes a slide sleeve, a folding-unfolding handle assembly and a pull rod. A first oblique rod and a second oblique rod hinged and matched with each other are disposed on the umbrella rib assembly. One end of the first oblique rod is hinged to the slide sleeve. One end of the second oblique rod is hinged and matched with the umbrella post. A middle portion of the folding-unfolding handle assembly is hinged and matched with the umbrella post, and the folding-unfolding handle assembly is able to vertically stretch the pull rod in cooperation with a lever and drives the slide sleeve to slide vertically to fold or unfold the umbrella cover assembly. 1. An outdoor umbrella capable of being folded and unfolded by pressing , the outdoor umbrella comprising an umbrella post , an umbrella cover assembly and a folding-unfolding device ,wherein the umbrella cover assembly comprises an umbrella rib assembly and an umbrella fabric covering the umbrella rib assembly,the folding-unfolding device comprises a slide sleeve which vertically slidable along the umbrella post, a folding-unfolding handle assembly for folding and unfolding, and a pull rod hinged between the slide sleeve and the folding-unfolding handle assembly,a first oblique rod and a second oblique rod matched and hinged with each other are disposed on the umbrella rib assembly,an end of the first oblique rod is hinged to the slide sleeve, an end of the second oblique rod is hinged and matched with the umbrella post, a middle portion of the folding-unfolding handle assembly is hinged and matched with the umbrella post, and the folding-unfolding handle assembly is able to vertically stretch the pull rod in cooperation with a lever and drives the slide sleeve to slide ...

Reverse folding umbrella

A reverse folding umbrella folds away from a user of the umbrella, thus reducing the likelihood that rain or other water on the primary fabric of the umbrella will fall onto the user while the umbrella is being folded and while the umbrella is in the closed position.

Umbrella having an anti-inversion mechanism

An umbrella has a plurality of ribs attached to a runner by main struts. The umbrella has an anti-inversion mechanism formed of a plurality of anti-inversion struts. Each anti-inversion strut is pivotally coupled to one respective main strut and is pivotally connected to a floating joint member that is freely movable along a length of one respective rib. The anti-inversion mechanism also includes a stop that is fixedly attached to the rib and restricts the degree of travel of the floating joint member along the rib and is positioned to prevent the respective rib from inverting in response to an applied force.

SLIM-LINED, SOLAR-POWERED LED LIGHTING SYSTEM AND OUTDOOR PATIO UMBRELLA HAVING THE SAME

An outdoor patio umbrella has a lower pole, an umbrella pole, a plurality of long ribs supported by the umbrella pole, and a canopy supported by the plurality of long ribs. At least one of the plurality of long ribs has, in cross section, a solid bottom wall, first and second upstanding side walls extending upward from the bottom wall, and an LED PCB extending between the first and second side walls. The PCB is attached to a conducting means, which attaches to a circuit board. The LEDs receive electricity from a rechargeable battery, which is charged by a solar panel. Other embodiments include LEDs for short ribs that connect to the long ribs and lower canopy slide. Additional embodiments include a center LED housed within a lower canopy slide. 1. A slim-lined , solar-powered LED lighting system for an umbrella , wherein the solar-powered LED lighting system comprises:a plurality of LEDs for lighting wherein said plurality of LEDs are surface-mounted LEDs;a rechargeable battery configured to provide electricity to of LEDs;a solar panel configured to convert optical energy to electrical energy for charging the rechargeable battery; wherein the circuit board comprises:', 'at least one MOSFET; and', 'an integrated circuit; and', 'a cover; and, 'a circuit board that protects the rechargeable battery;'}wherein the umbrella comprises:a canopy;a lower pole;an umbrella pole;a lower canopy slide to move up and down along the poles to open and close the umbrella;a crank with a rope attached to move the lower canopy slide up and down when the crank is turned by a user;a plurality of long ribs to support the canopy; anda plurality of short ribs, wherein each of the plurality of short ribs has a first end connected to the lower canopy slide and a second end connected to one of the plurality of long ribs;wherein said plurality of LEDs are installed on said lower canopy slide, installed on at least one of said plurality of long ribs, and/or installed on at least one of said ...

Functional Umbrella

An umbrella includes a supporting frame, an umbrella frame supported by the supporting frame, an umbrella awning, and a functional module. The umbrella includes a guiding arm, an upper hub securely coupled at a top end of the guiding arm, a plurality of awning arms radially and pivotally extended from the upper hub, and an awning cap detachably coupled on the upper hub. The umbrella awning is supported by the awning arms to define a shading area under the umbrella awning, wherein a center portion of the umbrella awning is securely sandwiched between the upper hub and the awning cap to retain the umbrella awning in position. The functional module is detachably coupled on the awning cap for providing an additional function of the umbrella. 17-. (canceled)8. An umbrella , comprising:a supporting frame;an umbrella frame, which is supported by said supporting frame, comprising a guiding arm, an upper hub securely coupled at a top end of said guiding arm, a plurality of awning arms radially and pivotally extended from said upper hub, and an awning cap detachably coupled on said upper hub;an umbrella awning supported by said awning arms to define a shading area under said umbrella awning, wherein a center portion of said umbrella awning is securely sandwiched between said upper hub and said awning cap to retain said umbrella awning in position, wherein said upper hub has a coupling slot, and said awning cap has a coupling shaft rotatably engaged with said coupling slot to detachably couple said awning cap on said upper hub so as to securely fasten said center portion of said umbrella awning therebetween; anda functional module detachably coupled on said awning cap, wherein said functional module comprises a functional housing detachably coupled on said awning cap and a solar cell provided on said functional housing for collecting solar energy, wherein said functional module further comprises a rechargeable battery received in said functional housing for being charged by ...

WALLET-TYPE PORTABLE UMBRELLA

The present invention may provide a wallet-type portable umbrella comprising: an umbrella including a grip portion; a case including a storage portion which includes a storage space in which the umbrella is accommodated, and a cover portion which can be fastened to the grip portion and opens and closes the storage portion; and a coupling unit for fastening the grip portion and the cover portion. 1. A wallet-type portable umbrella comprising:an umbrella comprising a grip portion;a case comprising an accommodation portion comprising an accommodation space in which the umbrella is accommodated and a cover portion is fastenable to the grip portion and configured to open or close the accommodation portion; anda coupling unit configured to fasten the grip portion and the cover portion,wherein while the cover portion is separated from the accommodation portion and then the cover portion is disposed to be perpendicular to a longitudinal direction of the umbrella, the cover portion is wound on the grip portion.2. (canceled)3. The wallet-type portable umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the coupling unit comprises:a magnet portion fixed to the grip portion or a part of the cover portion which faces the grip portion; anda detaching groove formed at one of the cover portion or the grip portion, in which the magnet portion is not installed, to face the magnet portion while being formed to allow the magnet portion to be insertable thereinto so as to generate a magnetic force with the magnet portion.4. The wallet-type portable umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the coupling unit comprises:an insertion portion fixed to the grip portion and comprising wing portions protruding from top and bottom ends in a direction of facing each other, anda block portion fixed to a part of the cover portion which faces the insertion portion and comprising sliding grooves into which the wing portions are slidably inserted.5. The wallet-type portable umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the umbrella comprises:umbrella ...

Shade structure

An upper hub is fixed to a guide tube, which is telescopically disposed in and reciprocally movable relative to a uppermost end portion of the support tube. The guide tube and a slider, sleeve or runner are interconnected by flexible traction means in the form of a flexible traction member. One end of the flexible traction member is firmly secured to the slider, the other is firmly secured to a counterweight component. When closing the umbrella, the slider is moved downwards the support tube. By this, the slider pulls the flexible traction member, so that the counterweight component is lifted upwards. When the upper end of the counterweight component comes in touch with the lower end of the guide tube, the guide tube is pushed upwards by the counterweight component. By this, the upper hub is lifted. This simultaneously causes a lift of the ribs, pivotally connected to the upper hub. In a second embodiment, there is added a free pulley system in order to save some force. This pulley system consists of an additional push rod, which is disposed telescopically in the support tube and the guide tube, and which is operated by the means of an additional traction member. When closing the umbrella, the counterweight component actuates the push rod, which pushes the guide tube upwards.

UMBRELLA AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE UMBRELLA

The present disclosure provides an umbrella and a method for manufacturing the umbrella, and, the umbrella includes an umbrella frame, an umbrella cloth, and a plurality of positioning fasteners, the umbrella frame defines a plurality of installing portions matching to the positioning fasteners; the umbrella cloth define a plurality of avoiding holes corresponding to the installing portions; the positioning fastener includes a head part and a rod part, the rod parts of the positioning fasteners pass through the avoiding holes, to fasten with the installing portions, the umbrella cloth is clamped between the head parts of the positioning fasteners and the umbrella frame, to fix the umbrella cloth on the umbrella frame. The technical proposal of the present disclosure can improve the production efficiency of the umbrella. 1. An umbrella , comprising an umbrella frame , an umbrella cloth , and a plurality of positioning fasteners; wherein ,the umbrella frame is configured to define a plurality of installing portions matching to the positioning fasteners;the umbrella cloth is configured to define a plurality of avoiding holes corresponding to the installing portions; andeach of the positioning fasteners comprises a head part and a rod part, the rod parts of the positioning fasteners pass through corresponding avoiding holes, to fasten with corresponding installing portions, the umbrella cloth is clamped between the head parts of the positioning fasteners and the umbrella frame, to fix the umbrella cloth on the umbrella frame.2. The umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the installing portions are through holes formed on the umbrella frame claim 1 , an outer end of each of the rod parts of the positioning fasteners has a tapered shape claim 1 , the middle part of each of the rod parts defines an external thread claim 1 , the rod parts of the positioning fasteners respectively pass through corresponding avoiding holes claim 1 , to fasten with corresponding ...

RETRACTABLE UMBRELLA FRAME DEVICE

Disclosed herein are retractable umbrella frame devices comprising a base body structure at least partially surrounding a central axis structure. The central axis structure can be connected to a skeletal frame structure comprising a plurality of arms having a first end connected to the central axis structure and a second free end. The plurality of arms can be moveably connected to the central axis structure, such that the arms can be retracted into or extended from the base body structure. In some embodiments, the base body structure comprises open portions along its length. In some embodiments, the retractable umbrella frame devices further comprise one or more secondary support structures at least partially surrounding the base body structure. In some embodiments, the retractable umbrella frame devices can further comprise guide structures connected to the one or more secondary support structures and the arms of the skeletal frame structure.

Umbrella Assembly for Ski Pylon Mount

An assembly for mounting an umbrella proximate a mounting location for a ski pylon comprises an elongated member having a first end and an opposite second end. The first end defines features for securing the member first end to a ski pylon mount. The second end defining features for securing the member second end to a central shaft of an umbrella. 110-. (canceled)11. An umbrella assembly for a boat , the umbrella assembly comprising:an umbrella having a central pole, a canopy comprising a plurality of ribs mounted for rotational movement in relation to the central pole and a webbing spanning between the ribs, and a fitting disposed along the central pole comprising controls for controlling rotation of the ribs, the fitting defining a circular recess surrounding a lower end of the central pole;a member having a first end and an opposite second end, the first end being configured to be secured to the central pole; and a housing defining a receptacle having an open upper end for receiving the member second end;', 'a bracket fixed to and supporting the housing; and', 'a plate defining a through opening surrounding the open upper end of the receptacle, the plate configured to engage the bracket to secure the open upper end of the housing flush along a surface of the boat;, 'a mount for securing the member second end to a surface of a boat, the mount comprisingwhereby when said member first end is secured to the central pole, the member second end is received within the receptacle, and the housing is secured to the surface of the boat, the umbrella extends above the mount.12. The umbrella assembly of claim 11 , wherein the housing defines a drain opening at an end opposite the open upper end.13. The umbrella assembly of claim 12 , the member second end defining an externally-threaded cylindrical shank protruding from an end surface of the member second end.14. The assembly of claim 13 , the member having a cylindrical shape which is coaxial with a central axis of the ...

AUTOMATIC UMBRELLA

Provided is an automatic umbrella including an umbrella shaft which includes a grip portion for allowing a user to grip, at one end according to a longitudinal direction, a plurality of main ribs pivotably coupled with the other end of the umbrella shaft and spaced apart along a circumferential direction of the umbrella shaft, an elevating body slidably installed at the umbrella shaft according to the longitudinal direction, a plurality of sub ribs with both ends pivotably coupled with the main ribs and the elevating body, an umbrella canvas coupled with the main ribs to be supported, and an operation unit which moves the elevating body to the other end of the umbrella shaft to unfold the umbrella shaft when the umbrella shaft tilts to locate the other end to be above the one end of the umbrella shaft and moves the elevating body to the one end of the umbrella shaft to fold the umbrella shaft when the umbrella shaft tilts to locate the one end to be above the other end of the umbrella shaft. 1. An automatic umbrella comprising:an umbrella shaft which comprises a grip portion for allowing a user to grip, at one end according to a longitudinal direction;a plurality of main ribs pivotably coupled with the other end of the umbrella shaft and spaced apart along a circumferential direction of the umbrella shaft;an elevating body slidably installed at the umbrella shaft along the longitudinal direction;a plurality of sub ribs with both ends pivotably coupled with the main ribs and the elevating body;umbrella canvas coupled with the main ribs to be supported; andan operation unit which moves the elevating body to the other end of the umbrella shaft to unfold the umbrella shaft when the umbrella shaft tilts to locate the other end to be above the one end of the umbrella shaft and moves the elevating body to the one end of the umbrella shaft to fold the umbrella shaft when the umbrella shaft tilts to locate the one end to be above the other end of the umbrella shaft.2. The ...

Movable Connection Structure for an Umbrella Rib

The invention disclosed is a movable connection structure for an umbrella rib and an umbrella rib using the same. The movable connection structure includes a first connector arranged on a first umbrella rib and a second connector arranged on a second umbrella rib. The first connector and the second connector are connected by a folding junction portion. The first connector, the second connector, and the junction portion are made of a plastic material and formed into an integral element. The present invention avoids specialized manufacturing equipment. The present invention eliminates hole drilling steps and rivet punching steps otherwise required during the manufacture of a movable connector. The movable connection structure and the umbrella rib using the same are conveniently and quickly assembled, thereby minimizing manual labor, improving production efficiency, and reducing production cost. The present invention provides a sturdy and durable umbrella structure. 1. A movable connection structure for a pair of umbrella ribs comprising:{'b': 51', '1, 'a first connector () arranged on a first umbrella rib (); and'}{'b': 52', '2, 'claim-text': [{'b': 51', '52, 'the first connector () and the second connector () are connected by a folding junction portion, and'}, {'b': 51', '52, 'the first connector (), the second connector (), and the folding junction portion are composed of a plastic material and integrally formed.'}], 'wherein, 'a second connector () arranged on a second umbrella rib ();'}271. The movable connection structure of claim 1 , wherein the folding junction portion is a thin contact sheet ().3. The movable connection structure of claim 1 , wherein{'b': 72', '73', '74', '72, 'the folding junction portion includes a middle connecting rod (), a first thin sheet () and a second thin sheet () set at each end of the middle connecting rod (),'}{'b': 73', '51, 'the first thin sheet () is connected with the first connector (), and'}{'b': 74', '52, 'the second thin ...

Umbrella Device

An umbrella for removably securing to a surface, such as a vehicle. The umbrella includes a shaft having a handle on a first end and a canopy on an opposing second end. One or more ribs are secured to the canopy in order to support the canopy in an open configuration. Each rib includes one or more weights in order to stabilize the canopy when secured to a surface. One or more magnets are secured to a lower end of each rib in order to removably secure the umbrella to a magnetic surface for hands-free use. An upper end of each rib is hingedly secured to the shaft. The ribs are operably connected to an actuatable button in the handle so as to extend the ribs outward from the shaft in order to expand the canopy into the open configuration. 1) An umbrella device , comprising:a shaft having a first end and a second end,a canopy secured to the second end of the shaft, wherein the canopy is movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration;a plurality of ribs secured to the canopy, wherein each of the ribs extend between a lower end of the canopy and an upper end of the canopy, wherein the ribs are configured to support the canopy in an open configuration;one or more fasteners each secured to at least one of the plurality of ribs, the one or more fasteners configured to removably secure at least one of the plurality of ribs to a vehicle surface;one or more weights secured to a rib.2) The umbrella device of claim 1 , wherein the shaft is telescopic.3) The umbrella device of claim 1 , further comprising a pad disposed on a lower surface of each of the one or more fasteners.4) The umbrella device of claim 1 , further comprising a handle secured to the first end of the shaft.5) The umbrella device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more fasteners are magnets.6) The umbrella device of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of ribs comprise a first wall connected to a second wall defining an interior volume therebetween.7) The umbrella device of claim 6 , wherein the ...

CANTILEVERED UMBRELLA WITH ROTATION SYSTEM

A cantilevered umbrella having a base, a mast, a cantilevered arm, a canopy, and a rotation system. The mast has a first end connectable to the base and a second end. The cantilevered arm has a first portion pivotally connected to the second end of the mast and a second portion rotatably connected to the first portion. The canopy is connected to the cantilevered arm and has a covering and a frame. The frame is moveable between an inflated position and a deflated position. The rotation system includes a handle, a first pulley operable by the handle, a second pulley connectable to the second portion of the cantilevered arm, and a cable connecting the first pulley to the second pulley. Rotation of the handle rotates the second portion of the cantilevered arm with respect to the first portion of the cantilevered arm. 1. A cantilevered umbrella , comprising:a base;a mast having a first end connectable to the base and a second end;a cantilevered arm having a first portion pivotally connected to the second end of the mast and a second portion rotatably connected to the first portion;a canopy connectable to the cantilevered arm and having a covering and a frame, wherein the frame is moveable between an inflated position and a deflated position; anda rotation system having a handle, a first pulley operable by the handle, a second pulley connectable to the second portion of the cantilevered arm, and a cable connecting the first pulley to the second pulley, wherein rotation of the handle rotates the second portion of the cantilevered arm with respect to the first portion of the cantilevered arm.2. The cantilevered umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising:a cover at least partially surrounding the rotation system to protect the rotation system from contaminants.3. The cantilevered umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the first pulley is smaller than the second pulley.4. The cantilevered umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the cable is a chain.5. The cantilevered umbrella of claim 1 , ...

SELF-ADJUSTING SUN SHADE ASSEMBLY

The presently disclosed subject matter is directed to a sun shade assembly. Particularly, the assembly includes a sail that releasably attaches to a pair of ribs, providing shade to the user. At least one support arm can be used to reinforce the ribs. A mast provides height to the assembly and includes an anchor that allows the assembly to be secured into a support surface (e.g., sand). The ribs and support arms rotate about the mast, thereby self-adjusting the direction of sail in response to the wind blowing. The assembly further includes a tension adjuster that can be tightened or loosed to control the rotation of the ribs and support arms in response to wind conditions. 1. A sun shade assembly comprising:a pair of ribs defined by a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of each rib is attached to a pivot cap;a sail with a front edge comprising a channel sized and shaped to house each rib such that the ribs extend across the edge;a mast comprising a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is operably connected to the pivot cap, wherein the pivot cap can freely rotate about the mast;at least one support arm with a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the support arm is attached to a rib and the second end of the support arm is attached to a slider configured to move up and down the mast;andan anchor operably connected to the second end of the mast;wherein the pivot cap, ribs, slider, and support arms are configured to rotate about the mast in response to blowing of the wind.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pivot cap rotates about the mast at an angle of about 0-360 degrees.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the ribs are configured at an angle of greater than 180 degrees relative to each other.4. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein one face of the pivot cap comprises a lock defined by a bridge comprising and opening and a slidable arm that moves to cover and expose the opening.5. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the ...

UMBRELLA RIB CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS

In one aspect of the present disclosure, an umbrella hub assembly comprises an a cylindrical portion and a socket coupled to the cylindrical portion. The socket can have a fixed end, a free end, and a cylindrical wall defining a concave space extending from the free end toward the fixed end. The socket can have an access aperture disposed through the cylindrical wall. The assembly can further include an umbrella rib comprising a first end, a second end, and an elongate body extending along a longitudinal axis. The first end can be configured to be received in the concave space through the free end such that the socket engages the umbrella rib and such that the first end is accessible through the access aperture. 1. An umbrella assembly comprising:an elongate pole comprising an upper end, a lower end and a longitudinal axis extending therebetween; a cylindrical portion disposed about the elongate pole; and', 'a socket pivotably coupled to the cylindrical portion, the socket having a fixed end, a free end disposed away from the fixed end, and a cylindrical wall disposed between the fixed end and the free end, the cylindrical wall comprising an opening on the free end of the socket and defining a concave space extending from the free end toward the fixed end;', 'the concave space comprising a narrow region, a widened region and a catch surface, the narrow region disposed between the widened region and the free end of the socket and being defined by a ramped portion extending from the cylindrical wall, the ramped portion having a first end disposed a first radial distance from a longitudinal axis of the socket and a second end disposed a second radial distance from the longitudinal axis of the socket, the first end being closer to the opening than the second end and the first radial distance being greater than the second radial distance, the widened region being disposed between the fixed end of the socket and the narrow region, and the catch surface disposed between ...

UMBRELLA QUICK FRAME ASSEMBLY SYSTEMS AND METHODS

An umbrella hub is provided that comprises an inner portion, an outer periphery, a lower portion and an upper portion. A plurality of vertical grooves is disposed in the outer periphery and is configured to receive umbrella ribs or struts. A plurality of grooves extends transverse to the vertical grooves. A retention member is disposed in each of the transverse grooves. A first configuration of the hub permits deflection of the retention member such that a transverse pin coupled with the umbrella ribs or struts can be inserted into the transverse groove in which the retention member is disposed. A second configuration of the hub prevents deflection of the retention member such that inadvertent withdrawal of the pin from the transverse groove in which the retention member is disposed is prevented. 116-. (canceled)17. An assembly method , comprising:coupling a lower portion of a hub with an upper portion of the hub, the lower and/or upper portions defining a first groove for enabling movement of a rib or strut, the upper and/or lower portions defining a plurality of second grooves disposed transversely to the first groove, retention structures disposed on at least one of the upper and lower portions;inserting one end of each of a first plurality of ribs into the first groove and ends of shaft pins of the ribs into the second grooves;causing the shaft pins to move from an outer periphery of the hub toward the retention structures;disposing the shaft pins in the second grooves between the retention structures and a central axis of the hub; andproviding relative movement between the upper portion and the lower portion to move the upper and lower portions of the hub to a position in which movement of the shaft pins from the retention structures toward the outer periphery of the hub is prevented.18. The assembly method of claim 17 , wherein pressing the shaft pins against the retention structures deflects the retention structures and after providing relative movement claim ...

UMBRELLA WITH PROTECTIVE SHEATH ASSEMBLY

An umbrella with a protective sheath assembly is provided. The umbrella can comprise a foldable canopy, a pole, a series of spokes extending from a hub slidable on the pole, the spokes supporting the canopy, a handle extended from the pole, and a foldable sheath selectively extendable from the canopy. A series of drawstrings can be provided for maintaining the sheath in a deployed state, the drawstrings connected to a cord for actuation of the drawstrings and consequently the deployment of the sheath. The protective sheath assembly provides partial to full body protection from inclement weather or natural elements including sun, wind, water, sand, mud, dirt, gravel, or other unwanted debris or dirt. 1. An umbrella having a protective sheath assembly , comprising:a foldable canopy,a pole,a series of spokes extending from a hub slidable on the pole, the spokes supporting the canopy,a handle extended from the pole,a foldable sheath selectively extendable from the canopy; anda series of drawstrings for maintaining the sheath in a deployed state, the drawstrings connected to a cord for actuation.2. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the drawstrings reside within the spokes.3. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the drawstrings are connected to the spokes with connector rings.4. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the drawstrings and spokes are arranged in a collinear fashion.5. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the drawstrings are independently movable with respect to the spokes.6. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein release of the cord effects deployment of the sheath.7. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein release of the cord allows lengthwise adjustment of the sheath.8. The umbrella of claim 1 , further including a locking mechanism to lock the cord from further movement.9. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the foldable sheath is held in place within the canopy with a fastening tab.10. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the foldable sheath is held in place within the canopy in a ...

Portable Sun shade

A lightweight, easily portable, collapsible, and easy to assemble personal-use sunshade is designed for use at beaches or other expanses of loose or non-compacted sand, compacted soil or solid surfaces. The sunshade assembly comprises a frame assembly and a shade assembly pivotably coupled to it, with pivot locking means so that the shade can be positioned at any effective angle. 1. A sunshade comprising: a pair of adjustable length legs,', 'a shade support beam extending therebetween said legs, with said shade support beam comprising two cross fittings,', 'two elbows connecting said shade support beam to said adjustable length legs, and, 'a frame having'}a shade assembly comprising a shade membrane attached to two shade beams which are each received into said cross fittings.2. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein a length of said shade support beam is an adjustable assembly.3. The sunshade of claim 2 , wherein said shade support beam includes a twist lock.4. The sunshade of claim 2 , wherein said shade support beam assembly includes a flip lock.5. The sunshade of claim 2 , wherein a tube of a shade support beam assembly includes a transverse through aperture claim 2 , and a length dimension is fixed by means of a pin inserted therethrough.6. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein said shade support beam includes a threaded insert.7. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein said adjustable length leg includes a twist lock.8. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein said adjustable length leg includes a flip lock.9. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein said adjustable length leg is coupled to a foot having a foot membrane.10. The sunshade of claim 9 , wherein said adjustable length leg is coupled to said foot by means of a threaded fastener.11. The sunshade of claim 9 , further comprising a weight plate in contact with said foot.12. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein said adjustable length leg is coupled to a sand screw.13. The sunshade of claim 12 , wherein said adjustable length leg is ...

COMPACT UMBRELLA WITH CAN-SHAPED HANDLE

A compact umbrella has a hollow-cylindrical body forming a shell, wherein the shell is made of a solid material and is configured to accommodate the umbrella in a transport state of the umbrella, when the umbrella is closed and folded, as a protective umbrella shell and is further configured to operate in an operating position of the umbrella, when opened, as a handle shell or carrying handle. 1. A compact umbrella comprising a hollow-cylindrical body forming a shell , wherein the shell is made of a solid material and is configured to accommodate the umbrella in a transport state of the umbrella , when the umbrella is closed and folded , as protective umbrella shell and to operate in an operating position of the umbrella , when opened , as a handle shell or carrying handle.2. The compact umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the umbrella is a foldable collapsible umbrella.3. The compact umbrella of claim 2 , wherein the foldable collapsible umbrella comprises a collapsible canopy frame with covering and a canopy crown claim 2 , with the canopy frame transitioning into a telescopic frame in an axial direction facing away from the canopy crown claim 2 , wherein on the end of the telescopic frame a guide tube is integrally connected with a connector by way of a receptacle.4. The compact umbrella of claim 3 , wherein the connector is configured to accommodate the shell with the canopy slipped over an umbrella axis defining an axial direction claim 3 , as well as to releasably accommodate the shell without the canopy claim 3 , after the shell is rotated about the umbrella axis by 180° claim 3 , in the axial direction.5. The compact umbrella of claim 4 , wherein the connector is a Janus-connector.6. The compact umbrella of claim 4 , wherein the connector has a finite radial projection extending beyond the periphery claim 4 , which serves as a mechanical stop for an edge disposed on an open side of the shell.7. The compact umbrella of claim 1 , wherein surfaces of the shell ...

UMBRELLA HAVING AN EXTERIOR STRETCHER FRAME

An umbrella includes a shaft, a canopy, and an opening and closing mechanism that moves the canopy between an open state and a closed state. An inner stretcher frame has an inner hub and a plurality of inner stretchers. Each of the plurality of inner stretchers has a proximal end rotatably connected to the inner hub, and a distal end. An outer stretcher frame has an outer hub and a plurality of outer stretchers. Each of the plurality of outer stretchers has a proximal end that is rotatably connected to the outer hub, and a distal end. A plurality of connector assemblies rotatably connect the distal end of each of the plurality of inner stretchers to the distal end of a corresponding one of the plurality of outer stretchers, and retain the outer edge of the canopy. 1. An umbrella comprising:a shaft having an upper end and a lower end that define a longitudinal shaft axis;a canopy having an inner edge centrally mounted to the upper end of the shaft, and an outer edge;an opening and closing mechanism provided between the upper end and the lower end of the shaft, the opening and closing mechanism configured to move the canopy between an open state and a closed state; an inner hub centrally mounted to the shaft on an inner side of the canopy; and', 'a plurality of inner stretchers, each of the plurality of inner stretchers having a terminal end that is rotatably connected to the inner hub, and a distal end;, 'an inner stretcher frame having an outer hub centrally mounted to the shaft on an outer side of the canopy; and', 'a plurality of outer stretchers, each of the plurality of outer stretchers having a terminal end that is rotatably connected to the outer hub, and a distal end; and, 'an outer stretcher frame havinga plurality of connector assemblies rotatably connecting the distal end of each of the plurality of inner stretchers to the distal end of a corresponding one of the plurality of outer stretchers, and retaining the outer edge of the canopy.2. The umbrella ...

Solar-Powered Charging Umbrella with USB Ports

A solar-powered umbrella has a cap structure that is connected by hinges to struts. The struts are relatively rigid and positioned above the umbrella shade and house solar panels. When the umbrella is opened and closed, the struts rotate via the hinges from an open to closed position. When the solar panels are exposed to the sun, light is converted to electrical energy to charge a rechargeable battery. The battery supplies power to one or more USB ports. A user can recharge an electronic device (e.g., smartphone or tablet computer) by connecting to a port of the umbrella using a cable. 1. A method comprising:providing solar charging components for an umbrella comprising a shaft and umbrella shade, wherein the solar charging components comprise struts and battery housing with charging ports;providing at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, wherein the first hinge portion and second hinge portion are coupled to the shaft of the umbrella;providing a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first upper strut portion to which a first solar panel is coupled, wherein the third hinge portion is coupled to the first hinge portion to form a first strut hinge;providing a second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at the third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second upper strut portion to which a second solar panel is coupled, wherein the fourth hinge portion is coupled to the second hinge portion to form a second strut hinge,the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the shaft,when changing the umbrella from the closed to the open position, the umbrella shade pushes against a bottom of the struts while the umbrella shade is extended, causing the struts to rotate ...

FOLDING MECHANISM

A folding mechanism contains a rail which forms a guide for a series of runners which are slideable in relation to each other on the rail, whereby each runner or at least a part thereof is provided with a rib which is attached hingeably on the runner around a shaft largely perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the rail between an open position whereby the ribs are turned away from the rail and a closed position whereby the ribs are turned towards the rail and whereby at least some of the ribs lying on the same side of the rail are connected with each other using a transmission which, when sliding the runners towards or away from each other on the rail, makes the ribs hinge on the runners. 14545657464646485465. Folding mechanism , comprising a rail () which forms a guide for a series of runners () which are slideable in relation to each other on the rail () , whereby each runner () or at least a part of each runner is provided with a rib () which is attached hingeably on the runner () around a shaft () largely perpendicular to the longitudinal direction (X-X′) of the rail () between an open position whereby the ribs () are turned away from the rail (} and a closed position whereby the ribs () are turned towards the rail () and whereby at least some of the ribs () located on the same side of the rail () are connected with each other by means of a transmission () which , when sliding the runners () towards or away from each other on the rail () , makes the ribs () hinge on the runners () ,2861. The folding mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the transmissions () are such that they keep the ribs () parallel to each other while opening and closing the folding mechanism ().3896116696106. The folding mechanism according to claim 2 , wherein a transmission () is formed by an articulated connection () connecting two ribs () with each other via a hinge connection () with each of the two ribs () around the longitudinal axis of the ribs () claim 2 , whereby the ...

Easily Controllable Umbrella

An easily controllable umbrella includes a base, a column, an umbrella frame, lighting elements, a control device for controlling the lighting elements, a power supply assembly with a power plug for powering the lighting elements, a control panel, a touch control circuit board, and a remote control circuit board; the lighting elements, the control panel, the touch control circuit board, the remote control circuit board and the power plug form a lighting circuit, and the remote control circuit board controls the touch control circuit board. The control device includes a touch control circuit board and a remote control circuit board, remote control of the umbrella being realized through a remote control signal-matched with a receiver on the remote control circuit board, touch control of the umbrella being realized by pressing the umbrella. That is, the umbrella can support both remote control and touch control, and is thus easy to use. 1. An easily controllable umbrella , comprising:a base;a column inserted into the base;an umbrella frame with a plurality of ribs, connected to the column;a plurality of lighting elements attached to the plurality of ribs;a control device used for controlling the plurality of lighting elements;a power supply assembly with a power plug for powering the plurality of lighting elements, andwherein the control device further comprises a control panel, a touch control circuit board, and a remote control circuit board;the plurality of lighting elements, the control panel, the touch control circuit board, the remote control circuit board and the power plug form a lighting circuit, and the remote control circuit board controls the touch control circuit board.2. The easily controllable umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of lighting elements comprises light bars respectively disposed on the plurality of ribs.3. The easily controllable umbrella of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of ribs is U-shaped and has a U-shaped groove for ...

MECHANISM COMBINING ARTICULATION AND SIDE-SHIFT

A coupling mechanism controls the location of the central primary draft load transmitting fixed-length link independently of the coupler. The coupling mechanism allows for translation in at least three orthogonal directions and for rotation of two distinct planes between coupled components, thereby providing a means for lateral shifting and articulation. The coupling mechanism mitigates unexpected rotation by restricting rotation along a longitudinal axis of the fixed-length link. Rotation of the coupling mechanism is furthermore controlled by means of a indexing turntable. The orientation and the position of the coupling mechanism is therefore determinant and predictable. 1. A method for providing lateral shifting and articulation capabilities comprising:{'b': 102', '101', '103', '103', '113', '102', '101, 'carrying a primary draft load between a platform () and a base () with a fixed-length link (), said fixed-length link () having a longitudinal axis () running between the platform () and the base ();'}{'b': 115', '102', '114', '101, 'allowing for translation in at least two orthogonal directions of a platform origin () located on the platform () with respect to a base origin () located on the base ();'}{'b': 103', '102', '101', '113, 'restricting rotation of the fixed-length link (), the platform (), and the base () around the longitudinal axis ();'}{'b': 102', '107', '108', '109', '102', '103, 'allowing for rotation of the platform () with variable-length links (, , ) pivotally connected to the platform () and the fixed-length link (); and'}{'b': 101', '104', '105', '106', '101', '103', '102, 'allowing for rotation of the base () with variable-length links (, , ) pivotally connected to the base () and either (a) the fixed-length link () or (b) the platform ().'}2. The method according to further providing indexing capabilities comprising:{'b': 135', '101', '115', '136, 'allowing for rotation of the turntable () attached to the base () on a longitudinal axis ...

UMBRELLA HAVING IMPROVED SHAFT AND RIB ASSEMBLY

An umbrella is formed of an elongated shaft having a first end and an opposite second end and a runner slidably disposed about the elongated shaft. The umbrella includes a rib assembly including a plurality of ribs that are attached to the runner by a plurality of struts that move between open and closed positions. In accordance with the present invention, the elongated shaft has a cross-sectional shape defined by a plurality of curved sections and a plurality of planar sections interspersed between the plurality of curved sections for providing increased torsional strength to the elongated shaft. At least one of the ribs can have a cross-sectional shape defined by a plurality of curved sections and a plurality of planar sections interspersed between the plurality of curved sections for providing increased torsional strength to the at least one rib. 1. An umbrella comprising:an elongated shaft having a first end and an opposite second end;a runner slidably disposed about the elongated shaft; anda rib assembly including a plurality of ribs that are attached to the runner by a plurality of struts that move between open and closed positions in which in the open position, the ribs are in an open, extended position and in the closed position, the ribs are in a closed, collapsed position, the struts extending between at least one rib and the runner;wherein the elongated shaft has a cross-sectional shape defined by a plurality of curved sections and a plurality of planar sections interspersed between the plurality of curved sections for providing increased torsional strength to the elongated shaft.2. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the elongated shaft is of a type that is manually deployed.3. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the elongated shaft is of a type that is automatically deployed.4. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the elongated shaft is formed of a plurality of telescoping shaft sections.5. The umbrella of claim 4 , wherein each telescoping shaft section has a ...

UMBRELLA WIRE FRAME

An umbrella frame comprising a post having a top end and a bottom end, a plurality of arms coupled to the post proximally at its top end, a movable lift ring mounted circumferentially around the post and a plurality of modular connectors each having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is connected at an intermediate location of an arm and the second end is connected to the lift ring and wherein the post comprises of a plurality of first wires bound to each other with a plurality of first spacers and each arm comprises of a plurality of second wires bound to each other with a plurality of second spacers and a locking element engages the post and the lift ring to open the plurality of arms. 1. An umbrella frame comprising:a post having a top end and a bottom end, wherein the post comprises of a plurality of first wires bound to each other with a plurality of first spacers;a plurality of arms coupled to the post proximally at its top end, wherein each arm comprises of a plurality of second wires bound to each other with a plurality of second spacers;a movable lift ring mounted circumferentially around the post; anda plurality of modular connectors each having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is connected at an intermediate location of an arm and the second end is connected to the lift ring.2. The umbrella frame according to claim 1 , wherein the first wires are longitudinally joined to each other without the use of first spacers.3. The umbrella frame according to claim 1 , wherein the first spacers and second spacers are located inside claim 1 , outside or in-between the plurality of first wires and the second wires.4. The umbrella frame according to claim 1 , wherein the first spacers are cylindrical blocks fixed.5. The umbrella frame according to claim 1 , wherein the second wires are oriented in a vertical plane with respect to each other.6. The umbrella frame according to claim 1 , wherein the post and the lift ring are locked by ...

UMBRELLA HAVING ANTI-INVERSION MECHANISM

An umbrella includes an anti-inversion mechanism that is configured to apply to each rib assembly a force that counters an inversion force that is applied to the umbrella. The anti-inversion mechanism includes a flexible elongated structure that is disposed exteriorly along the second rib part and has a first bent end that is attached to the second rib part by passing through an opening formed in the second rib part and being anchored within a hollow interior of the second rib part. The mechanism further includes a flexible wire having a first end attached to the flexible elongated structure of the anti-inversion mechanism and a second end attached to a rib tip that is located at a free distal end of the rib assembly. 1. An umbrella comprising:an elongated shaft having a first end and an opposite second end;a runner slidably disposed about the elongated shaft; anda plurality of rib assemblies, each rib assembly including a first rib part, a second rib part and a third rib part, the rib assembly being attached to the runner by a strut that moves between open and closed positions in which in the open position, the first, second and third rib parts are in an open, extended position and in the closed position, the first, second and third rib parts are in a closed, collapsed position;an anti-inversion mechanism that is configured to apply to each rib assembly a force that counters an inversion force that is applied to the umbrella, the anti-inversion mechanism including a flexible elongated structure that is disposed exteriorly along the second rib part and has a first bent end that is attached to the second rib part by passing through an opening formed in the second rib part and being anchored within a hollow interior of the second rib part; anda flexible wire having a first end attached to the flexible elongated structure of the anti-inversion mechanism and a second end attached to a rib tip that is located at a free distal end of the rib assembly.2. The umbrella of ...

Deformable Shaft Umbrella

A folding umbrella having a shorter rigid upper segment and a longer flexible or deformable lower segment, such that with at least an upper portion of the flexible or deformable lower segment manipulated so as to be relatively straight, the hub member of the umbrella is slidable onto the flexible or deformable lower segment. The umbrella further has a mounting mechanism adapted to temporarily secure the umbrella to an object during use, wherein the mounting mechanism may be a clip or a deformable handle member, either as a deformable member connected to the lower end of the shaft or the lowermost portion of the shaft itself. 1. A folding umbrella comprising:a canopy mounted onto rib members, said canopy and rib members connected to a shaft;stretcher members connecting said rib members to a sliding hub member mounted onto said shaft, whereby movement of said hub member up said shaft to an open stop position opens said canopy and movement of said hub member down said shaft to a closed stop position closes said canopy;said shaft comprising a rigid upper segment and a flexible lower segment, said flexible lower segment being longer than said rigid upper segment;wherein said open stop position is located on said rigid upper segment of said shaft and said closed stop position is located on said flexible lower segment.2. The umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a mechanical mounting mechanism connected to said flexible lower segment of said shaft.3. The umbrella of claim 2 , wherein said mechanical mounting mechanism comprises a clip.4. The umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a deformable handle connected to said flexible lower segment of said shaft.5. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein said flexible lower segment is characterized such that said flexible lower segment may be repeatedly manipulated into straight or various curved configurations and then back claim 1 , said flexible lower segment being configuration-retaining such that said flexible lower segment ...

UMBRELLA FRAME STRUCTURE FOR TWO-FOLD INVERTED UMBRELLA

An umbrella frame structure for two-fold inverted umbrella includes an umbrella shaft assembly, and a plurality of rib assemblies each including a main rib, a sub rib, a stretcher and a tip that connects one end of the main rib and one end of the sub rib. The stretcher has one end thereof connected to a part of the main rib between the two opposite ends of the main rib, and an opposite end thereof disposed in one respective positioning groove of a lower nest of the umbrella shaft assembly and pivotally connected with an opposite end of the sub rib in the respective positioning groove. The main rib has an opposite end thereof pivotally connected to an upper nest of the umbrella shaft assembly. 1. (canceled)2. An umbrella frame structure for a two-fold inverted umbrella , comprising:an umbrella shaft assembly comprising an umbrella shaft, a handle connected to one end of said umbrella shaft, an upper nest connected to an opposite end of said umbrella shaft and a lower nest sleeved onto said umbrella shaft and axially movable back and forth relative to said upper nest, said lower nest comprising a plurality of positioning grooves equiangularly spaced around the periphery thereof, a plurality of locating grooves equiangularly and transversely spaced around the periphery thereof and respectively disposed in communication between each two adjacent said positioning grooves and a pivot positioning member located in each said locating groove; anda plurality of rib assemblies, each said rib assembly comprising a main rib, a sub rib, a stretcher and a tip, said tip connecting one end of said main rib and one end of said sub rib, said stretcher having one end thereof connected to a part of said main rib between two opposite ends of said main rib and an opposite end thereof disposed in one respective said positioning groove, said main rib having an opposite end thereof pivotally connected to said upper nest of said umbrella shaft assembly, said sub rib having an opposite end ...

Solar-Powered Charging Umbrella with USB Ports

A solar-powered umbrella has a cap structure that is connected by hinges to struts. The struts are relatively rigid and positioned above the umbrella shade and house solar panels. When the umbrella is opened and closed, the struts rotate via the hinges from an open to closed position. When the solar panels are exposed to the sun, light is converted to electrical energy to charge a rechargeable battery. The battery supplies power to one or more USB ports. A user can recharge an electronic device (e.g., smartphone or tablet computer) by connecting to a port of the umbrella using a cable. 1. A method comprising:providing solar charging components for an umbrella comprising a shaft and umbrella shade, wherein the umbrella shade will be coupled between a fastener and the shaft, and the solar charging components comprise a cap and struts and battery housing with charging ports;providing the cap to be coupled between the fastener and the umbrella shade, the cap comprising a cap opening and at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, wherein the fastener couples to a bolt of the shaft that passes through the cap opening;providing a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first upper strut portion to which a first solar panel is coupled, wherein the third hinge portion is coupled to the first hinge portion of the cap to form a first strut hinge;providing a second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second upper strut portion to which a second solar panel is coupled, wherein the fourth hinge portion is coupled to the second hinge portion of the cap to form a second strut hinge,the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the ...

UMBRELLA HUB ASSEMBLY

An umbrella assembly can be assembled using L-shaped elongate members pivotably coupled with upper and lower hubs for supporting and actuating an umbrella cover. The L-shaped elongate members can be pivotably coupled together and paired such that a lateral portion of each of the elongate members extends opposite the other lateral portion within the pair and pivotably coupled with one of the upper hub and the lower hub. The lateral portions pivotably coupled within rib-receiving slots corresponding to one of the upper hub and the lower hub and secured within the rib-receiving slots by one of an upper hub cap and a lower hub cap. 1. A portable umbrella assembly comprising:an umbrella pole extending along a longitudinal axis,an upper hub disposed about the umbrella pole and comprising a rib-receiving slot having a radial portion extending along an uninterrupted radial wall and a circumferential portion extending circumferentially from the radial portion in a clockwise direction;a first L-shaped wire rib comprising an elongate straight portion extending from an outer end of the first L-shaped wire rib to an inner end of the first L-shaped wire rib and a lateral portion extending perpendicularly from the inner end of the elongate straight portion to a terminal end of the first L-shaped wire rib, the elongate straight portion of the first L-shaped wire rib being at least partially disposed within the radial portion of the rib-receiving slot of the upper hub and the lateral portion of the first L-shaped wire rib disposed within the circumferential portion of the rib-receiving slot of the upper hub;a lower hub disposed about the umbrella pole and comprising a rib-receiving slot having a radial portion extending along an uninterrupted radial wall and a circumferential portion extending circumferentially from the radial portion in a counter-clockwise direction;a second L-shaped wire rib comprising an elongate straight portion extending from an outer end of the second L-shaped ...

UMBRELLA WITH FIBER OPTIC LIGHTS AND A FLASHLIGHT HANDLE

An umbrella, comprising a support pole including an upend end and a lower end, a canopy connected to the upper end of the support pole, the canopy including a plurality of struts that support a waterproof material and transition the canopy between an expanded open position and a contracted closed position, an upper handle unit permanently attached to the lower end of the support pole, the upper handle unit including an upper battery compartment, a lower handle unit removably attached to the upper handle unit, the lower handle unit including a lower battery compartment, a plurality of fiber optic lights embedded within the plurality of struts wired directly to and powered by the upper battery compartment, and a flashlight within the lower handle unit wired directly to and powered by the lower battery compartment. 1. An umbrella , comprising:a support pole including an upper end and a lower end;a canopy connected to the upper end of the support pole, the canopy including a plurality of struts that support a waterproof material and transition the canopy between an expanded open position and a contracted closed position;an upper handle unit permanently attached to the lower end of the support pole, the upper handle unit including an upper battery compartment;a lower handle unit removably attached to the upper handle unit, the lower handle unit including a lower battery compartment;a plurality of fiber optic lights embedded within the plurality of struts wired directly to and electrically powered by the upper battery compartment; anda flashlight within the lower handle unit wired directly to and electrically powered by the lower battery compartment.2. The umbrella of further comprising an external USB port within the upper handle unit claim 1 , the external USB port electrically wired to the upper battery compartment as to provide for recharging of a plurality of rechargeable batteries positioned within the upper battery compartment from an external power source.3. The ...

Adjustable Umbrella

An adjustable umbrella includes an umbrella base, a stand column, a sliding sleeve, a cross rod, an adjustment mechanism provided between the bottom joint and the bottom end of the cross rod, a drawing rod, and an umbrella frame. The top of the umbrella frame is rotatably attached to the top end of the cross rod, an internal tube is rotatably disposed inside the cross rod, the bottom end of the internal tube is connected to the adjustment mechanism, the top end of the internal tube is connected to the top of the umbrella frame. When in use, the internal tube connected to the umbrella frame may be rotated by rotating the umbrella frame, so that the leftward and rightward adjustment of a sun-shading angle is realized in coordination with the adjusting mechanism, and operation thereof is simple and convenient. 1. An adjustable umbrella , comprising:an umbrella base;a stand column removably connected to the umbrella base, the stand column having a top;a sliding sleeve slidably connected to the stand column;a cross rod, movably connected to the sliding sleeve and slidable relative to the stand column, having a bottom end, a top end, and a bottom joint, the bottom joint being disposed on the bottom end of the cross rod;an adjustment mechanism is provided between the bottom joint and the bottom end of the cross rod, comprising an upper toothed cylindrical clutch with a rear end, an outer wall, and an inner wall, a lower toothed cylindrical clutch with a front end and a rear end, and a spring;a drawing rod having a first end and a second end, the first end of the drawing rod rotatably connected to the top of the stand column, the second end of the drawing rod rotatably connected to the cross rod; andan umbrella frame with a top,wherein the top of the umbrella frame is rotatably attached to the top end of the cross rod,the bottom joint of the cross rod is rotatably connected to the sliding sleeve,the bottom joint has a front that extends forwards to form an extension portion ...

Strumbrella

A portable weather protection system is provided comprising a shaft with a handle at a first end of the shaft and a ring-like collar encircling the shaft and freely sliding a majority of a length of the shaft. The system also comprises a plurality of spokes attached in a hinge-like manner to a second end of the shaft and extending radially outward. The system also comprises a plurality of arms extending radially from the collar, each of the plurality supporting one of the plurality of spokes via leveraging mechanisms. The system also comprises a circular-shaped canopy attached at its center to the second end immediately above points at which the plurality of spokes attach to the second end, the canopy further attached at its edges to first ends of the spokes opposite second ends attached to the shaft.

Unique portable foldable five-device-in-one kneeler-bench-caddy-table-umbrella system, having kneeler system, bench system, caddy system, table system, and kneeler-bench-caddy-table-locking umbrella system

A unique portable and foldable five-device-in-one system comprises: two foldable garden tables each for holding foods and drinks thereon, two foldable elastic garden-tool caddies each attached to the one of the two foldable garden tables and each for storing garden tools therein, two spring-loaded finger-centralizing stabilizers each welded to one of the two foldable garden tables and each for releasably locking the rotatable kneeler-bench cushion, a rotatable kneeler-bench cushion for providing comfort when seated or kneeled on, and an adjustable umbrella rotatably attached to one of the two foldable garden tables and having a kneeler-bench-caddy-table-locking arm for releasably locking the two foldable garden tables right side up. The unique portable and foldable five-device-in-one system can be used as an adjustable umbrella when providing shading protection, as two foldable garden-tool caddies when the two foldable caddies store garden tools, as a rotatable garden kneeler when the rotatable kneeler-bench cushion is upside down, as a rotatable garden bench when the rotatable kneeler-bench cushion is right side up, and as two foldable garden tables when the two foldable garden tables are locked right side up.

SUN PROTECTION DEVICE HAVING SOLAR PANELS

The invention relates to a sun protection device comprising a base body and a support structure for a clampable surface structure, the structure having a plurality of support elements, and a device for the utilization of solar energy, characterized in that the support elements () divide the surface structure () in covering regions () and in that at least one support element () is designed as a solar panel. 112-. (canceled)13. A sun protection device comprising:a base body; anda support structure for a fabric structure extendable under tension, said support structure including at least one support element, and including a device for utilizing solar energy, said support element having a configuration capable of sub-dividing flat structures into covering sections;wherein at least one of said support element being configured as a solar collector.14. The sun protection device according to claim 13 , wherein said support element includes a collector plate claim 13 , which overlaps said covering section adjacent thereto.15. The sun protection device arrangement according to claim 14 , wherein said support element includes a tensioning device having a configuration capable of tensioning said flat structures claim 14 , respectively.16. The sun protection device according to claim 15 , wherein said flat structures are arranged between said tensioning device and said support element.17. The sun protection device according to claim 15 , wherein said support element and said tensioning device are formed as a single piece.18. The sun protection device according to claim 15 , wherein said tensioning device has a U-profile that is detachably connected to said support element using a clip connection.19. The sun protection device according to claim 13 , wherein said flat structures are formed as a single piece.20. The sun protection device according to claim 13 , wherein said flat structures are assembled from a plurality of physically separated covering sections.21. The sun ...

UMBRELLA WITH WIRELESS TETHER

The umbrella cooperates with a software application adapted to run on a mobile communications device wirelessly synced to the umbrella. The umbrella includes a communications module adapted to transmit a wireless beacon signal in response to the detection of movement of the umbrella. The software application detects the beacon signal when the smartphone is within range of the umbrella and generates an alert when the beacon signal is no longer being received, indicating that the smartphone is no longer within range and the umbrella has been forgotten. In one embodiment, the GPS application on the smartphone is cause to generate a location update signal in response to detection of the beacon signal such that the software application can run continuously in the background on the smartphone to ensure timely range entry and exit notifications 1. The umbrella and mobile communications device of wherein said umbrella comprises an integrated circuit claim 24 , the integrated circuit comprising a communications module adapted to transmit a wireless beacon signal claim 24 , said module comprising a timing circuit and normally operating in an inactive mode claim 24 , said integrated circuit further comprising an accelerometer adapted to detect movement of said umbrella and to generate an activation signal to said module when movement of said umbrella is detected causing said module to operate in an active mode and periodically transmit said beacon signal for a time period measured by said timing circuit claim 24 , said software application being capable of detecting said beacon signal transmitted from said module when said umbrella and said communications device are within a given distance from each other and generating an range exit notification to the user of the communications device when said beacon signal is no longer being received claim 24 , indicating that said umbrella and the communications device are no longer within said given distance.2. The umbrella and device of ...

CANTILEVER UMBRELLA WITH INTEGRATED CONTROL MECHANISMS

Umbrella assemblies described herein are configured to retract and extend, tilt side to side, and open and close. In some embodiments, the umbrella assembly can include a cantilevered beam. The umbrella assembly can further include a tilt mechanism operable to rotate the canopy frame. The umbrella assembly can include a clutch mechanism fixed to the cantilevered beam. The umbrella assembly can also include an integrated mechanism to both open and close the canopy frame and raise and lower the cantilevered beam. 1. An umbrella assembly comprising:an upright pole having a longitudinal axis;a canopy frame supported by the umbrella assembly in a cantilever manner by a cantilever beam; andan integrated mechanism comprising a drive gear disposed in a housing configured to be coupled with a first mechanism to raise and lower the cantilever beam and to be coupled with a second mechanism to open and close the canopy frame.2. The umbrella assembly of claim 1 , wherein the drive gear is coupled with a crankshaft claim 1 , the crankshaft and the drive gear having a first position within the housing in which the drive gear is coupled with a pinion gear of a rack and pinion assembly and rotation of the drive gear rotating the pinion gear raises and/or lowers the housing relative to the upright pole claim 1 , the crankshaft and the drive gear having a second position within the housing in which the drive gear is coupled with the second mechanism to rotate a spool to wind or unwind a tension member coupled with the canopy frame.3. The umbrella assembly of claim 2 , wherein the crankshaft and the drive gear have a third position within the housing in which the drive gear drives both the first mechanism and the second mechanism.4. The umbrella assembly of claim 1 , wherein the drive gear is coupled with a crankshaft claim 1 , the drive gear having a first position on the crankshaft in which the drive gear is coupled with a pinion gear of a rack and pinion assembly and second position ...

UMBRELLA ANCHORING SYSTEM AND METHOD

A portable beach umbrella anchoring system and method are disclosed. The umbrella anchoring system includes a support frame system that includes central tube for receiving an umbrella shaft. The support frame system comprises a frame network that includes leg assemblies for penetrating and securing to a ground surface, so that a beach umbrella may firmly stand in sand, grass or soil in an upright or angled configuration with relatively little effort and no need for tools. The umbrella anchoring system includes an integrated folding table top system, which has storage compartments for supporting and storing food, drinks, keys, wallets and other accessories. The umbrella anchoring system also includes a canopy tethering system for securing the upper portion of an umbrella canopy to the ground which, among other things, may be particularly useful in the case of high winds. 1. An umbrella anchoring system for supporting an umbrella having a shaft and a canopy comprising:a center tube oriented vertically for receiving the shaft of the umbrella;a plurality of ribs that are attached to the center tube at a proximal end, the plurality of ribs, when deployed, being oriented in a plane perpendicular to the center tube;a plurality of table leg assemblies that correspond with the plurality of ribs, wherein a proximal end of each of the plurality of table leg assemblies is correspondingly connected to a distal end of each of the plurality of ribs, wherein each of the plurality of table leg assemblies is substantially parallel to the center tube when deployed, wherein each of the plurality of table leg assemblies includes a moveable ground stake that is driven into the ground to secure the plurality of table leg assemblies in place relative to the ground.2. The umbrella anchoring system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of table leg assemblies each include a table leg tube claim 1 , wherein each moveable ground stake is received within a corresponding table leg tube and moves in ...

High Capacity Solar Charging Umbrella with Wireless Charging

A solar charging umbrella uses solar power to charge electronic devices wirelessly, such as by a wireless or inductive charging port. The umbrella is self-sustained, capable of charging electronic devices in locations away from electrical outlets. The umbrella has a rechargeable battery that is recharged by sunlight. When charged, the umbrella's battery can charge devices when sunlight is not available. The umbrella supports simultaneous charging of higher power devices such as tablet computers. 1. A method comprising:providing an umbrella comprising a shaft and umbrella shade, wherein the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the shaft;coupling a cap above the umbrella shade to the shaft;coupling a first strut comprising a first solar panel to the cap via first hinge at the cap;coupling a second strut comprising a second solar panel to the cap via second hinge at the cap, wherein each strut comprises a sleeve having transparent top surface that allows solar radiation to pass through to a respective solar panel housed by the sleeve;changing the umbrella from the closed to the open position, wherein the umbrella shade pushes against a bottom of the struts while the umbrella shade is extended, causing the struts to rotate via the first and second strut hinges in a first turn direction, so that an angle between a top of the first strut and a top of the cap increases from a first angle in the closed position to a second angle in the open position, and the second angle is greater than the first angle; andchanging the umbrella from the open to the closed position, wherein the bottom of the struts rest against the umbrella shade while the umbrella is folded, causing the struts to rotate via the first and second strut hinges in a second turn direction, so that the angle between the top of the first strut and ...

CANTILEVER UMBRELLA

A cantilever umbrella, including umbrella cloth, an umbrella rod, a top notch with a guide sleeve, a runner, umbrella ribs and stretchers is disclosed. The umbrella rod contains an inner section and a cantilever section; the umbrella rob passes through the guide sleeve and the top notch in sequence with the end of the inner section hinged to the runner. The cantilever section can be extracted from the guide sleeve to open the umbrella ribs and stretch the umbrella cloth into place. The cantilever section can be moved laterally and fixed into position at the end of the guide sleeve to stabilize the open state of the umbrella ribs. 1. A method of operating a cantilever umbrella , includingproviding an umbrella cloth, an umbrella rod, a top notch with a guide sleeve, a runner and several umbrella ribs and the same number of stretchers;providing said umbrella rod includes a two-section structure with an inner section hingedly connected to a cantilever section;providing the inner section of the umbrella rod passes through the guide sleeve to the top notch, and the end of the inner rod is connected to the runner;providing one end of each rib is hinged to the top notch and the other end of each rib is fixed to an edge of the umbrella cloth to stretch the umbrella cloth open;providing one end of each stretcher is hinged to the runner and the other end of each stretcher is hinged to a middle portion of a rib to drive the rib open or closed; wherein in a first closed position with the inner section rotated to a position coaxial with the cantilever section,the guide sleeve is slid over the inner section and cantilever section to remove tension from the ribs and stretchers to close the ribs and umbrella cloth adjacent the umbrella rod;wherein in a second open position, the cantilever section of the umbrella rod is extracted from the guide sleeve and then the ribs are gradually opened as the guide sleeve slides along the inner section to move the ribs and umbrella cloth away ...

AUTOMATIC REVERSE MULTI-FOLDING UMBRELLA

An automatic reverse multi-folding umbrella includes a frame, an umbrella cloth secured on the frame, a middle rod set, an upper nest fixed to an upper end of the middle rod set, a lower nest fitted on the middle rod set, a handle, an umbrella opening/closing control system disposed in the middle rod set, and an umbrella opening/closing operating system disposed in the handle and the middle rod set. The umbrella can be folded and unfolded automatically. After the umbrella is folded, the umbrella cloth is folded reversely and the outer surface of the umbrella cloth is folded inside the umbrella, such that the umbrella can be used more conveniently, comfortably and quickly. 1. An automatic reverse multi-folding umbrella , comprising a frame , an umbrella cloth secured on the frame , a middle rod set , an upper nest fixed to an upper end of the middle rod set , a lower nest fitted on the middle rod set , a handle , an umbrella opening/closing control system disposed in the middle rod set , and an umbrella opening/closing operating system disposed in the handle and the middle rod set;the frame including a main rib and a sub-rib, the main rib including an inner rib, an intermediate rib, an outer rib, an intermediate rib return line, an outer rib return line, and a spring; one end of the sub-rib being pivotally connected to the upper nest, another end of the sub-rib being pivotally connected to the inner rib; an inner end of the inner rib being pivotally connected to the lower nest, an outer end of the inner rib being pivotally connected to the intermediate rib through a first pivot joint; an outer end of the intermediate rib being pivotally connected to the outer rib through a second pivot joint; an outer end of the outer rib being connected to an outer edge of the umbrella cloth through a bead, an inner edge of the umbrella cloth being secured on the upper nest; one end of the intermediate rib return line being pivotally connected to the sub-rib, another end of the ...

Umbrella quick frame assembly systems and methods

An umbrella hub is provided that comprises an inner portion, an outer periphery, a lower portion and an upper portion. A plurality of vertical grooves is disposed in the outer periphery and is configured to receive umbrella ribs or struts. A plurality of grooves extends transverse to the vertical grooves. A retention member is disposed in each of the transverse grooves. A first configuration of the hub permits deflection of the retention member such that a transverse pin coupled with the umbrella ribs or struts can be inserted into the transverse groove in which the retention member is disposed. A second configuration of the hub prevents deflection of the retention member such that inadvertent withdrawal of the pin from the transverse groove in which the retention member is disposed is prevented.

Umbrella frame

An umbrella assembly is provided that includes a frame, a canopy, an extension and a base. The frame includes a post and top piece, a number of arms, a number of connectors, a lift ring and a locking pin. The post includes a number of rod members attached together in adjacent parallel space orientation with a top piece which rotatably attaches to each of a number of arms each arm having a number of arm rod members attached together in adjacent parallel space orientation. Each arm is rotatably attached to one end of a connector. The other end of each connector is rotatably attached to the lift ring. Raising and lowering the lift ring opens and closes the umbrella arms. The locking pin holds the lift ring in an upper position.

High Capacity Solar Charging Umbrella

A solar charging umbrella uses solar power to charge electronic devices. The umbrella is self-sustained, capable of charging electronic devices in locations away from electrical outlets. The umbrella has a rechargeable battery that is recharged by sunlight. When charged, the umbrella's battery can charge devices when sunlight is not available. The umbrella supports simultaneous charging of high power devices such as tablet computers. 1. An umbrella comprising:a shaft;an umbrella shade, coupled between a fastener and the shaft; anda frame comprising:a cap, coupled between the fastener and the umbrella shade, comprising a cap opening and at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, wherein the fastener couples to a bolt of the shaft that passes through the cap opening;a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first sleeve that holds a first solar panel, wherein the third hinge portion is adapted to mate with the first hinge portion of the cap to form a first strut hinge; anda second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second sleeve that holds a second solar panel, wherein the fourth hinge portion is adapted to mate with the second hinge portion of the cap to form a second strut hinge,the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the shaft,when changing the umbrella from the closed to the open position, the umbrella shade pushes against a bottom of the struts while the umbrella shade is extended, causing the struts to rotate via the first and second strut hinges in a first turn direction, so that an angle between a top of the first strut and a top of the cap increases from a first angle in the closed position to a second ...

Intelligent Shading Charging Systems

An intelligent shading charging system, comprises a housing having a rechargeable battery installed therein, a lower support assembly connected to the housing and an upper support assembly, the upper support assembly comprising one or more arm support assemblies. The intelligent shading charging system further comprises a hinging assembly connecting a lower support assembly to an upper support assembly to allow an upper support assembly to rotate with respect to the lower support assembly, one or more arms connected to the one or more are support assemblies, a shading fabric; and one or more solar cell arrays mounted on or integrated within the shading fabric. 1. An intelligent shading charging system , comprising:a housing having a rechargeable battery installed therein;a lower support assembly connected to the housing;an upper support assembly, the upper support assembly comprising one or more arm support assemblies;a hinging assembly connecting the lower support assembly to the upper support assembly to allow the upper support assembly to rotate with respect to the lower support assembly;a motor assembly, the motor assembly comprising a motor controller and a motor, the motor controller and the motor causing the upper support assembly to rotate the upper support assembly with respect to the lower support assembly via the hinging assembly, the motor controller and the motor housed inside the lower support assembly;one or more arms connected to the one or more arm support assemblies;a shading fabric; andone or more solar cell arrays mounted on or integrated within the shading fabric.2. The intelligent shading charging system of claim 1 , the housing further including an interface coupled to an electrical power supply system claim 1 , the electrical power supply system comprising a power grid.3. The intelligent shading charging system of claim 2 , the rechargeable battery in the housing providing excess electrical power to the power grid.4. The intelligent shading ...

UMBRELLA, UMBRELLA FRAME AND RIB THEREFOR

An umbrella has a canopy, a main shaft and a plurality of ribs pivotally attached to the main shaft, each rib being of adjustable length and including a pair of outer rib elements, wherein the outer rib elements are flexible and normally adopt a straight configuration aligned with the main shaft in a closed position of the umbrella, and in an open position of the umbrella, flex so that outer ends of the outer rib elements extend generally circumferentially with respect to the canopy. The umbrella can have ribs that would normally be of one piece, in which case accommodation is made for an effective change in the radius of the ribs as the outer rib elements flex. The umbrella may be a folding umbrella with two part ribs. The outer ribs can have a non-uniform cross-section and may taper. 1. A frame for an umbrella for supporting a canopy , the frame comprising: a main shaft; a plurality of ribs connected to the main shaft , each rib including a pair of outer rib elements and being movable between open position and closed position , with an outer end of the each outer rib element being connected to the free end of the outer rib element of an adjacent rib , and being adapted to be attached to the periphery of the umbrella canopy , wherein at least one of the depth and the width of each outer rib element tapers from a larger dimension at an inner end thereof to a smaller dimension at an outer end thereof , and wherein each of the outer rib elements along the length thereof has a first bending resistance in a direction generally perpendicular to the canopy in use , and along the length thereof a second bending resistance in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction , wherein the first bending resistance is greater than the second bending resistance along the length thereof.2. A frame as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the free ends of the outer rib elements are connected together by one of a pivot connection and a living hinge.3. A frame as claimed in claim 1 , ...

UMBRELLA RIB CONNECTOR

A rib connector is provided that has a first arm, a second arm, and a transverse member. The first arm has an inner wall, a first recess in the inner wall, and an inclined surface that extends toward the first recess. The second arm has an inner wall and a second recess. The second recess is positioned opposite to the first recess. The transverse member is located between the first arm and the second arm. The transverse member connects the first arm and the second arm. The transverse member is disposed adjacent to a space located between the first and second arms. The space is configured to receive an umbrella rib. A varying distance is provided between the inclined surface and the inner wall of the second arm such that the distance is less at a first position along the inclined surface than at a second position along the inclined surface. The first position is between the first recess and the second position. 1. An umbrella connecting device , comprising:a first clamping arm;a second clamping arm positioned opposite to the first clamping arm;a connecting portion located between the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm and connecting the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm, the connecting portion separating a space between the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm into two portions; anda plurality of fasteners configured to be advanced through apertures in the connecting portion;wherein the inner wall of the first clamping arm comprises a first accommodating portion and the inner wall of the second clamping arm comprises a second accommodating portion, the second accommodating portion being positioned opposite to the first accommodating portion;wherein the inner wall of the first clamping arm further comprises an inclined surface that extends from an outer edge of the inner wall of the first clamping arm to the first accommodating portion, the inclined surface being tilted toward the inner wall of the second clamping arm.2. The umbrella ...

Collapsible Canopy Apparatus

A collapsible canopy apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a canopy mounted onto a collapsible frame. The frame includes flexible and resilient spring members that are biased in an upright position. The spring members include arcuate regions that define the arcuate shape of the frame. The spring members are interconnected at flex points that enable the spring members to fold relative to one another by twisting and bending actions. These actions enable a user to collapse the frame into a folded, storable configuration. A harness disposed in an interior of the canopy includes a waistband and shoulder straps for enabling a user to fasten the canopy to his or her torso and suspend the canopy therefrom. The shoulder straps include fasteners configured to removably attach to the interior of the canopy. Slide ribs disposed on an interior of the canopy enable vertical adjustment of the waistband. 1) A canopy apparatus , comprising:a frame including one or more spring members, the one or more spring members biasing the frame in an upright position;the one or more spring members composed of a flexible and resilient material;the one or more spring members interconnected at flex points, the one or more spring members intersecting at the flex points and configured to flex thereabout relative to one another into a folded configuration;a canopy affixed to the frame, the canopy including a first side opposing a second side, a rear end, a front end having a longitudinal face, an arcuate upper end, a bottom end having a horizontal face, and an interior volume;an opening extending along the longitudinal face and the horizontal face, the opening providing access to the interior volume;the frame defining a periphery edge extending around the opening;a harness including a waistband and shoulder straps, the harness disposed in the interior volume, the interior volume including a lower end, a rear wall, and a pair of opposing sidewalls;the waistband positioned annularly about the ...

WIND-RESISTANT UMBRELLA FRAME STRUCTURE

A wind-resistant umbrella frame structure is applicable to an arrangement of dual canopies and includes a primary frame and a secondary frame. The primary frame has an inner end pivotally connected to a crown and an outer end connected to the annular lower canopy. The secondary frame is pivotally connected to the runner and has an opposite end pivotally connected to the primary frame. The primary frame includes an internal rib, an intermediate rib, an external rib, and a traction rib assembly, and also includes an intermediate rib return wire, an external rib return wire, and a collapse spring. The umbrella frame structure allows air flows to be readily conducted out and ensures the service life of the canopies. 1. A wind-resistant umbrella frame structure , which is applicable to an arrangement of dual canopies , the umbrella frame structure comprising a primary frame and a secondary frame , wherein the primary frame has an inner end pivotally connected to an umbrella crown and an outer end connected , through a bead , to an outer circumference of an annular lower canopy; and the secondary frame has an end pivotally connected to a runner that is slidable up and down along an umbrella post and an opposite end pivotally connected to the primary frame; wherein the primary frame comprises an internal rib , an intermediate rib , an external rib , and a traction rib assembly and also comprises an intermediate rib return wire , an external rib return wire , and a collapse spring; the internal rib has an inner end pivotally connected to the crown and an outer end pivotally connected , through a first pivot joint , to the intermediate rib and the intermediate rib has an outer end pivotally connected , through a second pivot joint , to the external rib; the intermediate rib return wire has an end pivotally connected to the secondary frame and an opposite end pivotally connected to the first pivot joint and the collapse spring has an end connected to the secondary frame and ...

UMBRELLA

An improved umbrella frame comprising a four-rib canopy frame comprising only five parts plus a simplified four-panel canopy that greatly reduces manufacturing costs. The frame comprises four arms that snap together with a tool-less tongue and groove connection around a central shaft, allowing the four-panel canopy to be stretched over top. The tongue and groove assembly forms an improved runner that gently slides up and down the central shaft to provide open and close functions. The improved umbrella frame is lightweight and may-be quickly and easily assembled and disassembled for packing or storage. 1. An umbrella , comprising:an elongate shaft;a plurality of pairs of arms each comprising an elongate stretcher pivotally joined at one end to a mid-section of an elongate rib, the opposing ends of all of said stretchers being connected in a sleeve that is slidably engaged along a mid-section of said elongate shaft, and a distal end of all of said ribs being connected in a receptacle affixed to a distal end of said shaft; anda folding canopy supported by said plurality of pairs of arms.2. The umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein each said elongate stretcher is pivotally joined to each corresponding rib at a living hinge.3. The umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein said plurality of pairs of arms comprises two pairs of arms.4. The umbrella according to claim 3 , wherein said plurality of pairs of arms comprise a first pair of arms and a second pair of arms smaller than said first pair of arms.5. The umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein said plurality of pairs of arms comprises three pairs of arms.6. The umbrella according to claim 5 , wherein said three pairs of arms are connected claim 5 , to a discrete collar that is slidably engaged along a mid-section of said elongate shaft.7. The umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein said shaft comprises a first clip for removably attaching said cap to said shaft.8. The umbrella according to claim 7 , wherein said shaft ...

Shading Device Arm and Blade Assemblies

A shading device includes a base assembly resting on a surface, a support assembly, the support assembly connected to the base assembly; and an expansion assembly, the expansion assembly connected to the support assembly. The shading device further includes one or more arm assemblies, the one or more arm assemblies coupled to the expansion assembly. The one or more arm assemblies including one or more shading arms, one or more shading fabric assemblies, and one or more shading fabric tubes. A shading fabric assembly further includes a first weighted rod, a second weighted rod and shading fabric. The first weighted rod of shading fabric assembly is positioned in an interior portion of a first shading fabric tube and the second weighted rod of shading fabric assembly is positioned in an interior position of a second shading fabric tube. 1. A shading device , comprising:a base assembly resting on a surface;a support assembly, the support assembly connected to the base assembly;an expansion assembly, the expansion assembly connected to the support assembly; and a shading arm;', 'an arm connector assembly configurable to be detachably connected to the shading arm;', 'at least one shading fabric tube configurable to be inserted into the shading arm;', 'a shading fabric assembly, a portion of the shading fabric assembly to be inserted in an interior section of the at least one shading fabric tube., 'at least one arm assembly coupled to the expansion assembly, the at least one arm assembly to comprise2. (canceled)3. The shading device of claim 1 , wherein the shading assembly further comprises a first fabric edge claim 1 , a first rod claim 1 , a second fabric edge claim 1 , a second rod claim 1 , and shading fabric claim 1 , wherein the first rod encloses the first fabric edge and the second rod encloses the second fabric edge.4. The shading device of claim 1 , the shading arm further comprising one or more channels claim 1 , the at least one shading fabric tube to be ...

Anti-ballistic shelters

Embodiments of the present application includes methods and structures for Anti-Ballistic Shelters, including an anti-ballistic shelter having a frame comprising at least one support member, and one or more surfaces comprising a flexible high strength layered anti-ballistic material attached to said frame, wherein said flexible high strength layered anti-ballistic material is layered in at least two directions; and further wherein said layered anti-ballistic material is enveloped around said frame.

ASYMMETRICAL UMBRELLA

An asymmetrical umbrella includes a structure formed by a single frame member that is attached at its first and second ends to a handle and also attached to the handle at a third position along the frame member between the ends of the frame member such that the frame member passes through the handle at the third position. A sleeve collects two portions of the frame member together at a position opposite a periphery of the umbrella from the handle. A canopy is attached to the frame member. The umbrella is collapsible into a generally planar shape that is easily transportable. 1. An asymmetrical umbrella comprising:a handle;a single frame member attached at its first and second ends to the handle and also attached to the handle at a third position along the frame member between the ends of the frame member such that the frame member passes through the handle at the third position;a sleeve collecting two portions of the frame member together at a position opposite a periphery of the umbrella from the handle; anda canopy attached to the frame member.2. The asymmetrical umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the attachment of the frame member to the handle at the third position permits the frame member to rotate relative to the handle.3. The asymmetrical umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the frame member has a rectangular profile.4. The asymmetrical umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the first end of the frame member is attached to the handle and terminates at the handle and the second end of the frame member attaches to the handle and extends beyond the handle.5. The asymmetrical umbrella of claim 4 , wherein the first end of the frame member is fixedly attached to the handle and the asymmetrical umbrella further includes a securing feature configured to selectively secure the second frame end to the handle to hold the asymmetrical umbrella in an open position.6. The asymmetrical umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the canopy is removably attached to the frame member.7. The asymmetrical ...

Umbrella having an anti-inversion mechanism

An umbrella has a plurality of ribs attached to a runner by main struts. The umbrella has an anti-inversion mechanism formed of a plurality of anti-inversion struts. Each anti-inversion strut is pivotally coupled to one respective main strut and is pivotally connected to a floating joint member that is freely movable along a length of one respective rib. The anti-inversion mechanism also includes a stop that is fixedly attached to the rib and restricts the degree of travel of the floating joint member along the rib and is positioned to prevent the respective rib from inverting in response to an applied force.

UMBRELLA HAVING AN ANTI-INVERSION MECHANISM

An umbrella has a plurality of ribs attached to a runner by main struts. The umbrella has an anti-inversion mechanism formed of a plurality of anti-inversion struts. Each anti-inversion strut is pivotally coupled to one respective main strut and is pivotally connected to a floating joint member that is freely movable along a length of one respective rib. The anti-inversion mechanism also includes a stop that is fixedly attached to the rib and restricts the degree of travel of the floating joint member along the rib and is positioned to prevent the respective rib from inverting in response to an applied force. 1. An umbrella comprising:an elongated shaft having a first end and an opposite second end;a runner slidably disposed about the elongated shaft and movable along a length of the shaft; anda plurality of ribs that are attached to the runner by a plurality of main struts that move between open and closed positions in which in the open position, the ribs are in an open, extended position and in the closed position, the ribs are in a closed, collapsed position;an anti-inversion mechanism comprising a plurality of anti-inversion struts, wherein each anti-inversion strut is pivotally coupled to the shaft and is pivotally connected to a floating joint member that is freely movable along a length of the rib, the anti-inversion mechanism also including a stop that is fixedly attached to the rib and restricts the degree of travel of the floating joint member along the rib and is positioned to prevent the rib from inverting in response to an applied force.2. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the elongated shaft is formed of a plurality of shaft sections coupled to one another by a plurality of shaft lock members.3. The umbrella of claim 2 , wherein each shaft lock member has a first ridge and a second ridge spaced from the first ridge with a first space formed therebetween claim 2 , the first and second ridges serving as stops for the shaft sections when assembled.4. The ...

SUNSHADE DEVICE

The invention generally relates to a sunshade apparatus such as an umbrella or sunshade that includes a canopy with extendable portions that may be positioned in a manner so as to maximize shade. In exemplary embodiments, the sunshade device includes a canopy, and a rib assembly connected to a shaft, the rib assembly including a first joint coupled to a first assembly arm, the first joint connecting a first arm extension to the rib assembly at a first angle with respect to a surface, and a second joint coupled to a second assembly arm, the second joint connecting a second arm extension to the rib assembly at a second angle with respect to the surface. 1. A sunshade device , comprising:a canopy expanding a perimeter around a central shaft;a rib assembly coupled to the shaft and the canopy; and extension arms pivotally coupled to assembly arms of the rib assembly at terminal ends of the extension arms, and', 'a canopy panel situated between the extension arms, wherein the first and second extensions are configured to:', 'pivot about the perimeter of the canopy, and', the first extension is configured to be securely positioned at a first angle so that the first extension is elevated above the perimeter of the canopy in an upwards position; and', 'the second extension is configured to be securely positioned at a second angle so that the second extension is lowered below the perimeter of the canopy in a downward position., 'securely rest at a predetermined angle, wherein], 'a first and a second extension each including2. The sunshade device of claim 1 , wherein the first extension in the upwards position and the second extension in the downward position together form a substantially trapezoidal shape.3. The sunshade device of claim 1 , wherein the first and second extensions further comprise of joint components for enabling the extension arm to pivot about the perimeter of the canopy and rest at the predetermined angles.4. The sunshade device of claim 3 , wherein the ...

Umbrella

A novel umbrella is disclosed with a simplified structure that creates a clean, elegant profile. The umbrella includes a support post having a hole, and a top housing and an opposing bottom housing supported by the post. The bottom housing has a bottom hub, a top cap disposed about the bottom hub, and an opposing bottom cap disposed about the bottom hub opposite the top cap. The bottom cap has a lever lock receptacle. Spokes are pivotally disposed about the top housing, and a canopy is disposed about the spokes. Struts are pivotally disposed about the bottom housing. A lever lock is retained by the lever lock receptacle, wherein the lever lock has a pin adapted to fit within the hole of the post for retaining the canopy in an open position.

WIND RESISTANT UMBRELLA

A wind resistant umbrella includes an upper canopy that is attached to a lower canopy at select points. Elastic fasteners (e.g., elastic straps) elastically connect the upper canopy to the lower canopy. Flexible connectors that wrap around a peripheral edge of the lower canopy serve to both fixedly attach first ends of the elastic fasteners and provide pockets that receive free ends of the ribs to securely attach the ribs to the lower canopy. 1. A wind resistant umbrella comprising:a shaft;a plurality of ribs extending radially outward from the shaft, each rib having a free end portion;a lower canopy secured in covering relation on the plurality of ribs, the lower canopy having at least one vent hole formed therein;an upper canopy positioned over the lower canopy and in covering relation to the at least one vent hole;elastic fasteners having a first end attached to the upper canopy and a second end attached to the lower canopy to permit the upper canopy to elastically separate from the lower canopy while also covering the at least one vent hole;a plurality of flexible connectors that are secured along a peripheral edge of the lower canopy with a first portion of the connector lying along and being fixedly and directly secured to a first face of the lower canopy and each connector wrapping around the peripheral edge of the lower canopy such that a second portion of the flexible connector lies along and is fixedly and directly secured to a second face of the lower canopy, wherein the first portion of the flexible connector is securely attached to the second end of the elastic fastener, and wherein the second portion of the flexible connector defines a pocket that receives the free end portion of one respective rib, thereby releasably coupling the rib to the lower canopy, wherein an opening of the pocket is disposed along the second face of the lower canopy, wherein the second portion includes an opening defining an entrance to the pocket, the pocket defined between an ...

UMBRELLA HAVING AN ANTI-INVERSION MECHANISM

An umbrella has a plurality of ribs attached to a runner by main struts. The umbrella has an anti-inversion mechanism formed of a plurality of anti-inversion struts. Each anti-inversion strut is pivotally coupled to one respective main strut and is pivotally connected to a floating joint member that is freely movable along a length of one respective rib. The anti-inversion mechanism also includes a stop that is fixedly attached to the rib and restricts the degree of travel of the floating joint member along the rib and is positioned to prevent the respective rib from inverting in response to an applied force. 1. An umbrella comprising:an elongated shaft having a first end and an opposite second end;a runner slidably disposed about the elongated shaft and movable along a length of the shaft; anda plurality of ribs that are attached to the runner by a plurality of main struts that move between open and closed positions in which in the open position, the ribs are in an open, extended position and in the closed position, the ribs are in a closed, collapsed position;wherein each rib includes a distal tip that is defined by a hollow body which has a bore formed therein, the bore containing both a distal end of the rib and a spring that is disposed within the bore between the distal end of the rib and a closed end of the bore.2. The umbrella of claim 1 , wherein the elongated shaft is formed of a plurality of shaft sections coupled to one another by a plurality of shaft lock members.3. The umbrella of claim 2 , wherein each shaft lock member has a first ridge and a second ridge spaced from the first ridge with a first space formed therebetween claim 2 , the first and second ridges serving as stops for the shaft sections when assembled claim 2 , wherein the first and second ridges extending radially outward relative to adjacent portions of the shaft lock member.4. The umbrella of claim 3 , wherein the runner includes a resilient lock member that engages the first space of ...

Umbrella

There is provided an umbrella () moveable between an open position and a closed position, said umbrella comprising; a. a canopy framework (); b. a central spine () configured to support the canopy framework; c. a main canopy () configured to cover the canopy framework; and d. a tensioning mechanism ) configured to tension the main canopy about the canopy framework when the umbrella is in the open position and release the tension to the main canopy about the canopy framework to allow the umbrella to move to the closed position. 111-. (canceled)12. An umbrella moveable between an open position and a closed position , said umbrella comprising;a. a canopy framework comprising a plurality of support arms and a plurality of associated braces, wherein the plurality of support arms are each provided with a sliding strut configured to slide about the respective support arm to vary the length thereof;b. a central spine configured to support the canopy framework;c. a main canopy configured to cover and be connected to the canopy framework said main canopy having an inside face closest to the canopy framework and an outside face remote from the canopy framework;d. a tensioning mechanism configured to tension the main canopy about the canopy framework when the umbrella is in the open position and release the tension to the main canopy about the canopy framework to allow the umbrella to move to the closed position;e. a first sliding support configured to slide vertically along the central spine and support the support arms, wherein movement of the first sliding support causes the canopy framework, and thus the main canopy, to rotate from the open position to the closed position wherein the main canopy is folded inside out such that only the inside face of the main canopy is exposed and from the closed position back to the open position;f. a second sliding support configured to slide vertically along the central spine and support the braces, wherein movement of the second sliding ...

SUN AND WEATHER PROTECTION DEVICE

A sun and weather protection device having fewer individual parts, a stronger clamping force and an operation which is as easy as possible and requiring only a single operating element (e.g. a clamping screw) for all adjustment directions, it is proposed to adopt a hinge combination comprising two hinge halves with rotating disks and integrated gripper clamps. 1. A sun and weather protection device , particularly a parasol , with a standing rod , a support rod and a flexible protecting surface , wherein the flexible protecting surface is attached to the support rod and wherein the standing rod and the support rod are connected to each other by means of a hinge combination and wherein the protecting surface can simultaneously be rotated about and fixed to both the axis of the standing rod and the axis of the support rod by actuating a single clamping screw , and wherein furthermore also the angle between the standing rod and the support rod can be adjusted and fixed , characterized in thatthe hinge combination comprises two hinge halves with rotating disks and integrated gripper clamps.2. The sun and weather protection device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the gripper clamps are closable by means of an insertable clamping wing.3. The sun and weather protection device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the support rod is slidingly movable in its axis direction when the clamping screw is released.4. The sun and weather protection device according to one of claims 1 , characterized in that the rotating disks comprise mutually engaging indentations for adjusting the angle between the standing rod and the support rod.5. The sun and weather protection device according to one of claims 1 , characterized in that the rotating disks for adjusting the angle between the standing rod and the support rod are conically shaped.6. The sun and weather protection device according to one of claims 1 , characterized in that the support rod is configured with a ...

FLEXIBLE CANOPY

Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a flexible canopy. In one embodiment, the flexible canopy includes a central shaft, a sliding collar, a plurality of supports, a plurality of tensioners, a tensioner connection hub, and a membrane. The sliding collar is slidably connected to and surrounds the central shaft. A first end of each of the supports is connected to the sliding collar, and a second end of each of the supports is connected to the membrane near the edge of the membrane. Each of the tensioners is connected at one end to a different one of the supports and at the other end to the tensioner connection hub. In one embodiment, the flexible canopy includes a handle connected to a first, lower end of the central shaft. In other embodiments, the first, lower end of the central shaft includes or is insertable into a base. 1. A canopy comprising:a membrane having a folded configuration and an unfolded configuration;a plurality of sheaths attached to the membrane;a plurality of supports each having an undeformed shape and including a top end, an opposing bottom end, and a body extending therebetween, wherein the top ends of the plurality of supports are respectively disposed within the plurality of sheaths;a plurality of tensioners each having a top end connected to one of the sheaths at a fixed location along said sheath and an opposing bottom end;a central shaft including a top end and an opposing bottom end, wherein the bottom ends of the tensioners are attached to the central shaft; anda collar to which the bottom ends of the plurality of supports are connected, the collar surrounding the central shaft and being slidably connected to the central shaft such that the collar is movable relative to the central shaft toward the top end of the central shaft to cause the membrane to shift from the folded configuration to the unfolded configuration,wherein when the membrane is in the unfolded configuration: (1) the supports are biased to return to their ...

UMBRELLA DRAWING-IN BY WINDING

This utility model provides an An umbrella drawing-in by winding, including includes an umbrella fabric, a frame, a shaft and retracting assemblies. The frame includes a notch, a runner and a rib support set. A top end of the rib support set is secured at a top end of the shaft via the notch. A bottom end of the rib support set is secured on the shaft via the runner. The umbrella fabric has folds and is secured on the frame. The retracting assemblies are secured on one side of the folds. 1. An umbrella drawing-in by winding comprising an umbrella fabric , a frame , a shaft and retracting assemblies , wherein the frame includes a notch , a runner and a rib support set , a top end of the rib support set is secured at a top end of the shaft via the notch , and a bottom end of the rib support set is secured on the shaft via the runner , the umbrella fabric has folds and is secured on the frame , and the retracting assemblies are secured on one side of the folds.2. An umbrella drawing-in by winding according to claim 1 , wherein the folds are straight-line folds that center around the umbrella fabric and extend outward as well as array in a circular manner claim 1 , circular umbrella folds that are disposed on the umbrella fabric and take a central point as a center of circle claim 1 , and/or supporting folds that are secured on supporters of the rib support set.3. An umbrella drawing-in by winding according to claim 2 , wherein the umbrella is a triple-fold umbrella claim 2 , a number of the circular umbrella folds is two claim 2 , the retracting assemblies comprise an internal retracting piece claim 2 , a medium retracting piece and an external retracting piece claim 2 , wherein the internal retracting piece is set on the umbrella fabric inside an innermost circular umbrella fold claim 2 , the medium retracting piece is set on the umbrella fabric between the two circular umbrella folds claim 2 , and the external retracting piece is set on the umbrella fabric outside an ...

Covering System

A system is provided for protective elements that include, but is not limited to, an umbrella having a complete double canopy with pleats, a medially expanding frame, and a moisture mitigation vessel. The frame's linkage system and expanding double canopy enable their combined covering structure to take a downwardly concave form when fully deployed. Rounded outer frame edges provide enhanced safety. When retracted around the umbrella's stick, frame and canopy assume the form of a three dimensional envelope tapered up and down from its mid-section, thereby concentrated at top and bottom by the stick. This configuration provides canopy and frame with improved ability to move in and out of the invention's stick mounted moisture mitigation vessel. With an internal liner of wicking material and multiple surface apertures, the vessel encourages controlled release of evaporated moisture from the enclosed canopy. 1. An improved umbrella system comprising frame , stick , runner , and notch wherein improvements comprise: a complete double canopy comprising an upper canopy segment , and a lower canopy segment , said lower canopy segment containing a plurality of apertures each of substantially equal dimensions having means to expand when urged between retracted and deployed extents; said canopy segments substantially separated from each other except at their mutual distal periphery , where said upper and lower segments are attached to each other.2. The umbrella system of claim 1 , further comprising: a medially expanding frame consisting of a plurality of individual linkage sets claim 1 , each set with connection means to a notch and slider runner claim 1 , both of these elements cooperating with said stick claim 1 , each linkage set comprising a plurality of elongated members mutually connected thereby forming a structure providing means for extending the circumference of a canopy in an akimbo manner from a retracted configuration claim 1 , substantially proximate with claim ...

Solar Power Conversion Kit for Umbrella

A solar power conversion kit allows converting of a standard umbrella into a solar charging umbrella, which can then use solar power to charge electronic devices. The solar charging umbrella is self-sustained, capable of charging electronic devices in locations away from electrical outlets. The umbrella has a rechargeable battery that is recharged by sunlight. When charged, the umbrella's battery can charge devices when sunlight is not available. The umbrella supports simultaneous charging of higher power devices such as tablet computers. 1. A method comprising:providing a kit for an umbrella comprising a shaft and umbrella shade, wherein the umbrella shade will be coupled between a fastener and the shaft;providing a cap to be coupled between the fastener and the umbrella shade, the cap comprising a cap opening and at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, wherein the fastener couples to a bolt of the shaft that passes through the cap opening;providing a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first solar panel, wherein the third hinge portion couples to the first hinge portion of the cap to form a first strut hinge;providing a second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at the third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second solar panel, wherein the fourth hinge portion couples to the second hinge portion of the cap to form a second strut hinge,the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the shaft,when changing the umbrella from the closed to the open position, the umbrella shade pushes against a bottom of the struts while the umbrella shade is extended, causing the struts to rotate via the first and second strut hinges in a first turn direction, so that an ...

WIND-PROOF UMBRELLA

An umbrella includes a shaft, a top cap and a runner. Multiple rib units and multiple stretchers are pivotably connected to the top cap and the runner. The rib units each have a first rib, a second rib and a third rib. The first, second and third ribs are pivotably connected in sequence. A canopy is mounted to the rib units. The second ribs each have a first connection portion on one end thereof, and the first connection portion has a seat which is connected to a link unit. The link unit has a joint which is connected to the third rib. The third rib has a positioning member to position the joint. The third rib and the joint are connected with each other to bear wind force applied to the second rib and the third rib, such that the second and third ribs do not deform. 1. An umbrella comprising:a shaft having a top cap connected to a top end thereof;a runner movably mounted to the shaft;multiple rib units and multiple stretchers radially pivotably connected to the top cap and the runner, each of the rib units having a first rib, a second rib and a third rib, the first, second and third ribs being pivotably connected in sequence, each stretcher being pivotably connected between the runner and one of the first ribs; anda canopy mounted to the rib units;wherein an outer end of each of the second ribs is provided with a first connection portion connecting an inner end of one of the third ribs, the first connection portion has a pivoting seat which is connected to an end of a sliding link, another end of the sliding link has a slidable joint freely slidably connected to the third rib, the sliding link is a non-foldable rod without an intermediate foldable joint, and a positioning member is unmovably mounted on the third rib at an inner position from the slidable joint so as to block the slidable joint when the slidable joint moves inward.2. The umbrella as claimed in claim 1 , wherein tho εliding link is formed by two parallel rods.3. (canceled)4. The umbrella as claimed in ...

Solar-Powered Charging Umbrella with USB Ports

A solar-powered umbrella has a cap structure that is connected by hinges to struts. The struts are relatively rigid and positioned above the umbrella shade and house solar panels. When the umbrella is opened and closed, the struts rotate via the hinges from an open to closed position. When the solar panels are exposed to the sun, light is converted to electrical energy to charge a rechargeable battery. The battery supplies power to one or more USB ports. A user can recharge an electronic device (e.g., smartphone or tablet computer) by connecting to a port of the umbrella using a cable. 1. A method comprising:providing solar charging components for an umbrella comprising a shaft and umbrella shade, wherein the solar charging components comprise a cap and struts and battery housing with charging ports;providing the cap to be coupled to the shaft of the umbrella, the cap comprising at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion;providing a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first upper strut portion to which a first solar panel is coupled, wherein the third hinge portion is coupled to the first hinge portion of the cap to form a first strut hinge;providing a second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second upper strut portion to which a second solar panel is coupled, wherein the fourth hinge portion is coupled to the second hinge portion of the cap to form a second strut hinge,the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the shaft,when changing the umbrella from the closed to the open position, the umbrella shade pushes against a bottom of the struts while the umbrella shade is extended, causing the struts to rotate ...

HAND-PUSH ROTATING UMBRELLA

A hand-push rotating umbrella comprises extension springs at one side of the supporting ribs where an upward acting force can be produced by means of the pretension force of the extension spring when the moveable runner is pushed up so that the moveable runner and upper rib supporting rods would not fall down affected by gravity, thus a stable umbrella closing state able to be achieved without providing the engagement structure and solving the problems of the existing reversely-folded umbrella produced by only able to stably close the umbrella by using the engagement structure. Moreover, through the collocation application of the upper runner and moveable runner in the present invention, the umbrella canopy would rotate to offset the impact force caused by the wind resistance or collision in the case of strong wind or umbrella rib collision with some foreign object or person, thus able to avoid stabbing and hurting other people and improve the umbrella use safety. 1. A hand-push rotating umbrella , comprising;{'b': 1', '2', '1', '3', '1', '4', '3', '2', '5', '4', '6', '3', '7', '6', '8', '7', '4', '9', '6', '8', '10', '6', '7', '20', '8', '5', '9', '1', '132, 'an umbrella shaft (), a handle () disposed at a bottom of the umbrella shaft (), an upper runner () disposed at a top of the umbrella shaft (), a moveable runner () disposed between the upper runner () and handle (), a middle runner () disposed at a top of the moveable runner () plurality of upper rib supporting rods () pivotally jointed at a periphery of the upper runner (), a reversely-folded rib supporting rod () pivotally jointed with one end of the upper rib supporting rods (), lower rib supporting rods () having one end thereof pivotally jointed with the reversely-folded rib supporting rod () and having another end thereof pivotally jointed with the moveable runner (), moveable brace rods () having one end thereof pivotally jointed with the upper rib supporting rods () and having another end thereof ...

UMBRELLA

Disclosed is an umbrella that can be used as a canopy to protect a user against rain or sunlight. The umbrella may comprise an elongate member having proximal and distal end portions, a support structure that is connectable to a canopy able to be disposed about the distal end portion of the elongate member, the support structure being be adjustable between an erect position, whereby the canopy is able to be tensioned by the support structure, and a collapsed position, whereby the tension in the canopy is able to be released. The umbrella may also include a plurality of biasing means configured to inhibit the support structure from inverting. 1. An umbrella comprising;an elongate member having proximal and distal end portions;a support structure that is connectable to a canopy able to be disposed about the distal end portion of the elongate member, the support structure being adjustable between an erect position, whereby the canopy is able to be tensioned by the support structure, and a collapsed position, whereby the tension in the canopy is able to be released;a collar having an interior channel formed therethrough, the channel being configured to receive therethrough the elongate member; anda plurality of biasing means, each mounted to both the support structure and the collar;wherein each biasing means is configured to bias the support structure towards, so as to maintain the support structure in, the erect position when a force is applied to an underside of the canopy to inhibit the support structure from inverting.2. An umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein each biasing means is pivotally mounted to the support structure.3. An umbrella according to claim 1 , wherein each biasing means is resilient and curved along its length in its neutral position such that the biasing means is able to bend when the force is applied to the underside of the canopy and the resilience of the biasing means biases it towards its neutral position.4. An umbrella according to claim ...

Computer-Readable Instructions Executable by a Processor to Operate an Umbrella

An article includes a non-transitory computer readable medium having stored thereon computer-readable instructions executable by a processor in a computing device of an umbrella to receive a communication request from a mobile communications device to receive measurements from one or more environmental sensors of the umbrella; receive environmental sensor measurements from the one or more environmental sensors; store the received sensor measurements in one or more memory devices; and communicate the sensor measurements to the mobile communication device that requested the measurements from the one or more environmental sensors. The article further comprises computer-readable instructions executable by a processor in a computing device to receive a communication request from the mobile communications device to move a component or assembly of the umbrella; communicate a command to a motor assembly to move the motor assembly; and communicate a status of the motor assembly to the mobile communication device. 1. An article comprising:a non-transitory computer readable medium having stored thereon computer-readable instructions executable by a processor in a computing device of an umbrella to:receive a communication request from a mobile communications device to receive measurements from one or more environmental sensors of the umbrella;receive environmental sensor measurements from the one or more environmental sensors;store the received sensor measurements in one or more memory devices of the umbrella;communicate the sensor measurements to the mobile communication device that requested the measurements from the one or more environmental sensors;receive a communication request from the mobile communications device to move a component or assembly of the umbrella;communicate a command or instruction to a motor assembly to move the motor assembly; andcommunicate a status of the motor assembly to the mobile communication device.2. The article of claim 1 , further comprising ...

Solar-Powered Charging Umbrella with USB Ports

A solar-powered umbrella has a cap structure that is connected by hinges to struts. The struts are relatively rigid and positioned above the umbrella shade and house solar panels. When the umbrella is opened and closed, the struts rotate via the hinges from an open to closed position. When the solar panels are exposed to the sun, light is converted to electrical energy to charge a rechargeable battery. The battery supplies power to one or more USB ports. A user can recharge an electronic device (e.g., smartphone or tablet computer) by connecting to a port of the umbrella using a cable. 1. An umbrella comprising:a shaft;an umbrella shade, coupled between a cap retainer and the shaft;a frame structure comprising:a cap, coupled between the cap retainer and the umbrella shade, comprising a cap opening and at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, wherein the cap retainer couples to a bolt of the shaft that passes through the cap opening;a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first sleeve that houses at least a first solar panel, wherein the first sleeve comprises a first clear surface that is above the first solar panel such that light can pass through the first clear surface to be collected by the first solar panel for conversion into electrical energy, and the third hinge portion is adapted to mate with the first hinge portion of the cap to form a first strut hinge; anda second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second sleeve that holds at least a second solar panel, wherein the second sleeve comprises a second clear surface that is above the second solar panel such that light can pass through the second clear surface to be collected by the second solar panel for conversion into electrical energy, and the fourth hinge portion is adapted to mate with the second hinge portion ...

Automated Intelligent Shading Objects and Computer-Readable Instructions for Interfacing With, Communicating With and Controlling a Shading Object

An intelligent shading object comprises a base assembly and an umbrella support assembly. The umbrella support assembly is coupled to the base assembly and comprises a first processor and a first motor assembly. The first motor assembly rotates an umbrella support assembly about a vertical axis in response to commands and/or signals generated by the first processor. The umbrella assembly further comprises a stem assembly and a center support assembly, where the center support assembly further comprises a second processor, a second motor assembly, a lower assembly, an upper assembly, and a hinging assembly. The second processor communicates signals and/or commands to the second motor assembly and the second motor assembly drives the upper assembly to rotate with respect to the lower assembly via the hinging assembly. 1. An intelligent shading object , comprising:a base assembly;a stem assembly; anda center support assembly, the center support assembly connected to the stem assembly,wherein the stem assembly comprises a first processor positioned inside the stem assembly and a first motor assembly positioned within the stem assembly, the first motor assembly to rotate the stem assembly about a vertical axis in response to commands or signals generated by the first processor while the base assembly remains stationary.2. (canceled)3. The intelligent shading object of claim 1 , wherein the first motor assembly comprises a first motor controller claim 1 , a first motor and a gearbox assembly claim 1 , and the first motor controller receives commands from the first processor claim 1 , communicates signals to the first motor claim 1 , which generates signals to drive the gearbox assembly claim 1 , which causes rotation of the the center support assembly about the vertical axis.4. The intelligent shading object of claim 1 , the center support assembly further comprising a second processor claim 1 , a second motor assembly claim 1 , a lower assembly claim 1 , an upper ...

Intelligent Shading Charging Systems

An intelligent shading charging system, comprises a housing having a rechargeable battery installed therein, a lower support assembly connected to the housing and an upper support assembly, the upper support assembly comprising one or more arm support assemblies. The intelligent shading charging system further comprises a hinging assembly connecting a lower support assembly to an upper support assembly to allow an upper support assembly to rotate with respect to the lower support assembly, one or more arms connected to the one or more are support assemblies, a shading fabric; and one or more solar cell arrays mounted on or integrated within the shading fabric. 1. An intelligent shading charging system , comprising:a housing having a rechargeable battery installed therein;a lower support assembly connected to the housing;an upper support assembly, the upper support assembly comprising one or more arm support assemblies;a hinging assembly connecting a lower support assembly to an upper support assembly to allow an upper support assembly to rotate with respect to the lower support assembly;one or more arms connected to the one or more are support assemblies;a shading fabric; andone or more solar cell arrays mounted on or integrated within the shading fabric.2. The intelligent shading charging system of claim 1 , the housing further including an interface coupled to an electrical power supply system such as a power main system.3. The intelligent shading charging of claim 2 , the rechargeable battery in the housing providing excess electrical power to the electrical power supply system.4. The intelligent shading charging system of claim 1 , the rechargeable battery in the housing receiving electrical power from the one or more solar cell arrays.5. The intelligent shading charging system of claim 1 , the rechargeable battery in the housing providing electrical power to components claim 1 , circuits and/or assemblies in the lower support assembly and/or the upper support ...

Intelligent Shading Objects with Integrated Computing Device

An intelligent shading umbrella comprises a base assembly, an umbrella support assembly coupled to a base assembly, a first memory, a first processor coupled to the first memory, and a computing device, wherein the computing device has a non-volatile memory having computer-readable instructions stored thereon, a second memory, and a second processor. A first processor communicates commands and/or signals to the umbrella support assembly to cause movement of the umbrella support assembly. A second processor, of the computing device, is enclosed within the intelligent shading object fetches computer-readable instructions from the non-volatile memory, loads the computer-readable instructions from the non-volatile memory into the second memory, and executes the computer-readable instructions to communicate with external computing devices and/or to generate commands and/or signals to the first processor to request movements of the umbrella shading assembly.

Remote Control of Shading Object and/or Intelligent Umbrella

An intelligent shading umbrella includes a processor, a base assembly, a stem assembly coupled to a base assembly and a central support assembly coupled to a stem assembly, the central support assembly including one or more arm support assemblies. The intelligent shading umbrella further comprises one or more blades, coupled to the arm support assemblies. The intelligent shading umbrella further comprises an infrared receiver, the infrared receiver receiving signals from a remote device and communicating signals to control movement of the intelligent shading umbrella.

Computer-Readable Instructions Executable by a Processor to Operate a Shading Object, Intelligent Umbrella and an Intelligent Shading Charging System

An article comprises a non-transitory computer readable medium having stored thereon computer implementable instructions executable by a processor in a computing device to receive measurements from one or more environmental sensors of an intelligent shading device, analyze and compare received sensor measurements to preset user-defined weather-based thresholds, and generate and communicate alert messages to identify that user-defined weather-based thresholds have been met or exceeded. 1. An article comprising:a non-transitory computer readable medium having stored thereon computer implementable instructions executable by a processor in a computing device to:receive measurements from one or more environmental sensors of an intelligent shading device;analyze and compare received sensor measurements to preset user-defined weather-based thresholds; andgenerate and communicate alert messages to identify that user-defined weather-based thresholds have been met or exceeded.2. The article of claim 1 , further comprising computer-implementable instructions executable by the processor to the computing device to:generate product or services recommendations based on received sensor measurements and/or user-defined weather-based thresholds.3. The article of claim 1 , wherein the one or more environmental sensors comprise air quality sensors claim 1 , ultraviolet radiation sensors claim 1 , temperature sensors claim 1 , and/or humidity sensors.4. An article comprising:a non-transitory computer readable medium having stored thereon computer implementable instructions executable by a processor in a computing device to:receive measurements from one or more weather sensors of an intelligent shading device, the weather sensors comprising a humidity sensor or a temperature sensor;analyze and compare received weather sensor measurements to preset weather conditions; andgenerate and communicate alert messages to identify whether the preset weather conditions are met.5. The article of ...

Hat Umbrella

A hat-umbrella comprises a circular frame with a shade attached to a plurality of extendable and retractable radial supports that form an umbrella around the circular frame. When expanded, the radial supports extend away from the circular frame, thus a large shade is formed. When retracted, the radial supports collapses around the circular frame and the shade is folded. 1. A hat umbrella , comprising:an upper circular frame;a lower circular frame slidably mounted on the upper circular frame; anda plurality of radial supports, each radial support having a plurality of ribs with a first rib movably attached to the lower circular frame and a second rib movably attached to the upper circular frame,whereinwhen the first rib and the second rib of a radial support move away from each other, the radial support retracts toward the upper circular frame, andwhen the first rib and the second rib of the radial support move toward each other, the radial support expand away from the upper circular frame.2. The hat umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a connecting pin movably securing the first rib and the second rib of a radial support.3. The hat umbrella of claim 1 , wherein each rib is curved toward the upper circular frame.4. The hat umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a removable shade attached to the plurality of radial supports.5. The hat umbrella of claim 4 , wherein the removable shade has a plurality of precut folds.6. The hat umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a head piece attached to the upper circular frame.7. The hat umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a helmet claim 1 , wherein the upper circular frame and the lower circular frame are attached to the helmet.8. The hat umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of swingable hinges claim 1 , wherein each rib of each radial support is attached to either the upper circular frame or the lower circular frame through a swingable hinge.9. The hat umbrella of claim 1 , further comprising a handle ...