Vorhangschiene mit mittelbar ansetzbarer Blende

Vorhanggalerie, Gardinenleiste, Rahmeneinfassung od. dgl. aus Kunststoff

Galerie-Vorhangschiene

Galerie-Vorhangschiene, insbesondere zur Anordnung an einer Decke eines Raumes oder dergleichen mit Hilfe von Befestigungselementen, die in die Decke eingesetzt sind, wobei die Galerie-Vorhangschiene bevorzugt zwei Führungsschienen zur verschieblichen Aufhängung von Vorhängen, Gardinen, Sichtblenden o. a. aufweist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Galerie-Vorhangschiene ein Galerieprofil (1) in Form eines flachen, rechteckigen Hohlprofils, das in einem Arbeitsgang komplett hergestellt ist umfasst, wobei das Galerieprofil (1) mindestens zwei, an der deckenabgewandten Längssseite angeformte Laufschienen (2) mit zueinander gerichteten Führungsstegen (3) für Laufrollen oder dergleichen eines Vorhangs aufweist.

Deck- und Zierschiene aus Pressmetall fuer Gardinen, Vorhaenge o. dgl.

Eckverbindung fuer Gardinenleisten

Halter fuer Gardinenzierleisten

Improvements in Twist Lace Curtains and the Mode of Hanging the same.

... 13,180. Hees, W. R. May 29. Curtains.-A lace curtain is formed with a number of holes A crossed by narrow strips of fabric B. The pole is threaded under the strips B as shown.

NET CURTAIN RAIL

CURTAIN TRACK

Pelmet

PELMET END

... 1,246,173. Pelmets. W. H. ARMSTRONG. May 11, 1970 [Feb. 10, 1969], No.7050/69. Heading A4B. A pelmet end unit which is of L-shape comprises a first limb 1 formed with an upwardly open channel recess 2 to receive and support an end of a front pelmet board and a second limb 4 with an upper edge rebate 5 defining a ledge on which the end of a top pelmet board may rest. The first limb 1 may also have a rebate 3 defining a ledge on which the top board may be further supported. The limbs 1, 4 may be separately manufactured and inter-connected by a dovetail joint. The bottom corner of the free edge of the first limb 1 may be cut away.

Fascia Assembly for a Roller Blind

Pelmet joining device

A device and method for joining the ends of non-parallel sections of pelmet. The pelmet joining device 100 comprises a first member 102 defining a formation for receiving a first pelmet section, a second member 104 defining a formation for receiving a second pelmet section and a mechanical hinge 200 joining the first and second members. The pelmet receiving formations may comprise endless walls defining blind bores. The first and second members may be separate components and can be assembled with a snap-fit formation that is part of the hinge and comprises a hinge shaft receiving formation on the first member and a hinge shaft on the second member. The hinge shaft receiving formation may be defined by a pair of spaced apart lugs which define hinge pins extending into the hinge shaft receiving formation.

Bracket

... 995,692. Brackets; curtain pelmets. NORMAN VERNON (IMPORTERS) Ltd. May 27, 1964 [July 12, 1963], No. 27665/63. Heading A4B. A bracket for securing box pelmets to window frames comprises an angle member with limbs 10, 11 and triangular stiffeners 12 defining slots 13 between themselves and limb 11, and a stirrup member including a cross-piece 16 extending between lugs 17, 17 and defining a recess 16a, the angle member being secured to the pelmet and engaging the stirrup member, which is secured to the window frame, so that the part 16 enters slots 13.

Telescospic pelmet board

... 498,633. Pelmets. SELLWYN, M. April 8, 1938, No. 7563. [Class 52 (v)] A pelmet telescopically adjustable to fit different sizes of window frames comprises a central member A of angle section in which slide two end members B, each having a front portion 3 and a top portion 4, the top portions having longitudinal slots engaging bolts H on the top portion 2 of the central member. Wing portions D also comprising three telescopic sections are hinged to the end members at M and adjusted by plates G fixed to the wing members having arcuate slots K engaging bolts J on the end members B. The end members are guided by brackets fixed to the rear side of the front portion 1 of the central member.

Improvements in or relating to pelmets

... 1,010,732. Pelmets. D. McGREGOR WILKIE. Oct. 21, 1964, No. 42934/64. Heading A4B. A pelmet consists of three sections of L-shaped cross-section of which the end sections 2 each have an integral transverse end wall 3 and the centre section 1 is straight and open-ended the sections being secured to a common batten 6 and the butt joint being concealed by a cover strip or the sections 2 have offset portions to overlap the centre section.

DEVICE FOR THE ATTACHMENT OF A SCREEN AT THE NARROW SIDE OF A CURTAIN RAIL

DEVICE FOR FASTENING A SCREEN FOR LAMELLA GATES

VORRICHTUNG ZUR BEFESTIGUNG EINER BLENDE AN DER SCHMALSEITE EINER VORHANGSCHIENE

DEVICE FOR THE ATTACHMENT OF A SCREEN AT THE NARROW SIDE OF A CURTAIN RAIL

KARNIESE

CONNECTING DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR TO VERBINDUNVERBINDUNGSVORRICTUNG, IN PARTICULAR FOR CONNECTION G OF THE NARROW SIDE EILNER CURTAIN RAIL WITH ONE THE NARROW SIDE OF A CURTAIN RAIL WITH A SCREEN SCREEN

Porch rail

ROLLER SHUTTER WHICH CAN BE FITTED TO THE INSIDE OF WINDOW OPENINGS

ADJUSTABLE HANGING APPARATUS FOR BLIND VALANCES

An adjustable hanging apparatus for blind valances is provided. The hanging apparatus includes a hanging device and a mounting device. The hanging device has a hook, which can be slidably hooked over a headrail. In addition, a base of the hanging device has an opening. The opening is disposed with two resilient mounting plates, and each mounting plate has a plurality of troughs. A neck portion is formed therebetween the mounting plates. The mounting device has a joint portion, which can engage with the valance. Also, a jam portion passes through the neck portion and mounted therein. Positioning flanges can be engaged with the troughs of the mounting plates so as to limit the vertical movement of the mounting device, and the mounting device can be inserted through the opening in the vertical direction of any positions to adjust the valance to desired positions.

VALANCE ASSEMBLY

A valance assembly for use with a blind having a headrail includes an elonga te valance member having a substantially planar rear face. A T-shaped groove is disposed in the rear face of, and oriented longitudinally with respect to the elongat e valance member. A pair of valance return members are mounted at opposite ends of the elongate valance member, each valance return member having a substantially planar rea r face. A corresponding T-shaped groove is disposed in the rear face of, and oriented longitudinally with respect to each respective valance return member. Each of the valance return members are joined to the elongate valance member by means of a corner brack et capable of sliding frictional engagement into the T-shaped groove of the elongate valance member and a corresponding T-shaped groove of a respective one of the valanc e return members, so that each valance return member is securely retained in position by frictional engagement between a respective corner bracket and corresponding ...

Deckband, insbesondere für Gardinen- und Vorhang-Zugvorrichtungen.

Gardinenleiste.

Aufhängevorrichtung für Vorhänge und Gardinen.

Vorhangtraggarnitur mit Vorhangtragleiste, mehrteiliger Deckleiste und Beschlag, mittels welchem mindestens ein Teil der Deckleiste lösbar an der Tragleiste angeschlossen ist.

Vorhanggarnitur mit Tragleiste aus Holz.

Vorhangschiene

Arbeitszylinder für pneumatische und hydraulische Druckmedien

Endplatte für Vorhangschienen

Deckschiene bei Garnituren für Gardinen, Vorhänge und dergleichen.

Mit einer Deckschiene verbundenes, auf der Unterseite geschlitztes Tragrohr für Gardinen.

Vorrichtung zur Befestigung einer Deckschiene bei Gardinen, Vorhängen und dergleichen.

Biegsame Zier- und Deckschiene, insbesondere bei Gardinen- und Vorhanggarnituren.

Tragschiene für Fensterdekorationen.

Zuggardinen-Garnitur.

Zuggardinen-Garnitur.

Karniese

Abdeckleiste

Vorbauvorhangschiene

Endstück an Vorhangschiene

SEGGIOLONE PER BAMBINI.

Klemme

Vorhang-Hängevorrichtung mit einer Vorhang-Galerie

Curtain device with touch-and-close fastening

Anti-deformation curtain box structure

Assembled pelmet

Shaped mountings for fixing of thin straps of curtains

Curtain rod adjustable and foldable

Device of curtain cantilever

Cover

Expanded plastic pelmet with side projections for curtain rod - allowing attachment to curtain rod without adhesive

cURTAINS AND cURTAINS[...] ON

Gallery with rails for curtains and hangings

CURTAIN BOX

PURPOSE: A curtain box is provided to prevent a gap between a curtain box and a ceiling finish without welding by changing the width and depth thereof according to the feature of a building and to decrease manufacturing cost through a mass production. CONSTITUTION: A curtain box has connectors inserted through first to fourth holes(112,114,122,132). To join first to third bending bodies(110,120,130) each other through the plural holes(112,114,122,132), bolts(142) and nuts(144) are used preferably. A hanger(150) for supporting the curtain box on the ceiling consists of an anchor nut penetrating into concrete of the ceiling, plural bolts/nuts and a hook inserted into a hole(134). Plural hangers(150) are mounted at regular intervals along the ceiling including the curtain box. COPYRIGHT 2001 KIPO ...

Drapery support member

A drapery support member having a plurality of supporting tracks disposed in spaced relationship along the bottom, front and side walls of a base structure from which various combinations of curtains, draperies, valances and the like can be suspended to present a cooperative decoration.

DRAPERY

A drapery comprising a pair of panels horizontally slidable on a supporting rod. Each of the panels has a string secured thereto at one edge. The edges of the panels having the secured strings thereon are positioned adjacent each other, and are slidable away from each other. Each string has two ends, with the ends extending across the width of both panels and being slidably supported exteriorly of the panels. The pulling of each string in one direction will pull a panel away from the other. The pulling of the string in the other direction will pull the panel toward the other. In this way one or both panels of the drapery can be opened. The drapery further includes an associated valance which comprises a pair of rods which are vertically extending. The valance comprises a stretchable fabric which is stretched around the rods.

ACCESSORY OF VENETIAN BLIND

A fixing device includes a main body; a first coupling member disposed on the main body for coupling to the upper rail; a second coupling member disposed on the main body for coupling to the cover plate. The second coupling member includes an engagement projection, which includes a base fitted into and slidable inside a slide groove. The slide groove is disposed on a surface of the main body facing the cover plate. The second coupling member further includes a bump protruding from the base and inserted into a groove in the slide groove, and the bump is movable between grooves along a first direction. The bump can move in the groove in a first direction and is stopped from moving in a second direction opposite to the first direction. Two ends of the engagement projection are different in configuration to specify the first direction.

Cornice construction

СПОСОБ ДЕКОРАТИВНОЙ ОТДЕЛКИ ЛАМБРЕКЕНОВ

Изобретение относится к декоративно-прикладному искусству в области текстиля и может быть использовано для создания интерьерных декоративно-прикладных произведений. Способ декоративной отделки ламбрекенов и подхватов для штор заключается в закреплении жестких рельефных декоративных элементов на основе в виде полотна ткани так, что по контуру по крайней мере одного из жестких рельефных декоративных элементов на полотне ткани образуют объемные поверхностные участки. Жесткие рельефные декоративные элементы выполняют таким образом, что по своему художественному выполнению они повторяют жесткие рельефные декоративные элементы на предметах мебели в интерьере помещения или выполнены в стиле окружающих предметов интерьера. Обеспечивается расширение арсенала технических средств указанного назначения. 8 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил.

ВЫРЕЗНОЙ ВИТРАЖНЫЙ ЛАМБРЕКЕН

1. Вырезной витражный ламбрекен, включающий в себя слой из непрозрачной или частично непрозрачной ткани или нетканого материала, содержащий по меньшей мере одно вырезное окно, характеризующийся тем, что вырезной витражный ламбрекен дополнительно включает в себя прозрачный слой-подложку, содержащий клеевое покрытие с одной своей стороны, обращенное в сторону слоя из непрозрачной или частично непрозрачной ткани, укрепленного прокладочным материалом типа бандо, адаптированный для размещения дополнительных элементов. 2. Вырезной витражный ламбрекен по п. 1, характеризующийся тем, что прозрачный слой-подложка выполнен из ткани типа органзы или полимерных нитей, образующих сетку с помощью переплетения или прессовки. 3. Вырезной витражный ламбрекен по п. 1, характеризующийся тем, что вырезной витражный ламбрекен дополнительно содержит по меньшей мере один дополнительный элемент в виде вставки из светопрозрачного материала, расположенной между слоем-подложкой и слоем из непрозрачной или частично непрозрачной ткани или между слоем из непрозрачной или частично непрозрачной ткани и прокладочным материалом. 4. Вырезной витражный ламбрекен по п. 1, характеризующийся тем, что вырезной витражный ламбрекен дополнительно содержит множество дополнительных элементов в виде вставок из светопрозрачного материала, расположенных между слоем-подложкой и слоем из непрозрачной или частично непрозрачной ткани, возможно, укрепленного прокладочным материалом типа бандо, причем вставки выполнены из светопрозрачного материала разного цвета. 5. Вырезной витражный ламбрекен по п. 1, характеризующийся тем, что слой-подложка выполнен двухслойным, состоящим из наружного слоя и внутреннего слоя, каждый из которых содержит клеевое покрытие с одной своей стороны, обращенное в сторону слоя из непрозрачной или частично непрозрачной ткани. 6. Вырезной витражный ламбрекен по п. 5, характеризующийся тем, что вырезной витражный ламбрекен дополнительно содержит по меньшей мереодин дополнительный элемент в виде ...

Metallprofil-Gardinenleiste

Vorhangschienenkombination, Abdeckplatte, bestimmt für eine derartige Vorhangschienenkombination

Vorhangschiene aus Holz mit Seiten- oder Abschlussdeckel

DRAPE SUPPORT APPARATUS

Net curtains or drapes 17 having a transverse pocket along one edge are supported by apparatus comprising a rigid elongate hollow structure in the form of an extruded plastic channel 11, a flexible extruded plastic rod 12 adapted to extend throughout the drape pocket and to be received so as to extend along the entire length of the channel 11. The channel 11 is of restricted width along its longitudinal open side so that whilst the drape 17 is able to hang from the channel 11 through its open side opposed surfaces portions 15a, 15b, of the channel 11 serve as reaction surfaces supporting the combined weight of the rod 12 and drape 17. The apparatus may be fitted within window bays by using two or more channels with joint or link pieces 20 flexing at the bay corners and the rod 12 extending throughout the entire length of the composite structure. ...

SWAG HOLDER

Improvements in or relating to Device for Fastening Hangings or a Decorative Strip Across the Top of a Window

... 1,186,759. Suspending curtains. M. ASSAEL. 21 Nov., 1967 [25 Nov., 1966], No. 52860/67. Heading A4B. A valance or decorative strip 7a is releasably secured at each end to an angle bracket 1a having a front wing 2a and a side wing 3a and includes a pair of arms 4a extending rearwardly from the front wing 2a and provided at their free ends 5a with formations which straddle a curtain rail 6a to be supported thereby. The arms 4a may be integral with the front wing 2a (as in Fig. 1) or, as shown, are carried by a plate 9 which is vertically adjustable relative to the front wing 2a. The side wing 3a may carry an extension 13 which is adjustably secured to the wing 3a to vary the spacing of the front wing 2a from the wall M. A flange 17 on the extension 13 abuts the wall M and has holes 18 to receive rails to be driven into the wall M. An intermediate bracket 20 with rail engaging arms 4a may be provided. Quick-release, adhesive fastening strips 8a, 8b on the brackets 1a, 20 engage the strip 7 ...

Pelmet bracket and system

A pelmet system 10 comprises a pelmet fascia 12 and two support brackets 14 by which the pelmet facia 12 is supportable. Each bracket 14 has a support surface portion 40 which is contactable with a pelmet supporting surface, and a fascia engagement portion 42 by which the bracket is engageable with the pelmet fascia 12. Preferably, the pelmet fascia is push-fit engageable with the brackets, by means of a grooved channel 26 having a recessed bottom surface 28 on the pelmet facia 12 and projection(s) 48 having a head 50 in a form that complements that of the channel 26. The projection 48 may have a slit to facilitate engagement with the channel 26. The pelmet may have a channel 32 that may be bevelled at the edges to facilitate the introduction and engagement of clips (34, Fig.4) that fix a covering material, typically fabric. The clips may have serrations (38, Fig.4). The brackets 14 are mounted on the supporting surface via fastener(s) that are arranged through elongate aperature 52, which ...

VALANCES

End piece for curtain rails

VERBINDUNGSVORRICHTUNG, INSBESONDERE ZUR VERBINDUNVERBINDUNGSVORRICTUNG,INSBESONDERE ZUR VERBINDUNG G DER SCHMALSEITE EILNER VORHANGSCHIENE MIT EINER DER SCHMALSEITE EINER VORHANGSCHIENE MIT EINER BLENDE BLENDE

Vorhangkarniese

KARNIESE

Method of forming covered pelmets

Valance arrangement

PELMET AND SUPPORT BRACKET

FOAM CORNICE BOARD

A foam comice board for hanging curtains including a foam body having a decorative front surface defining a flat central and decorative upper and lower portions. The central portion is configured to receive a flat strip of decorative material such as a single vertical blind panel. The foam body further includes a notch formed into its back surface along the upper edge for receiving a mounting member connected thereto. For longer spans, a decorative foam keystone connector panel joins two adjacent comice boards together which are abutted in end-to-end fashion. A decorative foam side cascade with a coextensive side panel is connectable to a wall, the side cascade having an upper margin configured for mating supportive engagement with a lower margin of the comice board.

CURTAIN RAIL

LIGHTED VALANCE

A valance for concealing a headrail, the valence being usable with a light source and first and second decorative inserts having different configurations. The valence includes: a headrail attachment bracket; a first compartment for receiving the light source thereinto, the first compartment being mechanically coupled to the headrail attachment bracket and defining a window; a second compartment mechanically coupled to the first compartment with the first compartment located between the headrail attachment bracket and the second compartment; the second compartment including a second compartment housing defining a housing aperture and a removable panel removably attachable to the second compartment housing across the housing aperture in two different orientations. The first and second decorative inserts are alternatively and selectively attachable to the removable panel in a respective one of the different orientations.

LIGHTED VALANCE

A valance for concealing a headrail, the valance being usable with a light source, a first decorative insert and a second decorative insert, the second decorative insert having a different configuration than the first decorative insert. The valence includes: a headrail attachment bracket for attaching the valance to the headrail; a first compartment for receiving the light source thereinto, the first compartment being mechanically coupled to the headrail attachment bracket, the first compartment defining a window for allowing light emitted by the light source to exit from the first compartment; a second compartment, the second compartment being mechanically coupled to the first compartment with the first compartment located between the headrail attachment bracket and the second compartment; the second compartment including a second compartment housing and a removable panel, the second compartment housing defining a housing aperture and a panel attachment for attaching the removable panel ...

WINDOW TREATMENT MOUNTING ASSEMBLY

The present invention relates to a window treatment mounting assembly, and a kit which includes a window treatment mounting assembly and a window treatment or modular fabric components thereof. In one preferred aspect, a window treatment mounting assembly for mounting a window treatment over a window is provided, where the mounting assembly comprises a longitudinally elongated channel beam for releasably retaining the window treatment; a resiliently compressible retention member for releasably coupling the window treatment to the channel beam in a friction fit; and at least one mounting bracket for supporting the channel beam in a mounting position adjacent the window.

CORNICE AND VALENCE DEVICES

A cornice device and a valence device may be connected together vertically to provide a combination device. The cornice device has an integrally formed rac eway made from PVC which can carry electrical cables or pipes. Two cornice devices or two valence devices or two combination devices can be interconnected by means of a p lug which is received in the ends channels in two adjacent cornice devices. The chan nels are also integrally formed from PVC with the rest of the cornice. The valence device has a detachable upper plate which can be cut away when connected to a valence device. Fixed angle connector plugs are made from PVC. However, variable angle connector plugs made from aluminum can be utilized to join devices at an angle.

Декоративная штора

Декоративная штора, содержащая карниз, расположенные вдоль него гибкие декоративные элементы, отличающаяся тем, что декоративные элементы выполнены в виде пушистых плетей, состоящих из двойной несущей эластичной нити, на которую крепится полимерная лента разнообразных цветов с рассеченными краями, причем скрепление нити и полимерной ленты осуществляется путем взаимного встречного скручивания двойной нити и полимерной ленты, сложенной по центральной оси. (19) RU (11) (13) 257 U1 (51) МПК A47H 23/05 (1995.01) РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К СВИДЕТЕЛЬСТВУ (21), (22) Заявка: 93028759/12, 31.05.1993 (46) Опубликовано: 16.03.1995 (71) Заявитель(и): Кооператив "Восток", Кооператив "Энергопласт" (73) Патентообладатель(и): Кооператив "Восток", Кооператив "Энергопласт" U 1 2 5 7 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 U 1 (57) Формула полезной модели Декоративная штора, содержащая карниз, расположенные вдоль него гибкие декоративные элементы, отличающаяся тем, что декоративные элементы выполнены в виде пушистых плетей, состоящих из двойной несущей эластичной нити, на которую крепится полимерная лента разнообразных цветов с рассеченными краями, причем скрепление нити и полимерной ленты осуществляется путем взаимного встречного скручивания двойной нити и полимерной ленты, сложенной по центральной оси. 2 5 7 (54) Декоративная штора R U (72) Автор(ы): Михайлов В.Н., Романов С.П., Лихоманов О.А. RU 257 U1 RU 257 U1 RU 257 U1

Декоративная штора

1. Декоративная штора, содержащая карниз, а также подвески в виде шнуров и набора декоративных элементов, расположенных вдоль шнуров, отличающаяся тем, что декоративные элементы выполнены в виде деталей с центральным отверстием для проводки шпура, один из концов которых снабжен выступом с размерами, позволяющими ввести его в центральное отверстие. 2. Штора по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что декоративные элементы представляют собой имеющие соответствующую форму и получаемые из разноцветных пластмасс детали массовых изделий одноразового пользования, в частности головок игл инъекционных шприцов однократного применения. (19) RU (11) (13) 1 003 U1 (51) МПК A47H 23/05 (1995.01) B44C 03/12 (1995.01) РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К СВИДЕТЕЛЬСТВУ (21), (22) Заявка: 93040854/12, 11.08.1993 (46) Опубликовано: 16.11.1995 (71) Заявитель(и): Сабуров Владимир Юрьевич, Терехов Геннадий Николаевич (73) Патентообладатель(и): Сабуров Владимир Юрьевич, Терехов Геннадий Николаевич U 1 1 0 0 3 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 U 1 (57) Формула полезной модели 1. Декоративная штора, содержащая карниз, а также подвески в виде шнуров и набора декоративных элементов, расположенных вдоль шнуров, отличающаяся тем, что декоративные элементы выполнены в виде деталей с центральным отверстием для проводки шпура, один из концов которых снабжен выступом с размерами, позволяющими ввести его в центральное отверстие. 2. Штора по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что декоративные элементы представляют собой имеющие соответствующую форму и получаемые из разноцветных пластмасс детали массовых изделий одноразового пользования, в частности головок игл инъекционных шприцов однократного применения. 1 0 0 3 (54) Декоративная штора R U (72) Автор(ы): Сабуров Владимир Юрьевич, Терехов Геннадий Николаевич RU 1 003 U1 RU 1 003 U1 RU 1 003 U1 RU 1 003 U1

ЭЛЕМЕНТ ЛАМБРЕКЕНА (ВАРИАНТЫ)

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Заявленная полезная модель относится к устройству автомобильной шторы для перевозки продуктов в кузове грузового автомобиля в основном с рефрижераторной установкой для удержания температуры от -20 С° до +10 С°. Существенными недостатками аналога и прототипа является то, что устройства достаточно сложны в конструкции, установке и эксплуатации. Задачей, предложенной к патентованию полезной модели, является устранение недостатков аналога и прототипа, а техническим результатом - упрощение конструкции и ее установки и эксплуатации. Достигаемый технический результат заявленного технического решения заключается в том, что устройство автомобильной шторы для перевозки продуктов в кузове грузового автомобиля состоит из двух полотнищ, соединенных между собой. Новым является то, что полотнища вертикально ориентированы и выполнены из термопластичного полиуретана, к их краям присоединены полосы ткани, по периметру которых вшиты магниты, кнопки, петли и шлевки, при этом на каждом полотнище выполнен карман. 1 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 193 459 U1 (51) МПК A47H 23/00 (2006.01) E06B 5/10 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A47H 23/00 (2019.08); E06B 5/10 (2019.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019125597, 13.08.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Пушкарев Илья Дмитриевич (RU) Дата регистрации: 30.10.2019 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 13.08.2019 (45) Опубликовано: 30.10.2019 Бюл. № 31 1 9 3 4 5 9 R U (54) Устройство автомобильной шторы для перевозки продуктов в кузове грузового автомобиля (57) Реферат: Заявленная полезная модель относится к Достигаемый технический результат заявленного устройству автомобильной шторы для перевозки технического решения заключается в том, что продуктов в кузове грузового автомобиля в устройство автомобильной шторы для перевозки основном с рефрижераторной установкой для продуктов в кузове грузового автомобиля состоит ...

Оконная штора

Оконная штора может представлять собой штору, верхняя часть и нижняя часть которой имеют крепежную планку. Штора устанавливается в блок скольжения посредством крепежной планки на верхней части шторы, и крепежная планка на нижней части шторы соединяется с утяжеляющей направляющей. Крепежные планки на верхней части и нижней части шторы приспособлены для обеспечения возможности горизонтальной установки шторы на верхней направляющей оконной шторы и также для обеспечения возможности равномерного распределения веса утяжеляющей направляющей на нижней части шторы, тем самым обеспечивая плавное функционирование шторы. 2 з.п. ф-лы,7 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 195 740 U1 (51) МПК A47H 1/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A47H 1/00 (2019.08); A47H 23/01 (2019.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019135188, 01.11.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): АБО ВИНДОУ ФЭШН КОРП. (US), ЧУАН, Шань-Чи (TW) Дата регистрации: 04.02.2020 (45) Опубликовано: 04.02.2020 Бюл. № 4 1 9 5 7 4 0 R U (54) ОКОННАЯ ШТОРА (57) Реферат: Оконная штора может представлять собой штору, верхняя часть и нижняя часть которой имеют крепежную планку. Штора устанавливается в блок скольжения посредством крепежной планки на верхней части шторы, и крепежная планка на нижней части шторы соединяется с утяжеляющей направляющей. Крепежные планки на верхней части и нижней Стр.: 1 части шторы приспособлены для обеспечения возможности горизонтальной установки шторы на верхней направляющей оконной шторы и также для обеспечения возможности равномерного распределения веса утяжеляющей направляющей на нижней части шторы, тем самым обеспечивая плавное функционирование шторы. 2 з.п. ф-лы,7 ил. U 1 U 1 Адрес для переписки: 123242, Москва, Кудринская пл., 1, а/я 35, "Михайлюк, Сороколат и партнеры патентные поверенные" 1 9 5 7 4 0 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 171259 U1, 25.05.2017. ...

Solar Wall Apparatus and Method

A construction panel includes a pane, a construction substrate, and a frame that form an air gap there between. An electrical generator, a water circulator, and an air venting system are in the air gap. First and second reflective coatings are respectively on first surfaces of the pane and the construction substrate. The first surfaces face the air gap. The reflective coatings reflect IR to heat water in the water circulator and heat air in the air gap. First and second antireflective coatings are respectively on a second surface of the pane and on the first reflective coating. The second surface faces away from the air gap. The antireflective coatings transmit electromagnetic radiation to the electrical generator for electricity generation. The heated water, heated air, and electricity may be used in a building to which the construction panel is attached. The solar-construction panel includes a multiple-pane window integrally formed therein.

Safety window shade assembly

A dual shade apparatus comprises a first shade, which may be a Roman or natural woven shade, and a second shade, which may be a cellular shade, coupled to each other in a back-to-back arrangement with one or more dual channeled couplers. Any lift cords employed in the apparatus are concealed in between the pair of shades so as to prevent any direct contact. No portion of any employed cords is exposed or accessible for direct or inadvertent contact, thereby enhancing safety in operating the apparatus. The coupler has a double-C configuration to receive corresponding retaining mechanisms of the front and rear shades. A head rail houses a lifting mechanism. Each lifting cord extends from the lifting mechanism, in between the two shades, and down to a bottom rail. The dual shades are drawn down or retracted in unison by pulling or pushing up the bottom rail.

Curtain and method of hanging a curtain

The curtain includes a foldable panel having an upper edge and two opposite side edges. The foldable panel is reversibly moveable between an extended flat position and a fully folded position upon moving the opposite side edges relative to one another. The panel forms a plurality of juxtaposed sections separated by vertical pleats when the panel is folded. The curtain also includes a plurality of spaced-apart ribbons. Each ribbon has opposite ends connected to the upper edge of the panel and forms a loop. The ribbons extend above the upper edge of the panel when the curtain is hung under the horizontal pole. The curtain further includes a plurality of rigid connectors to be loosely inserted over the horizontal pole. Each connector is inserted through the loop formed by a corresponding one of the ribbons. A method of hanging a curtain is also disclosed.

Window Blind

There is described a portable and foldable window blind comprising an sheet ( 1 ) of light-attenuating material having a resilient flexible frame ( 2 ) attached around its edge, the blind having fixing means ( 5 ) for attaching to a window, and the fixing means being attached to the sheet material of the blind by an elongate element ( 4 ). The elongate element ( 4 ) is preferably a flexible tension element such as a cord or strap, and may be elastic. The effective length of the elongate element ( 4 ) between the sheet ( 1 ) and the fixing device ( 5 ) may be adjusted by a clamping device ( 7 ) positioned on the side of the sheet material ( 1 ) remote from the fixing device ( 5 ) and selectively engagable at a variety of points along the length of the elongate element ( 4 ). There is also described an extension piece ( 26,27,28 ) for mounting the blind to a bay window.

Shade Structure

A shade structure includes a plurality of blades and a plurality of pairing units arranged in pairs such that paired ones of said pairing units are disposed at two ends of a corresponding one of the blades, respectively. The pairing units enable the shade structure to be put together or taken apart as needed, so as to enhance variability and practicability of the shade structure.

Apparatus, system, and method for covering a window

The apparatus for covering a window includes a first support member and a second support member spaced apart from the first support member and substantially parallel to the first support member. The apparatus also includes a fabric extending between the first support member and the second support member. The fabric is movably coupled to the first support member and the second support member. The fabric forms a continuous loop through which the first support member and the second support member extend.

Vane assembly of vertical window blind and the vane carrier thereof

A vane assembly of a vertical window covering includes a vane carrier and a vane hung thereon. The vane carrier has front wall and a rear wall with top ends connected to form a clip slot therebetween, and a hook on the rear wall in the clip slot. The hook has a slot and a slot bottom. The vane has a bore to engage the hook of the vane carrier. The slot bottom of the hook has a curved surface complementary to at least a portion of an edge of the bore to avoid damage of the vane.

Window shade

A window shade that reduces the risk of an individual becoming entangled in cords used to operate the shade includes a headrail adapted for horizontal mounting above a window, a shading material attached to the headrail, and at least one cord for raising and lowering the shading material. The cord is attached to a location adjacent a lower end of the material, and extends upward through cord guides toward the headrail. The cord is encased within a collapsible shroud attached to each cord guide. The shroud is adapted to longitudinally extend as the shading material is lowered toward a deployed position, and then longitudinally collapse as the shading material is raised toward a stowed position. The cord is secured to and is wound about a spring-loaded roller. The roller provides tension on the cord that counterbalances the weight of the shade so that the shading material may be positioned at any desired level.

Window shade

A window shade that reduces the risk of an individual becoming entangled in cords used to operate the shade includes a headrail adapted for horizontal mounting above a window, a shading material attached to the headrail, and at least one cord for raising and lowering the shading material. The cord is attached to a location adjacent a lower end of the material, and extends upward through cord guides toward the headrail. The cord is encased within a collapsible shroud attached to each cord guide. The shroud is adapted to longitudinally extend as the shading material is lowered toward a deployed position, and then longitudinally collapse as the shading material is raised toward a stowed position. The cord is secured to and is wound about a spool fixed to a spring-loaded roller. The roller provides tension on the cord that counterbalances the weight of the shade so that the shading material may be positioned at any desired level. The shade does not require a graspable cord or cords for operation.

MOLDED FIBERGLASS SIDELITE ASSEMBLY

The present relates to a sidelite assembly having first and second panels and a window. Each of the panels has an inner edge extending outwardly from a major planar portion and surrounding an opening. The inner edge includes a first portion having a ridge extending outwardly from a distal end thereof and a second portion having a channel extending inwardly from the distal end. An outer edge extends outwardly from the major planar portion and adjacent a periphery thereof, and includes a first portion having a ridge extending outwardly from a distal end thereof and a second portion having a channel extending inwardly from the distal end. The ridges of the first panel are aligned with and received in the channels of the second panel. The window is disposed within the opening. 1. A method of forming a sidelite assembly , comprising: the first panel comprising a first inner edge portion and a first outer edge portion extending from the first major planar portion, the first inner edge portion surrounding the opening, the first outer edge portion positioned adjacent to a periphery of the first major planar portion and including an outer edge ridge extending from a distal end of the first outer edge portion, the first panel further comprising a first extension edge portion including a first parallel leg extending parallel to the first major planar portion and a first perpendicular leg extending perpendicular to the first parallel leg, the first extension edge portion including an extension ridge extending from a distal end of the first extension edge portion,', 'the second panel comprising a second inner edge portion and a second outer edge portion extending from the second major planar portion, the second inner edge portion surrounding the opening, the second outer edge portion positioned adjacent to the periphery of the second major planar portion and having an outer edge channel extending into a distal end of the second outer edge portion, the second panel further ...

MODULAR ALL IN ONE WINDOW COVERING CUTDOWN MACHINE

A modular cutdown machine for window coverings includes a center control module and first and second cutting modules at opposite ends of the center control module. Control, power and cleanup functions are contained within the center control module and are distributed to each of the cutting modules. One cutting module can be operated without the other cutting module in place, and repair or service can be performed by the interchange of modules. 1. A modular cutdown machine for cutting window blind products of different types , said modular cutdown machine comprising:a center control module including sources of operating power;a first cutting module for cutting at least a first window blind product type at one end of said center control module;a second cutting module for cutting at least a second window blind product type at an opposite end of said center control module from said first cutting module;a first array of disconnectable power couplings from at least some of said sources of operating power to said first cutting module; anda second array of disconnectable power couplings from at least some of said sources of operating power to said second cutting module.2. The modular cutdown machine of ; each of said modules including a separate cabinet claim 1 , and said cabinet of said center control module being detachably connected to said cabinets of said first and second cutting modules.3. The modular cut down machine of claim 1 , said center control module having a vacuum cleaner therein claim 1 , and a vacuum hose connecting said vacuum cleaner to at least one of said first and second cutting modules.4. The modular cut down machine of claim 1 , said center control module having an air compressor therein claim 1 , and at least one pressure line connecting said compressor to at least one of said first and second cutting modules.5. The modular cut down machine of claim 1 , said center control module having a programmable logic controller therein operatively connected ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SHADE SELECTION USING A FABRIC BRIGHTNESS FACTOR

Brightness factors associated with shade fabric may be utilized when shading a building. A brightness factor may incorporate an openness factor, a visible light reflectance, a diffusion factor, a color, or other characteristics of the shade fabric. The brightness factor may be utilized when selecting a particular shade fabric for a room, building or other location. Additionally, the brightness factor may be utilized by an automated shade control system. The shade fabric selection may affect the building envelope by facilitating the optimization of daylighting, reduction of artificial electric lighting needs, minimization of glare conditions, and reduction of thermal load. 1. A method , comprising:determining a shade fabric for use in constructing a window covering, wherein the shade fabric is determined based on a brightness factor of the shade fabric, and wherein the brightness factor is based upon an openness factor, a visible light reflectance, and a diffusion factor of the shade fabric; andplacing the window covering between a window and a light source, wherein the window covering is moveable to modify the brightness in a room associated with the window.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the shade fabric based on a brightness factor of the shade fabric comprises:determining an upper bound for the brightness factor of the shade fabric;determining a lower bound for the brightness factor of a shade fabric; andselecting, from a fabric selection guide which provides a listing of brightness factor information for various fabrics, the shade fabric having a brightness factor between the upper bound and the lower bound.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising integrating information about the brightness factor of the shade fabric with an automated shade control system such that the automated shade control system moves the window covering based at least in part on the brightness factor of the shade fabric.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising ...

DOOR OPENING/CLOSING STRUCTURE

Provided is a door opening/closing structure in which the attachment/detachment of the door is easy in the rotatably opening/closing door. In the door opening/closing structure, an axial member attached to a door and an axial member attached to an object to which the door is attached are arranged to oppose each other in at least one position of the rotatably fixed door, wherein one of the two axial members comprises a magnet and the other comprises a magnetic body or a magnet which attracts each other with the magnet. 1. A door opening/closing structure configured such that an axial member attached to a door and an axial member attached to an object to which the door is attached are arranged to oppose each other in at least one position of the rotatably fixed door , wherein one of the two axial members comprises a magnet and the other comprises a magnetic body or a magnet which attracts each other with the magnet.2. A door opening/closing structure configured such that an axial member attached to a door and an axial member attached to an object to which the door is attached are arranged to oppose each other in at least one end of the door rotatably fixed in the both ends , wherein one of the two axial members comprises a magnet and the other comprises a magnetic body or a magnet which attracts each other with the magnet.3. The door opening/closing structure according to claim 1 , wherein the door is rotatably fixed to the object to which the door is attached by magnetic attraction and configured to be detachable from the object to which the door is attached against the magnetic attraction from the state where the door and the object to which the door is attached are fixed.4. The door opening/closing structure according to claim 3 , wherein the axial member attached to the door is fixed to the door claim 3 , the axial member attached to the object to which the door is attached is fixed to the object to which the door is attached and the two axial members are arranged ...

MAGNETIC CURTAIN

The present invention describes a window covering which is useful for securing to objects having windows without using permanent attachment devices. The window covering preferably contains a plurality of magnets arranged along the upper end and along the lower end. The magnets are arranged so that they are coupleable or securable to a metal part of a window itself or a metal surface which houses the window as well as one or more additional magnets positioned within the window covering. 1. A magnetic curtain for attachment to a metal frame having a window therein comprising:a material having a predetermined shape to form a magnetic curtain, said magnetic curtain having a top end, a bottom end, a first side, and a second side;at least one channel formed within said material, said channel extending longitudinally from said first end to said second end, said channel sized and shaped to receive a magnet holding member;at least one magnet holding member, andat least one magnet, said at least one magnet coupled to said first magnet holding member.2. The magnetic curtain for attachment to a metal frame having a window therein according to further including at least one second magnet holding member attached along a portion of said bottom end.3. The magnetic curtain for attachment to a metal frame having a window therein according to wherein said at least one second magnet holding member is a pouch.4. The magnetic curtain for attachment to a metal frame having a window therein according to wherein said first magnet holding member is made of a rigid or semi-rigid material.5. The magnetic curtain for attachment to a metal frame having a window therein according to wherein said magnet holding member contains a plurality of equally spaced magnets.6. The magnetic curtain for attachment to a metal frame having a window therein according to wherein said fabric contains an image.7. A magnetic curtain for covering a window contained within a structure having a metal frame comprising:a ...

A SHELTERING DEVICE

A sheltering device configured for being installed over a designated object such a a vehicle's roof. The sheltering device includes: a single flexible cover having a shape of varying width; foldable supporting arms, attachable to the cover; and a retractable mechanism configured for folding and unfolding the foldable supporting arms for folding and unfolding the cover. The foldable supporting arms are configured to simultaneously move along predefined non-parallel trajectories when unfolding, to allow the flexible cover, attached thereto, to unfold in a forward and sideways movement throughout the unfolding movement, while creating two (or more) stable supporting points suspended in air at its distal edges and/or along the bars, which provide tension to the cover attached in all required direction, thus eliminating the necessity of using a ridged connection between these distal edges. 1. A sheltering device configured for being installed over a designated object for providing shelter in the vicinity of said object , a single flexible cover having a shape of varying width;', 'at least two foldable supporting arms, wherein said cover is attachable to said foldable supporting arms; and', 'a retractable mechanism configured for folding and unfolding said foldable supporting arms for folding and unfolding said cover;, 'said sheltering device comprisingwherein said foldable supporting arms are configured to simultaneously move along predefined non-parallel trajectories when unfolding, to allow said flexible cover, attached thereto, to unfold in a forward and sideways movement throughout the unfolding movement, thereof for holding said flexible cover stretched throughout the unfolding thereof.2. The sheltering device of claim 1 , wherein the foldable supporting arms are constructed of at least two sets of interconnected bars.3. The sheltering device of claim 2 , wherein the bars' sets at the open position construct a zigzag shape intersecting each other claim 2 , wherein ...

PLASTIC DOUBLE-CELL COVERING FOR ARCHITECTURAL OPENINGS

A cellular covering for an architectural opening includes a plurality of elongated, longitudinally connected and transversely collapsible cellular units composed of inner and outer cells where the outer cell is a woven, knit, or non-woven product and the inner cell is an air-impermeable film which may be treated to be a low-modulus film with acceptable surface tension so that the panel formed from the cellular units has improved insulative properties and has a relatively long life. 1. A cellular covering for an architectural opening comprising:a plurality of elongated outer tubular transversely collapsible cells interconnected along adjacent longitudinal sides to form an expandable and collapsible panel movable between extended and retracted positions, each said outer cell including an inner substantially concentric tubular cell secured to said outer cell along at least two peripherally spaced longitudinal lines of attachment, said inner cell being made of an air impermeable material to improve the insulating capability of said panel.2. The covering of claim 1 , wherein said outer cell is air permeable and said inner cell is made of an orientated polypropylene film.3. The covering of claim 1 , wherein said outer cell is air permeable claim 1 , and said inner cell is made of a base layer with a film of orientated polypropylene film overlying at least a portion of said base layer.4. The covering of any of or wherein said inner cell further includes a polyvinylidene chloride coating overlying at least a portion of said orientated polypropylene film.5. The covering of any of or claim 1 , wherein a polyvinylidene chloride coating is positioned on an entire outer surface of said orientated polypropylene film.6. The covering of claim 2 , wherein said orientated polypropylene film has a thickness of approximately 1.5 mil.7. The covering of claim 4 , wherein said polyvinylidene chloride has a melting/softening point above 225° F.8. The covering of claim 4 , wherein said ...

CURTAIN SYSTEM

A curtain assembly includes a curtain, or panel of flexible material, such as fabric, forming a generally smooth surface extending between a first anchor assembly and a second anchor assembly. Slits through the fabric are sized and arranged to be stretched opened to form respective openings in response to relatively small amounts of stretching of the panel between the two anchor assemblies with a tension force. The openings may be re-closed by allowing the panel to return to a relaxed state. The opening and closing action can be repeated according to new methods to controllably vary the amount of light that the curtain assembly allows through the panel. The curtain assembly may be used as part of various larger assemblies and in various environments. 1. A curtain assembly comprising:a panel of flexible fabric;a first anchor assembly supporting a first end of the panel;a second anchor assembly supporting a second end of the panel, the first and second ends being opposite each other along a first axis;the panel comprising a plurality of spaced apart slits through the panel, each slit having a component transverse to the first axis, the slits arranged in an array, the array comprising a first plurality of the slits forming a first row, a second plurality of the slits forming a second row, each of the first and second rows extending a transverse direction to the first axis, and each of the first slits of the first row being laterally offset from and overlapping with the corresponding ones of the second slits of the second row in the transverse direction; andan actuator associated with the first anchor assembly, the actuator arranged to move the first anchor relative to the second anchor in a manner sufficient to stretch and relax the panel along the first axis.2. The curtain assembly of claim 1 , wherein each slit has a width along a second axis orthogonal to the first axis claim 1 , wherein the overlap is equal to approximately one quarter the width.3. The curtain ...

Collapsible Sunshade

A collapsible sunshade according to the present invention has a panel comprising a foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, the frame member defining a periphery for the panel with an interior space inside of the peiphery, a meshed material covering the interior space defined by the frame member to form the panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation, and a shade fabric having at least a portion thereof removably attached to the panel so that the shade fabric can assume a first position in which the shade fabric completely overlies, in a planar manner, the meshed material, and a second position where the portion of the shade fabric that is removably attached to the panel is disengaged from the panel to expose a portion of the meshed material. 1. A collapsible sunshade , comprising:a panel comprising a foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, the frame member defining a periphery for the panel with an interior space inside of the peiphery, a meshed material covering the interior space defined by the frame member to form the panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation; anda shade fabric having at least a portion thereof removably attached to the panel so that the shade fabric can assume a first position in which the shade fabric completely overlies, in a planar manner, the meshed material, and a second position where the portion of the shade fabric that is removably attached to the panel is disengaged from the panel to expose a portion of the meshed material.2. The sunshade of claim 1 , further including a frame retaining sleeve for retaining the frame member.3. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein the frame member is twisted and folded to its folded orientation to reduce the overall size of the frame member.4. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein the frame member is continuous and enclosed.5. The sunshade of claim 1 , wherein the shade fabric has one edge that is permanently attached to the ...

PULL CORD ON HEADRAIL FOR OPERATING A MOTORIZED BLIND

A motorized blind having a pull cord. The pull cord is mechanically connected to an electrical switch in a headrail of the blind, the switch being electrically connected to an electric motor within the headrail. The pull cord also extends outwardly of an end of the headrail and then outwardly and downwardly of the blind through a hole in the front of an end cap on the head rail. 1. A motorized blind having a pull cord; said pull cord being mechanically connected to an electrical switch in a headrail of said blind; said switch being electrically connected to an electric motor within said headrail; said pull cord also extending outwardly of an end of said headrail and then outwardly of the front of said blind.2. The blind of wherein said pull cord extends outwardly of said end of said headrail through a first hole in said end.3. The blind of wherein said pull cord extends downwardly of the front of said blind and a bottom portion of said pull cord is attached to a cord weight.4. The blind of wherein said pull cord extends outwardly of the front of said blind through a second hole in the front of a removable end cap on said end of said headrail.5. The blind of wherein said pull cord extends downwardly from said second hole and a bottom portion of said pull cord is attached to a cord weight beneath said end cap.6. The blind of wherein a top portion of said pull cord is attached to the interior of said end of said headrail and extends claim 4 , from there claim 4 , to a free end of a movable lever that is mechanically connected to said electrical switch within said headrail and extends claim 4 , from there claim 4 , though said first hole in said end of said headrail;said pull cord being slidingly and mechanically connected to said free end of said lever.7. The blind of wherein said pull cord is slidingly and mechanically connected to a third hole in said free end of said lever.8. The blind of wherein said pull cord extends frontally from said first hole in said end of ...

WINDOW SHADE AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF

A window shade that reduces the risk of an individual becoming entangled in cords used to operate the shade includes a headrail adapted for horizontal mounting above a window, a shading material attached to the headrail, and at least one cord for raising and lowering the shading material. The cord is attached to a location adjacent a lower end of the material, and extends upward through split ring cord guides toward the headrail. The cord is encased within a collapsible shroud attached to each cord guide. The shroud is adapted to longitudinally extend as the shading material is lowered toward a deployed position, and then longitudinally collapse as the shading material is raised toward a stowed position. 1. A window shade , comprising:a headrail adapted for mounting adjacent a window;a shading material having a first end attached to the headrail, a second end opposite the first end, and a first face between the first and second ends;a cord disposed adjacent the face for moving the shading material between a stowed position in which the shading material is collected adjacent the headrail and a deployed position in which at least a portion of the shading material extends away from the headrail;a shroud defining an internal passage through which the cord extends, wherein the shroud is adapted to extend longitudinally as the shade portion is moved toward the deployed position and the shroud is adapted to collapse longitudinally as the shade portion is moved toward the stowed position; andfirst, second, and third spaced cord guides, wherein the first cord guide is disposed at a first location, the second cord guide is disposed at a second location farther away from the headrail than the first location, and the third cord guide is disposed at a third location farther away from the headrail than the first and second locations, wherein the cord is secured to the shading material at a fourth location farther away from the headrail than the third location, wherein each cord ...

WINDOW SHADE

The window shade includes a header defined by a substantially elongated U-shaped channel. The top of the header includes attachment areas for attaching the header to a window frame. A folded blind has one end attached to the web of the header channel, and when folded, the blind is housed inside the channel. The other end of the pleated blind is attached to a footer. A magnetic latching assembly is disposed between the header and the footer to keep the blind in a folded condition. Alternatively, a retaining mechanism holds the footer when the blind is folded. Pulling a pull cord or handle disposed on the footer releases the magnetic latching mechanism or the retaining mechanism to thereby rapidly unfold the blind. 1. A window shade , consisting of:a header adapted to be mounted to a window frame or niche, the header including an elongated U-shaped channel formed by a web and two substantially parallel opposing flanges extending from opposite sides of the web, the channel defining a housing area for stowing the shade when retracted;a footer disposed below the header, the footer having a handling means for pulling the footer;a window shade, the shade defining a foldable blind attached at its upper end to the header and at its lower end to the footer, thereby extending between the header and the footer, the blind having a retracted position when the blind is folded within the channel and an extended position substantially covering the widow frame; anda retaining means for selectively holding the blind folded in the channel defined by the header and selectively holding the footer attached to the header when the blind is in the retracted position;wherein pulling the handling means releases the retaining mechanism to rapidly extend the blind.2. The window shade according to claim 1 , wherein said retaining means comprises at least one retaining clip disposed at select locations along said header claim 1 , the retaining clip being an elongate strip having a resiliently ...

DRAPERY SYSTEM AND APPARATUS

A drapery bracket and system including drapery panels are disclosed that permit a user to quickly, easily, and releasably configure drapery panels in any number of configurations in order to create a stylish drapery configuration. The drapery bracket and associated drapery panels have complementary attachment portions that mate together. The drapery bracket may accommodate the attachment of multiple drapery panels thereto. 1. A window drapery system , the system comprising:at least one drapery panel, the at least one drapery panel comprising at least one attachment portion; and 'wherein each of at least a portion of the top surface, at least a portion of the bottom surface, at least a portion of the front surface, at least a portion of the first side surface, and at least a portion of the second side surface comprises a separate attachment portion to which the at least one attachment portion of the at least one drapery panel may be releasably attached.', 'at least one bracket having a drapery-mounting portion and a surface-mounting portion, the at least one bracket having a top surface, a bottom surface, a front surface, a rear surface, a first side surface, and a second side surface, the top surface opposing the bottom surface, the front surface opposing the rear surface, and the first side surface opposing the second side surface, the drapery-mounting portion being integral with the surface-mounting portion;'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the rear surface does not have an attachment portion.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one bracket comprises a first bracket and a second bracket claim 1 , the first and second brackets being identical.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one attachment portion of the at least one drapery panel comprises a first attachment portion and a second attachment portion claim 2 , the first attachment portion being releasably attachable to one or more of the attachment portions of the first bracket claim 2 , ...

Cellular Material for Window Coverings and Method of Making Same

In a cellular material a first panel having a series of lengthwise accordion folds across the width of the panel, alternate folds projecting toward the front of the panel and the back of the panel is attached to a second panel of material in a manner to create a series of P-shaped cells having a back, an upper cell wall and a lower cell wall in which the upper cell wall and the lower cell wall are curved in a same direction. 1. A cellular material comprising:a first panel of material having a length, a width, a front and a back, the panel having a series of lengthwise accordion folds across the width of the panel, alternate folds projecting toward the front of the panel and toward the back of the panel; anda second panel of material to which the first panel of material is in a manner to create a series of P-shaped cells having a back, an upper cell wall and a lower cell wall in which the upper cell wall and the lower cell wall are curved in a same direction and when viewed from outside the cell, the upper cell wall is convex and the lower cell wall is concave.2. The cellular material of also comprising tabs extending rearwardly from the first panel.3. The cellular material of also comprising a tab at each rearwardly extending fold on the first panel such that those folds which project toward the back of the first panel and the tabs are the regions where the first panel is attached to the second panel.4. The cellular material of wherein at least one of the first panel and the second panel is comprised of strips of material arranged side by side claim 1 , adjacent strips being attached together and each strip having a longitudinal fold.5. The cellular material of wherein at least one of the first panel and the second panel is a single sheet of material.6. The cellular material of wherein the first panel and the second panel are attached together by an adhesive claim 1 , by ultrasonic welding or by heat sealing.7. The cellular material of wherein regions where the ...

DRAPE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

A drape is made from a series of strips of material arranged side by side and attached together in a manner so that each pair of adjacent lengthwise sides of each strip when joined together form a tab. Each strip has a sharp lengthwise pleat substantially parallel to and between the sides of the strip such that the drape has a series of sharp folds projecting outward on the front of the drape and a series of tabs projecting outward from the back of the drape. 1. A drape comprising a panel of material having a length , a width , a top edge , a front and a back , the panel comprised of having a series of strips of material each strip have a pair of lengthwise , substantially parallel sides , the strips arranged side by side , adjacent strips being attached together in a manner so that adjacent lengthwise sides form a tab , each strip having a sharp lengthwise pleat substantially parallel to and between the substantially parallel sides of the strip such that the panel has a series of sharp pleats projecting outward on the front of the panel and a series of tabs projecting outward from the back of the panel.2. The drape of wherein the tabs have a width of between 3/32 and ⅝ inch.3. The drape of also comprised of a plurality of headers attached to the top edge of the panel.4. The drape of wherein each header is comprised of:a center rib;two sides, each side having a front edge and a rear edge, the sides being connected together and to the center rib along their front edges; anda spacer comprised of two segments, each segment extending from the center rib to the rear edge of one of the sides, each segment having a fold such that the header can be collapsed from an open position to a closed position.5. The drape of also comprised of a plurality of headers attached to the top edge of the panel claim 1 , one header attached to each strip of material in the panel claim 1 , each header comprised of:two font sides, each front side having a front edge and a rear edge, the front ...

WINDOW BLIND ASSEMBLIES

Disclosed herein are cellular blind constructions including a plurality of tubular cellular elements and a thermoplastic hot melt adhesive composition disposed between tubular cellular elements. The thermoplastic hot melt adhesive composition includes a metallocene-polymerized propylene copolymer and a functionalized polyolefin including groups derived from maleic anhydride or acrylic acid and is characterized by the absence of tackifiers, plasticizers, and waxes. The thermoplastic hot melt adhesive composition is thermally stable and UV resistant under the environmental conditions encountered by the cellular blind constructions. 1. A cellular blind construction comprisinga. a plurality of cellular elements, each element having an outer surface and a length, the outer surface including a first element contact area and a second element contact area, the element contact areas spanning length of the cellular elements; and [{'sub': 4', '20, 'sup': 3', '3, 'i. a copolymer of propylene and at least one comonomer selected from the group consisting of ethylene and Cto Cα-olefins, wherein the copolymer has a propylene content of greater than 65 mole %, a Brookfield viscosity at 190° C. of about 200 cP to 25,000 cP, and a density of about 0.860 g/cmto 0.868 g/cm; and'}, 'ii. about 0.1 wt % to 10 wt % of a functionalized polyolefin comprising groups derived from maleic anhydride or acrylic acid., 'b. an effective amount of a hot melt adhesive composition disposed between the cellular elements to adhere the elements to each other at their respective first and second element contact areas, the hot melt adhesive composition comprising3. The cellular blind construction of wherein the cellular elements comprise a knit fabric claim 1 , a woven fabric claim 1 , a nonwoven fabric claim 1 , a foam claim 1 , a foil claim 1 , a sheet claim 1 , or a combination of one or more thereof.4. The cellular blind construction of wherein the substrate comprises a knit fabric claim 2 , a woven ...

Heavy duty high performance sliding screen for sliding glass, french and garage doors

A sliding screen frame is designed with sufficient strength to not bind, bend or sag, allowing the sliding screen frame to open and close easily every time. Stainless steel wire screening can protect against vandalism, weather conditions, pets, children and everyday use, while being impact resistant, increasing security, and protection against theft. Rollers on the top and bottom of the sliding screen frame can adjust and lock into place so that the screen insert frame cannot be easily removed by intruders. The rollers also allow the sliding screen frame to roll easily along the sill tracks.

AUTOMATED SHADE CONTROL SYSTEM

Automated shade systems comprise motorized window coverings, sensors, and controllers that use algorithms to control operation of the automated shade control system. These algorithms may include information such as: 3-D models of a building and surrounding structures, shadow information, reflectance information, lighting and radiation information, ASHRAE clear sky algorithms, log information related to manual overrides, occupant preference information, motion information, real-time sky conditions, solar radiation on a building, a total foot-candle load on a structure, brightness overrides, actual and/or calculated BTU load, time-of-year information, and microclimate analysis. 1. A method , comprising:accessing, by an automated shade control system, shadow information indicating the presence of calculated shadow on a window, wherein a window covering is associated with the window;comparing, by the automated shade control system, a radiometer value to a clear sky model value to obtain a comparison value; andactivating, by the automated shade control system and responsive to the comparison value and the presence of the calculated shadow on the window, a motor associated with the window covering to move the window covering to a shadow position.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining the duration of the calculated shadow on the window claim 1 , wherein the activating the motor is responsive to the duration exceeding a default shadow duration.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the clear sky model value is an ASH AE clear sky model value.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the activating the motor is performed responsive to the radiometer value exceeding 60% of the clear sky model value.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising accessing claim 1 , at the automated shade control system claim 1 , reflectance information indicating a presence of calculated reflected light on the window; andactivating, by the automated shade control system and responsive ...

PARTITIONING DEVICE

A partitioning device includes at least two mounting units, a transparent and air impermeable main curtain, and a positioning unit. Each mounting unit includes a hanger and a connection member connected to the hanger. The connection member includes a connection body and at least one magnet mounted on one end of the connection body. The main curtain has a first face facing the mounting units and a second face opposite to the first face. The positioning unit is detachably disposed on the second face of the main curtain and includes at least one positioning member that contains metal attractable by the magnet and that cooperates with the magnet to clamp the main curtain. 1. A partitioning device , comprising:at least two mounting units, each of said mounting units including a hanger and a connection member connected to said hanger, said connection member including a connection body and at least one magnet mounted on one end of said connection body;a transparent and air impermeable main curtain detachably disposed behind said mounting units, said main curtain having a first face facing said mounting units and a second face opposite to said first face; anda positioning unit detachably disposed on said second face, said positioning unit including at least one positioning member that contains metal attractable by said magnet and that cooperates with said magnet to clamp therebetween said main curtain.2. The partitioning device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising two spaced-apart elastic strings connected to a bottom of said main curtain at one end claim 1 , and two hooks respectively connected to another ends of said strings.3. The partitioning device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising at least one hook-and-loop fastener disposed on top of said main curtain.4. The partitioning device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said main curtain includes a curtain sheet that has said first and second faces and an outer flexible frame that surrounds and is connected to ...

WASTE-FREE METHOD OF MAKING WINDOW TREATMENTS

An apparatus and method are disclosed for forming cellular or non-cellular window shades directly from raw stock to the final desired window shade color, height and width to fit a particular window size, with essentially no wasted material. The shade is fabricated from a bonded array of a predetermined number of stacked, identically shaped and sized, elements or preforms of uniform length corresponding to one of the height or width dimensions of the desired window covering. The number of preforms is selected so that the length of the fully expanded array will correspond with the other of the height or width dimensions of the window covering. The raw stock is in the form of a continuously fed narrow strip of uncolored fabric to which the necessary coloring, folding, cutting-to-length, stacking and bonding steps are applied within the disclosed apparatus. 124-. (canceled)25. A method of making a plurality of foldable , collapsible window shades , each shade formed of a plurality of elongated prefothis cut from a continuously moving narrow strip of elongated flexible material and subsequently stacked and bonded together to form a respective continuous array , comprising:depositing colorant onto a first portion of said moving continuous strip of flexible material;thereafter cutting said first portion of moving colorant-coated strip into at least one set of preforms, each preform having a first combination of color, pattern and length, and each set of such preforms, when stacked and bonded together, forming a continuous array having the color, pattern, height and width substantially corresponding to a first customer-specified shade;thereafter, without interruption of the continuous movement of said continuous strip, repeating said depositing and cutting steps on a second portion of said moving strip to produce a second set of preforms, each preform of said second set having a second combination of color, pattern and length different from said first combination, and such ...

APPARATUS FOR DISPLAYING A PLANT

An apparatus for displaying a plant is described. The apparatus includes a first substantially horizontal member that engages a first surface of a structure at a first vertical position. A second substantially horizontal member engages a second surface of the structure at a second vertical position that is lower than the first vertical position. The first surface is opposite to the second surface. A frame is coupled to the second substantially horizontal member and is shaped to support a pot containing the plant. The weight of the supported plant urges the first substantially horizontal member against the first surface of the structure and urges the second substantially horizontal member against the second surface of the structure, thereby securing the apparatus to the structure. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. An apparatus for displaying a plant , comprising:a bracket having a front curved portion for engagement with a first surface of a columnar-shaped structure at a first vertical position and a rear curved portion for engagement with a second surface of the columnar-shaped structure at a second vertical position that is lower than the first vertical position; anda frame coupled to the bracket, the frame being shaped to support a pot containing the plant such that the weight of the supported plant urges the front curved portion of the bracket against the first surface of the columnar-shaped structure and urges the rear curved portion of the bracket against the second surface of the columnar-shaped structure, thereby securing the apparatus to the columnar-shaped structure, a diameter of the frame being adjustable to fully surround any one of a plurality of pots having different diameters.12. The apparatus of claim 11 , wherein the bracket comprises a first piece of material and the frame comprises a second piece of material.13. The apparatus of claim 12 , wherein ...

SPINDLE COVER

A cord winder spindle cover housing, wherein the housing is mountable onto a spindle, and said housing has (i) a drive portion for receiving a cord that controls the extension and retraction of a blind and (ii) at least one opening through which the cord passes, the opening defined by at least one converging surface in the direction of the cord entering the housing towards the drive portion. 1. A cord winder spindle cover housing , wherein the housing is mountable onto a spindle , and said housing comprising:(i) a drive portion for receiving a cord that controls the extension and retraction of a blind and (ii) at least one opening through which the cord passes, the opening defined by at least one converging surface in the direction of the cord entering the housing towards the drive portion.2. A cord winder spindle cover according to wherein the opening is further defined by a converging surface in the direction of the cord exiting the housing from the drive portion.3. A winder comprising:(i) a support member having a spindle; and(ii) a housing mounted onto said spindle, said housing having (i) a drive portion for receiving a cord that controls the extension and retraction of a blind and (ii) at least one opening through which the cord passes, the opening defined by at least one converging surface in the direction of the cord entering the housing towards the drive portion.4. A winder according to wherein the opening is further defined by a converging surface in the direction of the cord exiting the housing from the drive portion.5. A winder according to wherein the cord includes at least one stop having an impacting dimension less than the opening but more than the dimension defined by the converging surface downstream of the opening to stop the retraction of extension of the blind.6. A winder according to either wherein the cord includes at least one stop having an impacting dimension less than the opening but more than the dimension defined by the converging ...

AMBIENT LIGHT CONTROL

The invention relates to a control device () for use in an ambient light control system () for controlling ambient light entering a space () through an opening (). An ambient light prediction unit () provides ambient light prediction values, which are predictions of an ambient light property at the opening (). An ambient light adjusting unit () provides, at different ambient light adjusting time points, an ambient light adjusting signal depending on the ambient light prediction values for an upcoming ambient light prediction time period. The ambient light adjusting signal is adapted for use by an ambient light modifying element () for modifying the entering of ambient light into the space () through the opening (). By taking the predicted ambient light conditions at the opening () into account, necessary adjustments can be made at temporally spaced ambient light adjusting time points, resulting in fewer disturbances of the users. 1. A control device for use in an ambient light control system for controlling ambient light entering a space through an opening , the control device comprising:an ambient light prediction unit for providing ambient light prediction values, wherein an ambient light prediction value is a prediction of an ambient light property at the opening,an ambient light adjusting unit for providing, at different ambient light adjusting time points, an ambient light adjusting signal depending on the ambient light prediction values for an upcoming ambient light prediction time period, wherein the ambient light adjusting unit is adapted to provide the ambient light adjusting signal at several ambient light adjusting time points, wherein the ambient light adjusting signal is adapted for use by an ambient light modifying element for modifying the entering of ambient light into the space through the opening wherein the ambient light adjusting signal at a current ambient light adjusting tine point is provided depending on the ambient light prediction values ...

SYSTEM FOR CONFINING LIFT CORDS IN COVERINGS FOR ARCHITECTURAL OPENINGS

A system for incorporation into a retractable covering that includes a flexible lift cord extending from a headrail to a bottom rail. The system includes a flexible protector of a length similar to that of an associated lift cord with the lift cord being operatively connected to the protector. The protector is in turn connected to a fabric extending between the headrail and the bottom rail at predetermined spaced locations so that any loop of protector formable is limited by the spacing between the locations at which the protector is connected to the fabric. The maximum size of a loop so formed in the protector and thus the lift cord associated therewith is insufficient to encapsulate a body part of a child or infant. 1. A covering for an architectural opening , comprising:a head rail;a bottom rail;a flexible shade material extending between the head rail and the bottom rail;a lift cord extending between the head rail and the bottom rail in adjacent relationship to the shade material; anda protector extending along a length of the shade material and secured to the shade material at vertically-spaced locations to establish a fixed length of the protector from one location to the next adjacent location, the protector operatively associated with the lift cord so that the fixed length of the protector from one location to the next adjacent location limits the size of a loop that can be formed in the lift cord.2. The covering of claim 1 , wherein the protector comprises an elongated claim 1 , flexible base cord including a plurality of loops spaced along the length of the base cord.3. The covering of claim 2 , wherein the protector further comprises a plurality of clips spaced along the length of the base cord.4. The covering of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of clips are fixed to the base cord.5. The covering of or claim 3 , wherein each clip has a sleeve that receives the base cord.6. The covering of claim 5 , wherein each clip further has a C-shaped clasp extending ...

MULTI-LAYER DISPOSABLE SHOWER CURTAIN LINER

The multi-layer disposable shower curtain liner provides a plurality of individual disposable shower curtain liners secured together in a way that permits easy removal and replacement of a used shower curtain liner. The multi-layer disposable shower curtain liner includes a plurality of water impermeable shower curtain liners that are joined together to form a common curtain-hanging strip along the upper edges thereof. The common curtain-hanging strip has a plurality of apertures formed therein for removably receiving a plurality of shower curtain rings. Each of the liners has a row of perforations extending across the width of the liner adjacent the upper end thereof and beneath the plurality of apertures so that the outermost liner may be removed by tearing along the row of perforations and replaced by the next liner. 1. A multi-layer disposable shower curtain liner , comprising a plurality of water impermeable shower curtain liners joined together along their upper ends to form a common curtain-hanging strip , the common curtain-hanging strip having a plurality of apertures formed therein adapted for removably receiving a plurality of shower curtain rings , each of the liners having a row of perforations formed therein extending completely across the liner beneath the plurality of apertures , the row of perforations extending substantially parallel to an upper edge of the respective water impermeable shower curtain liner so that an outermost liner may be removed by tearing the liner along the row of perforations and replaced by the next liner;whereby, the liners are adapted for suspension from a shower curtain rod by engagement of the plurality of shower curtain rings mounted on the shower curtain rod with the plurality of apertures in the common curtain-hanging strip, such that a top-most one of the plurality of water impermeable shower curtain liners may be disposed with a lower end thereof disposed within a tub while the remaining liners are disposed outside ...

CELLULAR SHADE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING SAME

An expandable and contractable shade assembly includes a plurality of closed cell structures aligned vertically one above another with juncture lines defined between adjacent structures. Each closed cell structure includes a front face and a separate back face. The front face and the back face are offset from one another in relation to a vertical axis. In one embodiment, for instance, the front face of a higher cell is connected to both the front face and back face of a lower cell, while the back face of the higher cell is only connected to the back face of the lower cell. In an alternative embodiment, the front face of a higher cell is only connected to the front face of a lower cell, while the back face of the higher cell is connected to both the front face and the back face of the lower cell. The above configuration can increase strength and dimensional stability of the interconnected cells. 1. A cellular shade comprising:a plurality of sequential and interconnected closed cell structures extending in a longitudinal direction, the cell structures having a collapsed position when the shade is retracted and having an open position when the shade is extended, at least some of the cell structures including a front face and a separate back face, the front face including a first segment separated from a second segment by a first fold line, the back face including a corresponding first segment separated from a corresponding second segment by a second fold line, and wherein the first segment of the front face has a length less than the length of the second segment of the front face and wherein the first segment of the back face has a length greater than the length of the second segment of the back face; anda lift system configured for vertically drawing said cell structures from an expanded configuration into a contracted configuration.2. A cellular shade as defined in claim 1 , wherein the first segment of the front face is above the second segment of the front face in ...

Parallel Bar Cording for Movable Rails

A covering for an architectural opening has a horizontal movable rail supported by cords, with a variety of configurations, some of which prevent the horizontal movable rail from skewing, most of which conceal the cords. 1. A covering for an architectural opening , comprising:a first horizontal movable rail defining left and right ends and a midpoint midway between the left and right ends;an extendable covering material connected to said first horizontal movable rail, wherein movement of said first horizontal movable rail upwardly and downwardly extends and retracts the extendable covering material;a first taut cable having an upper first cable end fixed at a first fixed point located above said first horizontal movable rail and offset to the left of an imaginary vertical line extending through the midpoint of said first horizontal movable rail and having a lower first cable end fixed at a second fixed point located below said first horizontal movable rail, said first cable extending from said first fixed point, beneath a first guide bearing on the left of said first horizontal movable rail, over a second guide bearing on the right of said first horizontal movable rail, and downwardly to said second fixed point;a second taut cable having an upper second cable end fixed at a third fixed point located above said first horizontal movable rail and offset to the right of the imaginary vertical line and having a lower second cable end fixed at a fourth fixed point located below said first horizontal movable rail, said second taut cable extending from the third fixed point, beneath a third guide bearing on the right of said first horizontal movable rail, over a fourth guide bearing on the left of said first horizontal movable rail, and downwardly to said fourth fixed point; anda first brake mounted on said first horizontal movable rail, wherein said first brake acts to stop one of said first and second taut cables from moving along the respective guide bearings on said ...

COLLAPSIBLE VANE STRUCTURE AND RELATED METHOD FOR A SHADE FOR AN ARCHITECTURAL OPENING

A base structure and associated method for converting the base structure into an operable vane on a shade for an architectural opening. The base structure includes a back sheet and a front sheet attached together in engagement regions spaced along the length of the back sheet and front sheet. The front sheet is separated into front strip sections having a free end. Operating elements are positioned along the back sheet and situated so as to move relative thereto. The operating elements are attached adjacent to a free end of the front strip. Movement of the operating elements actuates the free end of the front strip to move from a closed position to an open position as desired by the user. 1. A method of making a shade for an architectural opening having at least one operable vane , the operable vane moving from an open position to an extended position while the shade is at least partially extended , the method comprising:providing a base structure having a back sheet and a front sheet, the back sheet and front sheet connected by one or more engagement regions extending periodically along a length of extension of the back and front sheets, and unconnected between the one or more engagement regions;cutting the front sheet adjacent at least one of the one or more engagement regions to form a strip comprising a first edge joined to the back sheet and a second free edge;positioning at least one operating element between the back sheet and the strip so that the at least one operating element is movable relative to the back sheet; andattaching the at least one operating element to the strip to form the at least one operable vane;wherein the at least one operable vane is configured to move relative to the back sheet upon actuation of the operating element.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the positioning step further comprises:inserting the at least one operating element through the back sheet from a front side of the base structure.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the ...

One-Way Perforated vinyl (polyvinyl chloride) completed window screen with limited daylight privacy and with or without designed images (within and wrapped around the window screen frame)

Improvements in a complete window screen with frame disclosed. The improvements disclosed are the use of One-Way Perforated Vinyl (polyvinyl chloride) window privacy film material as the inner perforated function within a window screen frame that is then attached to the window screen by inserting the material into an recessed groove indented in the window screen frame and is held to the window screen frame by the use of window screen spline. This window screen material is then wrapped around the window screen frame attached by adhesives to apply the functional capabilities and ornamental design throughout the completed product. This product can have a chosen designed image printed with the use of a wide format printer.

POWER GENERATING WINDOW SET AND POWER GENERATING MODULE THEREOF

The present invention relates to a power generating window set and a power generating module thereof. The power generating module includes a light-guiding substrate and at least one photoelectric conversion element. The light-guiding substrate has a plurality of microstructures. The photoelectric conversion element is disposed adjacent to the light-guiding substrate. When a light beam illuminates the light-guiding substrate, the microstructures guide a part of the light beam to the photoelectric conversion element, so as to convert the energy of part of the light beam into electrical energy. 1. A power generating module comprising:a light-guiding substrate, having a first surface, a second surface and a plurality of microstructures, wherein the first surface is adjacent to or opposite to the second surface; andat least one photoelectric conversion element, disposed adjacent to the light-guiding substrate, when a light beam illuminates the light-guiding substrate, the microstructures guide a part of the light beam to the at least one photoelectric conversion element, so as to convert the energy of the part of the light beam into electrical energy.2. The power generating module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the microstructures are recessed in the light-guiding substrate from the first surface claim 1 , when the light beam arrives at the first surface claim 1 , the microstructures guide a part of the light beam to the at least one photoelectric conversion element claim 1 , so as to convert the energy of the part of the light beam into electrical energy.3. The power generating module as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the light beam passes through the second surface before arriving at the first surface.4. The power generating module as claimed in claim 2 , wherein each of the microstructures has an opening width on the first surface claim 2 , and the opening widths are not even.5. The power generating module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of the microstructures is ...

DOOR WITH RETRACTABLE SCREEN

A door system including a door frame with first and second sides spaced from each other across a width of the frame, top and bottom edges spaced from each other across a height of the frame, and a central opening, and a retractable screen member movable from the first toward the second side of the frame or from the top to the bottom edges of the frame, wherein the screen member includes a cassette and a flexible screen member that is retractable and extendable relative to the cassette. 1. A door system comprising:a door frame comprising first and second sides spaced from each other, top and bottom edges spaced from each other and generally perpendicular to the first and second sides, a central opening defined by the first and second sides and the top and bottom edges, and a track system comprising a track positioned adjacent to at least one of the top and bottom edges of the frame;a first panel comprising a first edge, the first panel moveably mounted to the track system of the door frame;a second panel extending from the first edge of the first panel;a first pocket at the first side of the door frame for containing a portion of the first panel; anda second pocket at the second side of the door frame for containing the second panel;wherein first panel is movable from the second side of the door frame toward the first side of the door frame to move a portion of the second panel from the second pocket.2. The door system of claim 1 , wherein the first panel comprises one of a transparent or a semi-transparent material.3. The door system of claim 2 , wherein the first panel comprises glass.4. The door system of claim 1 , wherein the second panel comprises a screen material.5. The door system of claim 1 , wherein the first panel is horizontally movable from the first side of the door frame toward the second side of the door frame to move the second panel toward the second pocket.6. The door system of claim 1 , further including a latch for locking the first panel ...

METHOD OF MAKING A WINDOW BLIND

A method of making a window blind includes following steps. Firstly, plural base fabrics are cut out, each base fabric is provided with a first end surface and a second end surface, and two opposite sides of the base fabric are formed respectively with a first bending section and a second bending section. Secondly, the first bending section and the second bending section of the base fabric are folded toward the first end surface of the base fabric, forming an opening above the first end surface between the first bending section and the second bending section. Thirdly, surfaces of the opening are coated with an adhesive and the base fabrics coated with the adhesive are stacked vertically that the adhesive on the lower base fabric is attached on the second end surface of the upper base fabric, allowing the base fabrics to be adhered and fixed by the adhesive. 1. A method of making a window blind , comprising following steps:cutting out plural base fabrics, with each base fabric being provided with a first end surface and a second end surface, and two opposite sides of the base fabric being formed respectively with a first bending section and a second bending section;folding, with the first bending section and the second bending section of the base fabric being folded toward the first end surface of the base fabric, forming an opening above the first end surface between the first bending section and the second bending section; andcoating with an adhesive, with surfaces of the first bending section and the second bending section in proximity to the opening being coated with an adhesive, and the base fabrics coated with the adhesive being stacked vertically that the adhesive on the lower base fabric is attached on the second end surface of the upper base fabric, thereby adhering and fixing the base fabrics by the adhesive.2. The method of making a window blind claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the width of the first bending section is smaller than the width of the ...

WINDOWS AND DOORS HAVING INTEGRATED SOLAR POWERED CHARGING DEVICES

An integral energy collector and charging system is provided in windows, associated screens and doors so as to facilitate harvesting of solar energy through solar energy collectors. Unique distribution channels for employing such energy to charge storage batteries which, in turn, provide energy to power outlets. The power outlets may be accessed in order to charge various types of devices. The system is employable with a wide variety of window and door constructions. In other embodiments, systems are provided which are independent products not portions of window or door systems or necessarily part of the building structure. Some embodiments contemplate systems not involving windows or doors, but which are securable to exterior walls and floors, such as post caps, deck boxes, wedges and foot pegs. 1. A window screen comprising ,a screen frame having a pair of generally vertical parallel screen frame members,a pair of generally horizontal frame members each secured to said generally vertically oriented frame members,screen material secured to said frame,a lower rail member secured to said first pair of vertically oriented frame members,an upper rail member oriented generally parallel to said lower rail secured to said pair of vertical frame members in spaced relationship with respect to said lower rail member,a solar collector secured to said first and second rail members,a battery electrically connected to said solar collector to provide energy from said solar collector to charge said battery, andsaid battery operatively associated with a power outlet.2. The screen of including claim 1 ,said solar collector facing the exterior of said screen and said power outlet being accessable at the interior of said screen.3. The screen of including claim 2 ,said lower rail member and said upper rail member each having an adjustable length.4. The screen of including claim 1 ,said rails each having two components which are telescopically adjustable so as to permit them to be ...

VERTICAL BLIND ASSEMBLY

A vertical blind assembly module includes a head rail unit with opposite sides and a unit axis extending between the sides, a housing and an axle pivotally connecting the housing to the head rail unit so that the housing can pivot about a pivot axis that is perpendicular to the unit axis. A slat is coiled in the housing so enabling the slat to be extended from the housing a selected distance and retracted into the housing. A foot rail unit is pivotally connected to the projecting end of the slat, the pivotal connection being collinear to the pivot axis. By turning the axle relative to the head rail unit about the pivot axis when the slat is extended, the slat can be turned between a closed position wherein the slat is parallel to the unit axis and an open position wherein the slat is perpendicular to the unit axis. 1. A vertical blind assembly comprising a module including:a head rail unit having opposite sides and a unit axis extending between said sides;a housing;an axle pivotally connecting said housing to the head rail unit so that the housing can pivot about a pivot axis that is perpendicular to the unit axis;a venetian accordion type blind having a first end coupled to the head rail unit and a second end being coupled to a foot rail unit, the venetian accordion type blind expanding and retracting to a selected distance, anda foot rail unit having opposite sides and a pivotal connection to said second end of the venetian accordion type blind, said pivotal connection being collinear to said pivot axis, anda turning mechanism in the head rail unit for turning the axle about the pivot axis so that when the venetian accordion type blind is extended said selected distance, the venetian accordion type blind can be turned between a closed position wherein the venetian accordion type blind is substantially parallel to the head and foot rail units and an open position wherein the venetian accordion type blind is substantially perpendicular to the said units.2. The ...

WINDOW COVERING

A window covering comprises an upper rail, a window shade, a lower rail, a press member located in the lower rail and extended therefrom, a first press assembly and a second press assembly located in the lower rail and spaced from each other to contact the press member, and a cord winding assembly located in the lower rail to connect to the first and second press assemblies. A first cord and a second cord run through the window shade to fasten to the cord winding assembly. A user can depress the press member and push or pull the lower rail upwards or downwards, so that the window shade can be retracted upwards or extended downwards through the first and second cords. Moreover, the first and second cords are held inside the lower rail, hence accident caused by the exposed cords can be prevented. 1. A window covering , comprising:an upper rail;a window shade which is located below the upper rail and includes a first cord and a second cord;a lower rail which is located below the window shade and includes a slot at one side in the middle thereof;a press member located in the lower rail and extended outwards through the slot;a first press assembly and a second press assembly located in the lower rail and spaced from each other in contact with the press member; anda cord winding assembly which is located in the lower rail corresponding to the slot and connected to the first press assembly and the second press assembly;wherein the first cord and the second cord include respectively one end threading through a lower end of the upper rail and fastened thereon, and the other end threading through the window shade, the interior of the lower rail, and the first press assembly and the second press assembly in this order to connect to the cord winding assembly for fastening therein.2. The window covering of claim 1 , wherein the press member includes a press end extended outwards through the slot claim 1 , the press end including a first contact end and a second contact end at ...

FRONT DOOR BRACKET MOUNTING APPARATUS IN A VENDING MACHINE

A mounting apparatus for front door bracket in vending machine includes a door body, a bracket mounted on the door body, and a fixing plate fixed on the bracket. Two first fixing tabs are extended from the bracket. A first through hole is defined in each first fixing tab. Two bending portions are extended from the base plate corresponding to the two first fixing tabs. A first mounting hole is defined in each of the two bending portions corresponding to the first through hole. Two first fasteners pass through the corresponding first through holes and the first mounting holes to fix the bracket on the door body. The fixing plate is fixed between the two bending portions on the bracket. The two bending portions resist against the fixing plate on the base plate. 1. A mounting apparatus for front door bracket comprising:a door body;a bracket mounted on the door body; anda fixing plate fixed on the bracket; wherein two first fixing tabs are extended from the bracket; a first through hole is defined in each of the two first fixing tabs; two bending portions are extended from the base plate corresponding to the two first fixing tabs; a first mounting hole is defined in each of the two bending portions corresponding to the first through hole; a first fastener passes through the first through hole and the first mounting hole to fix the bracket on the door body; the fixing plate is fixed between the two bending portions on the bracket; and each of the two bending portions resists against the fixing plate on the base plate.2. The mounting apparatus for front door bracket of claim 1 , further comprising a second fixing tab extending from the door body; a second through hole being defined in the second fixing tab; a second mounting holes being defined in the bracket corresponding to the second through hole; and the first fastener passes through the second through hole and the second mounting hole to fix the bracket on the door body.3. The mounting apparatus for front door bracket ...

Covering for architectural opening including cell structures biased to open

A covering for an architectural opening including a support tube and a panel operably connected to the support tube and configured to be wound around the support tube. The panel includes a support sheet and at least one cell operably connected to the support sheet. The at least one cell includes a vane material operably connected to a first side of the support sheet and a cell support member operably connected to the vane material and configured to support the vane material at a distance away from the support sheet when the panel is in an extended position with respect to the support tube.

SHUTTER SLAT

A slat for use in a rolling shutter is provided. The slat comprises a hooking track located at a first edge of a body and a receiving track located at a second edge of the body. Illustratively, the hooking track has a hook-shaped profile, and the receiving track comprises a lip member and a guard member defining a space adapted to receive therein an engaging track of an adjacent slat. The hooking track and the receiving track are designed to minimize the space required for the rolling shutter to be retracted around a spindle. 1. A slat for use in a rolling shutter , said slat having a first end , a second end and a profile comprising:a body having an upper edge and a lower edge, an outward facing side extending between the upper edge and the lower edge, and an inward facing side extending between the upper edge and the lower edge;an engaging track connected to the body at the upper edge, the engaging track comprising a hook that extends upward from the upper edge at a smoothly curved transition between the engaging track and the upper edge; anda receiving track connected to the body at the lower edge, wherein the receiving track comprises a lip member having an outer lip surface and an articulating lip surface, the outer lip surface being contiguous with the inward facing side of the body and extending downward along the same curve as the inward facing side of the body to a curl, the curl extending upward to a tip;the receiving track further comprising a guard member spaced apart from the lip member, an articulation space wherein a second engaging track of a second identical slat may hook the lip member through an aperture between the lip member and the guard member to form a hinge, and a receptacle located between the lip member and the guard member that is separated from the articulation space by a first shoulder on the articulating lip surface and a second shoulder on the articulating guard surface,wherein the lowest point of the curl is horizontally displaced ...

DRAPERY BOTTOM RETENTION SYSTEM

A drapery bottom retention system includes a drapery bottom retention rod mounted to a surface located between a window bottom and a top of a window-mounted HVAC system. The drapery bottom retention rod keeps drapery bottoms from interfering with the top and front of a window-mounted HVAC system and enable drapery panels to remain closed in front of a window for room privacy. The drapery bottom retention system can also include a means to retain drapery/curtain panels attached in a closed, privacy position while the drapery bottom retainer rod keeps drapery bottoms open and away from the front and top of a HVAC system. 1. A drapery bottom retention system , comprising a drapery bottom retention rod mounted to a surface located between a window bottom and a top of a window-mounted HVAC system , said drapery bottom retention rod for keeping drapery bottom from interfering with the top and front of a window-mounted HVAC system and enabling drapery panels to remain closed in front of a window for privacy.2. The drapery bottom retention system of claim 1 , further comprising a means to retain drapery/curtain panels attached in a closed claim 1 , privacy position in front of a window while the drapery bottom retainer rod keeps drapery bottoms open and away from the front and top of a HVAC system.3. The drapery bottom retention system of claim 2 , wherein said means to retain drapery/curtain panels attached in a closed claim 2 , privacy position in front of a window includes at least one of: hook and loop material (i.e. claim 2 , Velcro claim 2 , with hook material secured to edge of one panel and loop material secured to the other panel so that the two panels can become attached) claim 2 , snaps claim 2 , metal hooks claim 2 , clips claim 2 , button and eyelet claim 2 , tie downs strings (e.g. claim 2 , string attached to each panel edge) claim 2 , and magnets.4. The drapery bottom retention system of claim 1 , wherein said drapery bottom retention rod is attachable to a ...

Method, system and apparatus for electronically tinting windows

A method and apparatus for darkening or tinting windows may be described. The method and apparatus can include coupling a display to a window; coupling the display to a power source; sending a signal from a controller to the display, and changing the display properties of the display with the signal sent from the controller to adjust the transparency of the display.

Cellular Shade Having At Least Two Cellular Columns

An expandable and contractable shade assembly includes at least a first column of cell structures aligned vertically one above another and a second column of cell structures also aligned vertically one above the other. The second column of cell structures can be positioned offset and nested with the first cell structures such that each second cell structure may be positioned in between two adjacent of the first cell structures. One or more lift cords may be encased or contained within the first cell structures. The first cell structures not only have lift cords but also provide the product with added integrity. 124.-. (canceled)25. A process for producing a cellular shade comprising:forming a plurality of first cell structures from a first material that are disposed longitudinally along a width dimension and are aligned vertically one above another, each of the first cell structures including a first side and a second side, andforming a plurality of second cell structures also disposed longitudinally along the width dimension, the second cell structures being formed offset from the first cell structures such that each second cell structure is positioned in between two adjacent first cell structures, the second cell structures including a first side and a second side, the first side of the first cell structures forming the second side of the second cell structures, the first side of the second cell structures being made from a second material, the first cell structures including crease lines that allow the first cell structures to collapse into a closed position.26. A process as defined in claim 25 , wherein each first cell structure is formed from a separate and single piece of material comprising the first material claim 25 , each first cell structure being connected to adjacent first cell structures along junction lines.27. A process as defined in claim 26 , wherein the first side of each of the second cell structures is comprised of a separate and single piece of ...

PRIVACY CURTAIN ASSEMBLY WITH CLEANABLE PANELS

A privacy curtain assembly includes a main curtain portion. The main curtain portion includes a first side, a second side, and oppositely disposed leading edges located between the first and second sides. The privacy curtain assembly also includes at least one cleanable, wipable panel that is permanently affixed to one of the leading edges of the main curtain portion. The at least one panel is configured to be cleaned while permanently affixed to the main curtain portion. 1. A privacy curtain assembly , comprising:a main curtain portion including a first side, a second side, and oppositely disposed leading edges; andat least one cleanable, wipable panel permanently affixed to one of the leading edges of the main curtain portion;wherein the at least one panel is configured to be cleaned and disinfected while permanently affixed to the main curtain portion.2. The privacy curtain assembly of claim 1 , wherein the main curtain portion is substantially rectangular.3. The privacy curtain assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one panel is substantially rectangular.4. The privacy curtain assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one panel covers a portion of the leading edge to which it is permanently affixed.5. The privacy curtain assembly of claim 4 , wherein the at least one panel covers an entire length of the leading edge to which it is permanently affixed.6. The privacy curtain assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one panel includes oppositely disposed first and second surfaces claim 1 , each of the first and second surfaces having separate first and second portions that are in contact with the first and second sides of the main curtain portion claim 1 , respectively.7. The privacy curtain assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one panel includes first and second edges that directly abut one of the leading edges of the main curtain portion.8. The privacy curtain assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one panel includes a crease line configured to ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LINKED HORIZONTAL DRAPERY PANELS HAVING VARYING CHARACTERISTICS TO BE MOVED INDEPENDENTLY BY A COMMON DRIVE SYSTEM

A curtain assembly comprises a rotatable drive element wherein at least one helical guide structure is formed on, or into, the outer surface of the drive element. A drive attachment element having a structure that communicates with the helical guide structure to move the drive attachment element axially along the drive element when the drive element is rotated. Specific embodiments incorporate either a manual or motor-driven rotation assembly for rotating the drive element. Further specific embodiments involve a helical guide structure that comprises a helical groove and a structure that comprises a tooth that engages with the helical groove. Further specific embodiments relate to a system with linked horizontal drapery panels having varying characteristics that are moved independently by a common drive system. 1. A window covering assembly , comprising:a drive element having at least one guide structure formed on or into an outer surface of the drive element;a drive attachment element having a corresponding drive structure that communicates with one or more of the at least one guide structure to move the drive attachment element axially along the drive element when the drive element is rotated about a longitudinal axis of the drive element;a first curtain having a first end of the first curtain and a second end of the first curtain, wherein the first curtain is connected to a first driver, wherein the first driver is coupled to the drive attachment such that when the drive attachment element is moved axially along the drive element by rotating the drive element, the first driver hanger clip is moved by the drive attachment;a second curtain having a first end of the second curtain and a second end of the second curtain, wherein the second end of the second curtain is attached to a second driver, wherein the second driver is removably coupled to the drive attachment element such that, when the second driver is coupled to the drive attachment element, the second ...

Air Conditioner Curtain

An air conditioning curtain device is disclosed that allows users to hang curtains or drapes over windows with air conditioning units without blocking the air conditioning units. The air conditioning curtain device comprises a piece of material with a continuous opening therein. Typically, the material is secured around a perimeter of an air conditioner output vent via elastic. Further, the air conditioning curtain device can comprise a flap component attached to an edge of the continuous opening for covering the continuous opening and the air conditioner unit. The flap component can be removably or fixedly attached to the edge of the continuous opening depending on the wants and needs of a user. The flap component is typically constructed of the same material as the piece of material, and can vary in size.

Method of Installing a Window Arrangement Comprising a Number of Neighbouring Windows, and Such a Window Arrangement

In the method of installing a window arrangement comprising a number of neighbouring windows, a support structure including an upstand is first provided. Each window is provided with a plurality of predefined connection points, and windows are placed next to each other. One window is connected with the other and neighbouring window at said predefined connection points. 1. A window arrangement comprising a number of windows , each comprising a plurality of connection points , wherein at least some of said connection points are provided at the side frame members , and wherein neighbouring windows are connected in said connection points.2. A window arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein each side frame member is provided with at least three connection points distributed evenly along the length of the side frame member.3. A window arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein a set of connection brackets is attached to the frame at at least some of said connection points claim 1 , and wherein each set of connection brackets include a pair of first parts to be attached to the frame and a second part to be connected to each of the first parts of said pair.4. A window arrangement according to claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of cover brackets attached to side frame members not facing the side frame member of a neighbouring window.5. A window arrangement according to claim 4 , wherein said cover brackets are located at said predefined connection points.6. A window arrangement according to claim 5 , wherein said cover brackets are mounted at predefined connection points already provided with a first part of a set of connection brackets. The present application is a division of co-pending application Ser. No. 13/339,516 filed on Dec. 29, 2011, which claims the priority under 35 U.S.C. 119 of European Patent Application No. 10197235.4, filed Dec. 29, 2010; Danish Patent Application No. DK 2011 70359, filed Jul. 4, 2011; and Danish Patent Application No. DK 2011 70590, ...

System and method for preventing vertical blinds from tangling

A system and method for preventing vertical blinds from tangling is disclosed. The system and method comprise the location of apertures at the vertical centers of rotation of the vertical vanes used in the blinds. A long thin member, such as a flexible cord, a flexible ribbon, or a rigid rod, is then placed through the apertures in a horizontal orientation and fixed on both ends. This prevents the vanes from overlapping one another in a manner that would cause entanglement.

Curtain System

A curtain system with improved safety, ease of mounting, ease of dismounting, ease of cleaning, and range of installation is provided herein. The curtain system foregoes the use of a handing rod, and instead is operable to use one or more of a plurality of mounting hardware, including hook and loop fasteners, magnets, and suction mounts. The mounting hardware are selected based on the site of installation of the curtain system, and do not require destructive installation as required for retrofitting a surface with hanging brackets via nails, screws, or adhesive substances such as glues or tapes. 1. A curtain system , comprising:a curtain body comprising a length of fabric, the curtain bodying including a face and a rear in which:the face includes a mounting bracket positioned on an upper portion of the curtain body defining a pocket, the pocket including an opening facing downward from the upper portion; andthe rear includes mounting hardware incorporated with the upper portion of the curtain body for mounting the curtain body to a surface.2. The curtain system of claim 1 , further comprising:a valence, positioned in front of the face of the curtain body, wherein a length of the valence is less than the length of fabric of the curtain body and wherein a width of the valence is at least as wide as a width of the curtain body.3. The curtain system of claim 1 , wherein:the valence is connected to the curtain body by a seam running the width of the curtain body; andthe pocket is defined by the valence, the curtain body, and the seam.4. The curtain system of claim 1 , wherein:the valence is connected to the curtain body via a series of pleated loops connected at set intervals to define a series of mounting brackets.5. The curtain system of claim 1 , the rear further including:mounting hardware incorporated with a left edge portion of the curtain body and a right edge portion of the curtain body for mounting the curtain body to the surface.6. The curtain system of claim 5 ...

DRAPERY-HOLDING, LIGHT BLOCKING AIR DEFLECTOR

A drapery-holding, light-blocking air deflector is provided comprising an elongated deflector housing having an internal space. A rod is mounted for rotation within the internal space of the deflector housing. Multiple retaining radial protrusions (e.g., radially extending flaps) are mounted on the rod. The rod can be rotated in the internal space of the deflector housing to orient the retaining radial protrusions at multiple positions or angles and retain a curtain or other suspended light-blocking or privacy item within the internal space. Thus, the air deflector prevents the curtains, panels or other suspended, light-blocking or privacy items from being blown forward by air from an AC unit and separating and unblocking light passing through a window into the room. 1. A drapery-holding , light-blocking air deflector comprising:an opaque, elongated deflector housing comprising a rear side configured to be attached to a wall, an opaque bottom, an opaque front and opaque side walls delimiting an internal space of the deflector housing, wherein the deflector housing and internal space are elongately formed along a left-to-right, transverse direction and the internal space terminates in an elongate top opening extending along the transverse direction;a rod mounted along the transverse direction for rotation within the internal space of the deflector housing about a longitudinal axis of the rod; andat least one retaining radial protrusion mounted on the rod, wherein the at least one retaining radial protrusion can be rotationally arranged at multiple rotational positions in relation the longitudinal axis of the rod with the at least one retaining protrusion oriented towards the rear side of the deflector housing and at different angles with the elongate top opening in said multiple rotational positions.2. The air deflector of claim 1 , wherein the deflector housing is configured to adopt an assembled position in which the rear side of the deflector housing is attached ...

WINDOW BLIND

A window blind includes a headrail, a bottom rail, a plurality of slats, and a cord. The slats are arranged between the headrail and the bottom rail, and each slat has two bores and one or plural of locking slots. Each locking slot has an open end and a closed end, and the opening end of the locking slot is connected to the bore. The cord passes through the headrail and the bores of the slats, and being fastened to the bottom rail. A diameter of the cord is greater than or equal to a width of the locking slot. As a result, the cord goes into the locking slot quickly and can be clamped by edges of the locking slot while a kid is trying to pull the cord out of the slats. 1. A window blind , comprising:a headrail and a bottom rail;a plurality of slats arranged between the headrail and the bottom rail, each of which has at least a bore and at least a locking slot, wherein the locking slot has an open end and a closed end, and the open end of the locking slot is connected to the bore; andat least a cord passing through the headrail and the bores of the slats, and being fastened to the bottom rail.2. The window blind of claim 1 , wherein a diameter of the cord is greater than or equal to a width of the locking slot.3. The window blind of claim 1 , wherein the bore is an elongated bore having a long axis and a short axis claim 1 , and the locking slot is in the long axis.4. The window blind of claim 3 , wherein the bore has a collecting portion claim 3 , which has a gradually narrowed width claim 3 , and the locking slot is connected to a narrowest portion of the collecting portion.5. The window blind of claim 1 , wherein the width of the locking slot is constant.6. The window blind of claim 1 , wherein the width of the locking slot is gradually reduced from the open end to the closed end.7. The window blind of claim 1 , wherein the locking slot has two convex edges.8. The window blind of claim 1 , wherein the locking slot has two straight and inclined edges.9. The window ...

Quick Change Privacy Curtain with Zipper Interface

A curtain includes an upper curtain panel fabricated from a first material, a lower curtain panel fabricated from a second material having at least one of disposable, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, fire-retardant, sound-dampening, fluid-impermeable, fluid-permeable, and decorative properties, and a zipper interface configured for attaching the lower curtain panel to the upper curtain panel so that the lower curtain panel can be quickly attached to and removed from the upper curtain panel while the curtain is hung vertically. 1. A privacy curtain configured for hanging from an elongated track attached to a ceiling , comprising:an upper curtain panel coupled to a plurality of carriers along one edge that enable the upper curtain panel to travel along the track, the upper curtain panel fabricated from a first material;a first lower curtain panel fabricated from a second material having at least one of disposable, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, fire-retardant, sound-dampening, fluid-impermeable, fluid-permeable, and decorative properties; anda first zipper interface configured for attaching the first lower curtain panel to the upper curtain panel so that the first lower curtain panel can be quickly attached to and removed from the upper curtain panel.2. The privacy curtain of claim 1 , further comprising a baton attached to at least one end of the upper curtain panel.3. The privacy curtain of claim 1 , wherein the upper curtain panel comprises a material selected from the group consisting of a mesh material claim 1 , a light-transmissible material claim 1 , a fluid-impermeable material claim 1 , a fluid-permeable material claim 1 , a fire-retardant material claim 1 , a sound-dampening material claim 1 , an anti-bacterial material claim 1 , and an anti-microbial material.3. The privacy curtain of claim 1 , wherein the lower curtain panel comprises a material selected from the group consisting of a non-woven material and a polypropylene material.4. The privacy curtain ...

VERTICAL RETRACTABLE COVERING FOR STRUCTURAL OPENINGS

The invention relates to a retractable coverings for architectural openings that can accommodate different pleated fabric covering sizes without requiring the use of different side rail frame components and is capable of opening either from left to right, right to left or a two-piece construction allowing for the left side to open left and right side to open left. 1) A retractable covering movable between extended and retracted positions comprising of:a. a fabric covering panel having a plurality of pleats and said fabric covering having a first proximal pleat and a second distal pleat and being horizontally collapsible;b. an elongated horizontal headrail comprising of a headrail rail comprising of a horizontal rail and two end plates;c. Said headrail rail having at least two tracks wherein a proximal track is configured to support at least one first proximal trolley and second distal track is configured to support at least a first distal trolley and a second distal trolley;d. said at least first distal trolley is selectively fixed to said headrail rail and supports a vertical rail and said second distal trolley supports a vertical rail and said second distal trolley is moveable in said second distal track and said at least one proximal trolley supports a fabric covering panel;e. said at least first distal trolley comprising of two chassis wheel assemblies each comprising of two wheels configure to roll in said second distal track of said headrail and a trolley axle connecting the said two chassis wheel assemblies and a magnet attached to said trolley axle said magnet in communication with an end plate attached to the end of said headrail rail and said at least first distal trolley connected to said vertical rail and said fabric covering panel connected to said vertical rail;f. and said at least second distal trolley comprising of two chassis wheel assemblies each comprising of two wheels configure to roll in said second distal track of said headrail and a trolley ...

DOUBLE-PANE MODULE WITH AN IMAGE PRODUCING DEVICE FOR USE IN A STRUCTURE AND A METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH MODULE

A module including two transparent panes; a sealing and spacing arrangement sealingly fixing the panes to each other along their periphery at spaced apart relationship, thereby forming between the inner surfaces of the panes a transparent sealed cavity with a sealing frame surrounding it; and an image producing device fixedly mounted within the cavity so as to allow viewing images produced thereby. The module for mounting in the structure so as to fulfill the function of a transparent member such as a window, a door or a wall, separating between the space in said interior of the structure accommodating said person and a region behind the member, and to allow viewing at least through a portion of the cavity. The module can include optional features, and methods are provided for producing a structure therewith and for upgrading existing structures by using the module instead of an original transparent component. 1. A module for mounting in a structure having an interior and configured for accommodating within this interior at least one person , the module comprising:(a) two transparent panes each having an inner surface facing towards the other one of the two transparent panes and an outer surface facing away from the other one of the two transparent panes;(b) a sealing and spacing arrangement sealingly fixing the two transparent panes to each other along respective peripheries thereof at a spaced apart relationship, thereby forming between the inner surfaces of the two transparent panes a transparent sealed cavity with a sealing frame surrounding it;(c) an image producing device fixedly mounted within said cavity so as to allow viewing images produced thereby, from a viewing direction facing the outer surface of a first of said two transparent panes, while being spaced from the inner surface of a second of said two transparent panes; said image producing device from being viewed from a direction other than said viewing direction, and/or', 'any proximate operational ...

CURTAIN HANGING ASSEMBLY

A curtain assembly comprising a sheet of material and a hanging assembly. The sheet may comprise an upper edge portion extending from an upper edge and having a plurality of passages, each passage defined by a perimeter, and a curtain cut extending from the perimeter to the upper edge. The hanging assembly may comprise a pair of joinable hanger elements, each comprising a web of material between an inner perimeter and an outer perimeter, the webs having opposing surfaces for mutual engagement, each hanger element having two free end surfaces created by a cut through its web from inner to outer perimeter. The sheet is placed between web opposing surfaces of the pair, with the free edge surfaces of a first hanger element aligned with the curtain cut and the other free edge surfaces of a second hanger element offset from the first free edge surfaces by an angle. 2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of passages are circular and the interior passages are circular.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the curtain cut comprises a linear segment.4. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the curtain cut comprises more than one linear segment.5. The assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the curtain cut comprises at least on non-linear segment. 1. FieldThe present invention relates generally to an assembly for hanging a curtain from a curtain rod. More specifically, the invention relates to an assembly integral to a curtain and configured to allow the curtain to be hung from a curtain rod. More specifically still, the invention relates to a curtain with an integral hanging assembly to allow a curtain to be hung from a curtain rod without moving the curtain rod.2. Background InformationCurtains are known to be used to cover building openings, such as doors and windows, foe aesthetic reasons as well as to provide shielding or privacy within a building or other structure, such as in curtains adapted to separate a bathing area from the ...

FRAME COMPRISING PROFILE CONNECTORS WITH A ROTATIONAL JOINT

The present invention relates to a frame for an insect protection device for use with a building opening, comprising 1. A frame for a protection device for use with a building opening , comprising{'b': 1', '1', '1', '2', '3', '4', '3, 'at least two vertical frame struts (., .) which in each case have at least one outer profile strip () and at least one inner profile strip () which is inserted in a telescopic manner into the outer profile strip(s) () to an insertion depth,'}{'b': 2', '1', '2', '2', '3', '4', '3, 'at least two horizontal frame struts (., .) which in each case have at least one outer profile strip () and at least one inner profile strip () which is inserted in a telescopic manner into the outer profile strip (s) () to an insertion depth, and'}{'b': 5', '1', '5', '2', '6', '1', '6', '2', '7', '8', '7', '3', '4', '1', '1', '1', '2', '8', '3', '4', '2', '1', '2', '2, 'claim-text': {'b': 5', '1', '5', '2', '6', '1', '6', '2', '11', '7', '8', '9', '10', '1', '1', '1', '2', '2', '1', '2', '2', '1', '1', '1', '2', '2', '1', '2', '2', '9', '10', '11', '5', '1', '5', '2', '6', '1', '6', '2', '2', '1', '2', '2', '1', '1', '1', '2, 'each profile connector (., ., ., .) has a rotational joint () between the connecting arms (, ) having at least one axis of rotation (, ), such that in an initial position the vertical frame struts (., .) and the horizontal frame struts (., .) are oriented parallel to one another and that, by pivoting the frame struts (., ., ., .) relative to one another about the axes of rotation (, ) of the rotational joints () of the profile connectors (., ., ., .) connecting together two respective frame struts, the frame is able to be transferred into an assembly position in which the horizontal frame struts (., .) and the vertical frame struts (., .) are arranged in a frame plane at a right angle to one another.'}, 'profile connectors (., ., ., .) in each case comprising at least one first connecting arm () and one second connecting arm (), ...

Electromagnetic-shielding electrochromic windows

Electromagnetic-shielding, electrochromic windows comprising one or more multi-layer conductors with an electromagnetic shielding stack for blocking electromagnetic communication signals through the windows.

WINDOW SHADE

A window shade may include a shade, and each of a top portion and a bottom portion thereof has a mount bar. The shade is installed into a sliding unit through the mount bar on the top portion of the shade, and the mount bar on the bottom portion of the shade is coupled with a weight track. The mount bars on the top portion and the bottom portion of the shade are adapted to enable the shade to horizontally install on a top track of a window curtain and also to enable the weight of the weight track to be evenly distributed on the bottom portion of the shade, thereby smoothing the operation of the shade. 1. A window shade comprising a shade , and each of a top portion and a bottom portion thereof having a mount bar; the mount bar being an elongated board body having a U-shaped cross section , and a connecting groove formed inside the mount bar; the two mount bars respectively coupled with the top portion and the bottom portion of the shade through the connecting grooves , and the two mount bars respectively secured on the top portion and the bottom portion of the shade through two stitching lines; the shade installed into a sliding unit through the mount bar on the top portion of the shade , and the mount bar , which is on the bottom portion of the shade , coupled with a weight track; the weight track formed into a U-shaped , and a connecting space formed inside the weight track , and two abutting portions respectively formed at two lateral sides of the connecting space; each of two top ends of the two abutting portions bent inwardly into an inverted U-shape , and an inner leg of the inverted U formed into a locating board , and each of the two locating boards sloped from top to bottom to enable two ends of the two locating boards close to each other; each of buffering spaces formed between the locating board and the abutting portion so as to enable the abutting portion to slightly expand outwardly; the end of the locating board having a bent blocking portion; each of ...

FOLDABLE ADJUSTABLE SUN SHADE FOR VEHICLE SIDE WINDOW

A vehicle side window shade for mounting on the side window to block the sun and heat from entering the vehicle through the side window. It comprises a foldable, opaque cloth, with a plurality of thin, rigid yet flexible tabs attached to at least one of its edges. Installing the sunshade on a car's side window is done by wedging the tabs vertically into the upper edge of the window's frame, such that the top of each tab is pressed between the window's glass and the flexible rubber seal which lines the window's frame in the door. 1. A shade device for a vehicle side window , comprising:a. a foldable, opaque cloth, adapted to cover an area of the window; andb. a plurality of rigid yet flexible tabs, each of said tabs having a thickness in a range of 0.2 mm to 1.4 mm and total surface area in a range of 3 square centimeters to 400 square centimeters, said tabs adapted to be detachably held in place by compressive force when wedged in the crevice between the surface of the window and the upper edge of the window's frame,where at least two of said tabs are attached to said cloth adjacent to at least one edge of said cloth, such that at least one square centimeter of each of said tabs lies outside the perimeter of said cloth, said tabs adapted to support said cloth hanging down from said tabs in a shading position essentially parallel to the window on the inside of the vehicle when said tabs are wedged in the crevice between the surface of the window and the upper edge of the window's frame.2. The shade of wherein the total surface area of each of the two faces of said cloth is in a range of 400 square centimeters to 4000 square centimeters.3. The shade of wherein the cloth shape is tailored to fit exactly a specific window of a specific vehicle model.4. The shade of wherein at least one of said tabs has a curvature such that the curvature must be temporarily reduced in order to wedge the tab into the crevice between the surface of a vehicle's window and the window's ...

VEHICLE OPEN-WINDOW COVER WITH PET VISIBILITY

The present invention provides safe, easy way for a pet to see out the window of a vehicle. In an embodiment of the invention, a vehicle window cover made of inelastic material with visibility openings fits over an entire rear vehicle window from the top of the door to the bottom of the window panel by sliding over the top of the door when it is open, thus being securely fixed to the window upon opening the door. The covering is a bag-like, panel that allows a pet to see out by peering through an opening or openings that correspond to its height in the panel, thus allowing a pet to stand at the window or sit on a booster seat and look out of an opening while exposing only its head and ears. 1. A vehicle window covering comprising:an inside surface and an outside surface, wherein the inside surface and the outside surface are joined together at a top and side sections of a perimeter edge of the inside surface and the outside surface;an elastic band adjoined to a bottom section of the perimeter edge of the inside surface and the outside surface; andthe inside surface and the outside surface each having an opening therethrough.2. The vehicle window covering of further comprising a drawstring located at the atop and side sections of the perimeter edge claim 1 , the drawingstring extending past the elastic band claim 1 , and further including one or more drawstring locks.3. The vehicle window covering of claim 1 , wherein a surrounding border of the outside surface's opening is reinforced.4. The vehicle window covering of claim 1 , wherein a flap is adjoined to a surrounding border of the outside surface's opening.5. The vehicle window covering of claim 1 , wherein the outside surface's opening is positioned at a face of a character displayed on the outside surface.6. The vehicle window covering of claim 1 , further comprising a ring adjoined to a surrounding border of the outside surface's opening.7. The vehicle window covering of claim 1 , wherein the inside surface ...

HINGED DOOR

A door main body includes a through hole formed on an end surface located at an end of the door main body in a rotation axis direction of rotation of the door main body, a cable or a hose being inserted through the through hole. A door frame portion includes: a frame opening portion which is formed on a surface opposed to the through hole and has a shape corresponding to a movement trajectory of the through hole when the door main body is opened or closed; and a slide supporting member supporting the cable or the hose extending through the frame opening portion while sliding relative to the frame opening portion. 1. A hinged door comprising:a door frame portion;a door main body arranged inside the door frame portion; andan attaching member by which the door main body is rotatably attached to the door frame portion, wherein:a cable or a hose extends between the door frame portion and the door main body;the door main body includes a through hole formed on an end surface located at an end of the door main body in a rotation axis direction of rotation of the door main body, the cable or the hose being inserted through the through hole; and a frame opening portion which is formed on a surface opposed to the through hole and has a shape corresponding to a movement trajectory of the through hole when the door main body is opened or closed and', 'a slide supporting member supporting the cable or the hose extending through the frame opening portion while sliding relative to the frame opening portion., 'the door frame portion includes'}2. The hinged door according to claim 1 , wherein:the slide supporting member includes a supporting portion supporting the cable or the hose and a covering portion adjacent to the supporting portion and extending in a direction in which the slide supporting member slides; andthe covering portion covers at least a part of the frame opening portion.3. The hinged door according to claim 2 , wherein:a maximum rotation angle of the door main body is ...

Uplift Prevention Device

It is the object of the present invention to provide a sliding frame-mounted window uplift prevention device with improved structural integrity and strength, improved ease of installation and removal through elimination of mechanical fasteners such as screws, rivets, and the like, and compatibility with a wider variety of frame designs than existing devices. 1. A window uplift prevention device comprising:an interference tab disposed horizontally and adapted to abut an upper edge surface of a slidable window frame,said interference tab being adapted to occupy at least 3/32 inch of a vertical clearance above said upper surface of said slidable window frame,a mounting tab extending downward at a right angle from said interference tab, adapted to abut a vertical edge surface of said slidable window frame adjacent to said upper surface,said mounting tab having a mounting surface adapted to accept an adhesive media,said adhesive media being adapted to adhere said mounting surface to said vertical edge surface of said slidable window frame.2. The window uplift prevention device of wherein the interference tab and the mounting tab are integrally formed as a continuous solid body.3. The window uplift prevention device of wherein said continuous solid body is formed from a plastic material.4. The window uplift prevention device of wherein said adhesive media is a double-sided adhesive tape.5. The window uplift prevention device of wherein said double-sided adhesive tape is a double-sided foam mounting tape.6. The window uplift prevention device of wherein said double-sided adhesive tape is a double-sided acrylic tape.7. The window uplift prevention device of wherein said interference tab has a thickness between ⅛ inch and 5/16 inch.8. A window assembly comprising:a slidable window frame located within a guide track of a fixed window frame having a vertical clearance between said upper edge of the slidable frame and said fixed window frame, said clearance being adapted to ...

Containment Curtains As Well As Systems And Apparatuses Including Same

Room dividers are provided having an edge at least four feet from a room floor and at least twenty inches from a ceiling, an open or perforated space above and adjacent the edge along at least a majority portion of the room divider, and a moveable shield configured such that fluid from one side of the room divider is substantially blocked from passing through the open/perforated space when the shield is aligned with the space. Curtains are provided which include fastener/s arranged along a screen and strut/s coupled to the fastener/s, wherein the screen extends at least 3 inches above the fastener/s and the strut/s extend at least 24 inches below the fastener/s. Other curtains include struts extending along less than an entire length of the screen but at least between a point approximately level with at least one of the fastener/s to at least 24 inches below the fastener/s.

ULTRASONIC DIMMING SYSTEM AND DIMMING WINDOW ASSEMBLY

An ultrasonic dimming system includes: a function processing module including: a first unit for generating a first electrical signal for locating a target object in a first operation state, to enable an ultrasonic transducer structure to generate first ultrasonic waves, and generating a second electrical signal for identifying finger touch position in a second operation state, to enable the ultrasonic transducer structure to generate second ultrasonic waves; a second unit for detecting reflected first ultrasonic waves to obtain target position information of the target object in the first operation state, and detecting reflected second ultrasonic waves to obtain finger touch position information in the second operation state; a third unit for controlling the ultrasonic transducer structure to perform directional sounding for the target object in the first operation state; a fourth unit for sending a control signal to the dimming glass structure to perform dimming in the second operation state. 1. An ultrasonic dimming system , comprising: a glass substrate , a dimming glass structure and an ultrasonic transducer structure sequentially disposed on the glass substrate , and a function processing module electrically coupled with the dimming glass structure and the ultrasonic transducer structure;wherein the function processing module comprises:a first unit configured to, in a first operation state, generate a first electrical signal for locating a target object and send the first electrical signal to the ultrasonic transducer structure to enable the ultrasonic transducer structure to generate a first ultrasonic wave; and, in a second operation state, generate a second electrical signal for identifying a finger touch position and send the second electrical signal to the ultrasonic transducer structure to enable the ultrasonic transducer structure to generate a second ultrasonic wave;a second unit configured to, in the first operation state, detect a reflected first ...

Partition mount system including head coupler with adjustable head length and head position

A coupler comprises a first channel having a first axis of extension in a first horizontal direction and a second channel having a second axis of extension in the first horizontal direction. The second axis of extension is parallel to and spaced apart from the first axis of extension in a second horizontal direction. The second axis of extension has a pitch angle relative to the first axis of extension in a vertical direction, the pitch angle being less than 180 degrees. The first and second channels each include head-mounting features, the head-mounting features constructed and arranged to retain an elongated head to the coupler while permitting movement of the elongated head relative to the coupler in the first horizontal direction.

HANGER RING WITH INTEGRAL HOOK

A product include an item for hanging. The item has a top edge and a plurality of spaced holes formed therein proximate the top edge. The plurality of spaced holes are arranged in pairs, wherein between each pair of holes, therein is a slit formed through the item. The slit is defined by a linear center portion and first and second angled end portions at respective ends of the linear center portion. A hanger ring assembly is also provided and includes grommet backings that mate to grommet bases so as to capture the item therebetween and are arranged about the holes at the first and second angled end portions of the slit. 1. A hanger ring assembly for attachment to an article to be hung , the hanger ring assembly comprising:a plurality of grommet backings including a set of first grommet backings and a set of second grommet backings, each first grommet backing being a split ring defined by a circular body with a first slot formed therein, the circular body having a plurality of spaced holes formed therein, each second grommet backing being a split ring defined by a circular body with a second slot formed therein, each of the first grommet backing and the second grommet backing including a clip extending outwardly therefrom, wherein a sagittal axis that passes longitudinally through the clip divides each of the first grommet backing and the second grommet backing into a first half and a second half with an outer face of each of the first grommet backing and the second grommet backing facing outward, wherein the first slot is located in the first half, while the second slot is located in the second half, the first slot being formed at an angle other than 90 degrees relative to the sagittal axis and the second slot being formed at an angle other than 90 degrees relative to the sagittal axis; anda plurality of grommet bases that are configured to mate with both the first set of grommet backings and the second set of grommet backings, with the article disposed and ...

LEAVES AND DEBRIS DOORWAY

A doorway consists of a frame and two doors. The doorway's purpose is to direct leaves and debris into a container. The doorway with the doors open allows leaves and debris to pass through the angled doors that can redirect leaves and debris into an attached receptacle. 1) A doorway to direct leaves and debris.2) A frame to attach two doors; and3) Two doors. A leaves and debris doorway is a frame with two (2) doors attached that provides a pathway for a leaf blower to blow leaves and debris into a netting bag.A leaves and debris doorway is made of plastic (organic polymers) that has been molded through injection molding.A leaves and debris doorway is positioned at a desired area for blowing purposes. Each door is opened to approx. 45 degree angle or desired position. Insert a spike into sleeve at the base of each door.Insert netting bag holder hooks. Fasten netting bag to hooks while placing netting bag inside of doorway. Extend bag behind doorwayLeaves and debris doorway is designed to aid the removal of leaves and debris. This is accomplished by blowing leaves and debris into an collection item; as oppose to blowing items in a pile for pickup.. Front view with doors closed.. Front view with doors open.. Side view of frame.. Side view of frame with doors open.. Overhead view of frame with doors open and image of insert holes.. Overhead view of frame with doors open, and image of netting bag attached.

SELF-SEALING MULTI-SEGMENT RETRACTABLE FIRE CURTAIN

A multi-curtain assembly includes: first and second curtain segments, each having a leading edge and side edge; an edge fastener having first and second fastener portions proximate the side edge of the first and second curtain segments, respectively, the first fastener portion of the first curtain segment being connectable to the second fastener portion of the second curtain segment to produce a seam as the curtain segments are moved to their closed positions; a motor driving one or more of the barrel assemblies; a synchronizing mechanism synchronizing the barrel assemblies. An overlap fastener, arranged proximate edges of the curtain segments in an overlap region, has aligning portions that align as the side edges are brought into alignment by the edge fastener, to mask at least one side of the fastener seam as the fastener portions are connected to each other. 1. A multi-curtain assembly having a plurality of adjacent curtain segments of a retractable curtain , positioned in a structure , comprising:a first curtain segment and a second curtain segment, each curtain segment having a leading edge configured to extend between opened and closed positions by winding on and unwinding from a respective barrel assembly, and having side edges proximate to each other;an edge fastener having a first portion arranged on the side edge of the first curtain segment, and a second portion on the side edge of the second curtain segment, the first fastener portion of the first curtain segment being connectable to the second fastener portion of the second curtain segment to align the side edges with respect to each other and to produce a seam as the first and second curtain segments are moved to their closed positions along a first direction;an overlap fastener arranged proximate adjacent edges of the first and second curtain segments, the overlap fastener comprising, in an overlap region, aligning portions configured to align with each other as the side edges are brought into ...

Portable Privacy Arrangement for Users of Public Restrooms

A portable arrangement is provided for ensuring privacy during use of a public toilet. The arrangement includes a screen in the form of a generally rectangular or square piece of sheet material with an embedded suction cup or other attachment means at each corner. Secured to the screen is a smaller pouch into which the screen can be folded for transport. 1. A privacy arrangement for public restroom stalls , comprising:a screen in the form of a generally rectangular or square piece of sheet material with an embedded attachment means at each corner, the attachment means being for attaching the corners of the screen to the restroom stall in such a way that the screen extends over the door and gaps between the door and walls of the stall, to cover the gaps and prevent a person outside the stall from viewing a person inside the stall through the gaps; anda smaller pouch into which the screen is folded and secured by at least one closure for transport.2. A privacy arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the attachment means includes suction cups provided at each corner of the sheet material.3. A privacy arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the sheet material is a lightweight claim 1 , easily foldable material that is sufficiently opaque as to protect the privacy of a user of the stall when the material is placed over the openings or gaps between the door and walls of the stall claim 1 , and secured to the stall by the attachment means.4. A privacy arrangement as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the sheet material is a nylon mesh.5. A privacy arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the sheet material has a sufficient length to extend over the gaps at each side of the bathroom stall door claim 1 , and sufficient width to cover at least a substantial portion of the vertical extent of the gaps.6. A privacy arrangement as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the sheet material is at least 30″×48″.7. A privacy arrangement as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the sheet material is ...

Transparent and Insulating Materials Having Evacuated Capsules

Transparent and insulating materials having evacuated capsules are provided. According to an aspect of the invention, a method includes forming evacuated capsules within a solution, and dispersing and suspending the evacuated capsules within the solution such that a packing density of the evacuated capsules within the solution is greater than 30%, and a visible light transmission of the solution including the evacuated capsules is greater than 75%. According to another aspect of the invention, a layer includes a plurality of evacuated capsules distributed within a dried sol-gel. A thermal conductivity of the layer is between 0.02 W/m-K and 0.001 W/m-K, and the layer has a visible light transmission of greater than 30%. 1. A method comprising:forming evacuated capsules within a solution; anddispersing and suspending the evacuated capsules within the solution such that a packing density of the evacuated capsules within the solution is greater than 30%, and a visible light transmission of the solution including the evacuated capsules is greater than 75%.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the dispersing and suspending of the evacuated capsules comprises:adjusting a pH of the solution to a value between 9 and 14, andadding a polycation or a polyanion to the solution.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the packing density is greater than 70%.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:processing the solution with a sol-gel method; anddrying the processed solution to form a layer.5. The method according to claim 4 , further comprising adding a strengthening agent to the solution before processing the solution.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the strengthening agent comprises at least one of poly(vinyl alcohol) or boric acid.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein forming the evacuated capsules comprises:forming templates using dodecanethiol and cetyl-trimethylammonium bromide;coating the templates with a silica-gel; ...

Optical element and organic light-emitting device with optical element

An optical element includes a light guide plate with a first major surface and with a second major surface opposite the first major surface and with side faces connecting the first and second major surfaces, wherein the light guide plate includes a matrix material transparent to ultraviolet light in which scattering centers are embedded, at least one light-emitting semiconductor device that couples ultraviolet light into the light guide plate via a side face when in operation, a first filter layer on the first major surface and a second filter layer on the second major surface, wherein the filter layers opaque to ultraviolet light and at least partially transparent to visible light, and a first photochromic layer at least on the first major surface, between the light guide panel and the first filter layer, with a transparency to visible light by ultraviolet light.

SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR SUPPORTING A TILTABLE WINDOW

A support assembly suitable for supporting a tiltable window in a tilted condition, said tiltable window including a window frame, a latch for releasably securing the tiltable window in a vertical orientation in a main frame, and an actuator arranged to actuate the latch in response to a user moving the actuator. The support assembly includes: a first support member arranged to be mounted on a surface, such as a floor, to support the tiltable window in the tilted condition; and a first connector attached to the first support member. The first connector includes a frame that is arranged to at least partly envelope a window frame member and is arranged to be releasably attached to the window frame member prior to the tiltable window being tilted out of the plane of the main frame. A window system including the support assembly, and a method for supporting a tiltable window using the support assembly are also disclosed. 1. A support assembly for supporting a tiltable window in a tilted condition , said tiltable window including a window frame , a latch for releasably securing the tiltable window in a vertical orientation in a main frame , the support assembly , including: a first support member arranged to be mounted on a surface , such as a floor , to support the tiltable window in the tilted condition; and a first connector attached to the first support member; wherein said first connector is arranged to be releasably attached to a window frame member prior to the tiltable window being tilted out of the plane of the main frame , and includes a frame that is arranged to at least partly envelope the window frame member.2. A support assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the first connector is arranged to be secured to the window frame by a securing member claim 1 , such as an actuator arranged to actuate the latch in response to a user moving the actuator or a window frame screw element.3. A support assembly according to claim 2 , the first connector includes a ...

ASSEMBLY FOR AN ARCHITECTURAL-STRUCTURE COVERING

A mounting assembly for mounting an architectural-structure covering to an architectural structure, in particular a movable structure is disclosed. In use, the mounting assembly is used in combination with the architectural-structure covering so that the architectural-structure covering can be movable between a retracted position and an extended position. All the while, the mounting assembly constrains movement of the covering portion of the architectural-structure covering so that, for example, in use, when the mounting assembly is mounted to a movable structure, the covering is prevented from moving relative to (e.g., away from) the architectural structure when the movable structure is opened and closed. 1. A mounting assembly used in combination with an architectural-structure covering that is configurable between a retracted configuration and an extended configuration , the assembly comprising:first and second side tracks configured to be mounted on opposite respective sides of an architectural structure, each of said first and second side tracks including a first end, a second end, and a channel; andfirst and second rail clips for coupling to a rail of the architectural-structure covering, said first and second rail clips configured to be at least partially received in said channel of said first and second side tracks, respectively, said first and second rail clips being slidable with respect to said first and second side tracks so that a covering portion of the architectural-structure covering can be configurable between said retracted configuration and said extended configuration; a rail clip member for coupling to said rail of said architectural-structure covering; and', 'a side track clip member including a channel member for being at least partially received in said channels of said first and second side tracks, said side track clip member being operatively coupled to said rail clip member., 'wherein each of said first and second rail clips include2. The ...

ONE-WAY GLASS BASED ON PERSISTENCE OF VISION OF HUMAN EYES

A one-way glass based on the persistence of vision of human eyes includes a double glazing or a single glazing. The double glazing includes a switchable glass with electrically controllable and adjustable light transmittance, and a luminous glass that is electronically controlled to emit light. The luminous glass is a transparent glass. The switchable glass and the luminous glass are controlled by pulse signals of a pulse controller. When the luminous glass emits light, the switchable glass does not transmit light. When the switchable glass transmits light, the luminous glass does not emit light. Dot-matrix LED light sources are uniformly provided on the single glazing. A side of the dot-matrix LED light source facing indoors is provided with a light-shielding layer. A transparent gap is formed between adjacent dot-matrix LED light sources. 1. A one-way glass based on a persistence of vision of human eyes , comprising a double glazing;whereinthe double glazing comprises a switchable glass and a luminous glass;the switchable glass has an electrically controllable and adjustable light transmittance, and the luminous glass is electronically controlled to emit a first light;the luminous glass is a transparent glass;the switchable glass and the luminous glass are controlled by pulse signals of a pulse controller;when the luminous glass emits the first light, the switchable glass does not transmit the first light; andwhen the switchable glass transmits the first light, the luminous glass does not emit the first light.2. The one-way glass based on the persistence of the vision of the human eyes according to claim 1 , whereinthe pulse controller is connected to a power source, andthe pulse controller has two states of 0 and 1, wherein 1 indicates a power-on signal, and 0 indicates a power-off signal.3. The one-way glass based on the persistence of the vision of the human eyes according to claim 1 , whereinthe luminous glass is a self-luminous structure, andthe luminous ...

ELECTRIC DOOR RELEASE POWERED BY AN ENERGY HARVESTER

A piezoelectric energy harvester system for collecting kinetic energy is provided, wherein the kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy, and wherein at least a portion of the converted electrical energy is utilized to operate a load. The system comprises an energy input portion and an energy harvesting portion. The energy input portion includes an input member configured to be actionable by an outside force. The energy harvesting portion includes a capture member, a sprocket portion, and a piezoelectric energy harvester. The capture member is adapted for receiving mechanical input from the input member. The sprocket portion is disposed for movement with the capture member. The sprocket portion includes at least one radially disposed sprocket actuator configured for making contact with and exciting the piezoelectric energy harvester. The piezoelectric energy harvester is excited by the contact to produce the kinetic energy. 1. A piezoelectric energy harvester system for collecting kinetic energy , wherein said kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy , wherein at least a portion of said converted electrical energy is utilized to operate a load , the system comprising:an energy input portion including an input member configured to be actionable by an outside force; andan energy harvesting portion including a capture member, a sprocket portion, and a piezoelectric energy harvester, wherein said capture member is adapted for receiving mechanical input from said input member, wherein said sprocket portion is disposed for movement with said capture member, wherein said sprocket portion includes at least one radially disposed sprocket actuator configured for making contact with and exciting said piezoelectric energy harvester, and wherein said piezoelectric energy harvester is excited by said contact to produce said kinetic energy.2. A system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said input member is a first gear.3. A system in accordance with claim 2 , ...

ADJUSTABLE SHOWER CURTAIN LINER AND REMOVABLE BOTTOM WITH AN INTERCHANGEABLE FRONT PANEL

An adjustable shower curtain liner that includes: (a) a plurality of horizontal rows of curtain hook loops; (b) a neutral color for attachment by snaps, buttonholes or Velcro® to a decorative outer panel that go partially to the base of the tub or all the way to the bathroom floor; and (c) a set of lower magnets for keeping the liner close to the tub interior—with one or more strips of perforations that can be easily removed when they become too moldy or unsightly. 1. An improved shower curtain comprising:a liner panel having a top horizontal edge and a bottom horizontal edge, said top edge including a plurality of rows of apertures through which individual shower rod hooks may be placed for hanging the shower curtain onto a curtain rod with at least a first row of apertures extending horizontally and parallel to a second row of apertures directly beneath, the apertures of the first row and the second row aligning vertically with one another.2. The improved shower curtain of claim 1 , which includes three parallel rows of apertures claim 1 , with one parallel row stacked above the parallel row directly beneath.3. The improved shower curtain of claim 1 , which further includes a row of outer snaps for attaching an outer cover panel to the liner panel.4. The improved shower curtain of claim 1 , which further includes a row of buttonholes for attaching an outer cover panel to the liner panel.5. The improved shower curtain of claim 1 , which further includes a row of outer Velcro strips for attaching an outer cover panel to the liner panel.6. The improved shower curtain of wherein unused rows of apertures can be folded under one another for changing vertical length of the shower curtain.7. An improved shower curtain comprising:a liner panel having a top horizontal edge and a bottom horizontal edge, said bottom edge including a plurality of perforation rows that can be torn away when too soiled or moldy.8. The improved shower curtain of claim 7 , which includes three or ...

WINDOW SHADE MOUNT

A system for mounting a window dressing may include an elongate backing member, an elongate mounting member, and an elongate outer member. The elongate mounting member may be adapted to mount to a vertical surface and adjustably secure to a plurality of locations on a back surface of the elongate backing member. The elongate outer member may be secured to the elongate backing member. 1. A system for mounting a window dressing comprising:an elongate backing member;an elongate mounting member adapted to mount to a vertical surface and adjustably secure to a plurality of locations on a back surface of the elongate backing member; andan elongate outer member secured to the elongate backing member.2. The system according to wherein the elongate backing member has a length equal to a length of the elongate mounting member.3. The system according to wherein the elongate backing member has a top beveled side claim 1 , a bottom beveled side claim 1 , and a front surface with a height less than a height of the back surface.4. The system according to wherein the elongate backing member has a back top beveled edge claim 3 , a front top beveled edge claim 3 , a back bottom beveled edge claim 3 , and a front bottom beveled edge contact an interior surface of the elongate outer member.5. The system according to wherein the elongate outer member is positioned to receive the entirety of the elongate backing member within an interior volume defined by the elongate outer member.6. The system according to wherein the elongate outer member has an arcuate cross-section.7. The system according to wherein the elongate outer member has a semicircular cross-section.8. The system according to further comprising:at least one nail countersunk in the elongate outer member and adapted to secure the elongate outer member to the elongate backing member.9. The system according to wherein a top surface of the elongate mounting member perpendicularly abuts the back surface of the elongate backing ...

DYNAMIC DESK ACCESSORY DELIVERING ON-DEMAND PRIVACY ON AN OPEN WORK TABLE

A privacy accessory includes a base having a body portion; a retention portion defining a retention edge for releasably securing the base to a work surface; a plurality of frame members secured to the base, each frame member having a first side portion pivotably secured to the base and a second side portion pivotably secured to the base, each of the plurality of frame members telescopically received with an adjacent one of the plurality of frame members in a series that graduate from a smallest one to a largest one, the frame members being sequentially deployable to a first, expanded state by pulling on the largest one and sequentially folded to a second, collapsed state by pushing on the largest one of the plurality of frame members. 1. A privacy accessory comprising: a body portion that defines a bottom surface for resting on a work surface;', 'a plurality of frame members secured to the base, each frame member having a first side portion pivotably secured to the first side of the base and a second side portion pivotably secured to the second side of the base, each of the plurality of frame members telescopically received with an adjacent one of the plurality of frame members in a series of frame members that graduate from a smallest of the plurality of frame members to a largest of the plurality of frame members, the plurality of frame members being sequentially deployable to a first, expanded state by pulling on the largest of the plurality of frame members and sequentially folded to a second, collapsed state by pushing on the largest of the plurality of frame members., 'a base configured to rest on a work surface, the base defining a first side, a second side opposite the first side, a top, and a bottom, the base including2. The privacy accessory of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of frame members consists of from three and twenty frame members.3. The privacy accessory of claim 1 , wherein the retention portion includes a downwardly projecting stop defining the ...

COVERING FOR AN ARCHITECTURAL OPENING

A covering for an architectural opening comprising: a rail; a covering material, attached to said rail; at least two cords for guiding, supporting and/or lifting the covering material, the cords extending through the rail; and at least one weight disposed within the rail; characterised in that the rail comprises a longitudinally extending front portion, a longitudinally extending rear portion and a longitudinally extending central portion disposed between the front portion and the rear portion, and wherein said at least one weight is positioned at a location remote from the central portion. 1. A covering for an architectural opening comprising:a rail;a covering material attached to said rail;at least two cords for guiding, supporting, and/or lifting the covering material, the cords extending through the rail; andat least one weight disposed within the rail;wherein the rail comprises a longitudinally extending front portion, a longitudinally extending rear portion, and a longitudinally extending central portion disposed between the front portion and the rear portion, and wherein said at least one weight is positioned at a location remote from the central portion.2. A covering as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the rail comprises a plurality of chambers and the cords are located in a first chamber and the weight is located in a second chamber.3. A covering as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cords extend in a first chamber which is at least partly bounded by the central portion of the rail.4. A covering as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the weight is located in a second chamber which is at least partially bounded by one of said front portion and said rear portion.5. A covering as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the first and second chamber are constructed in a manner which acts to prevent the weight from entering the first chamber.6. A covering as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the second chamber is open towards the first chamber claim 2 , such that cords in the first chamber ...

Sound Insulating Curtain

A sound-insulating curtain includes a sound-absorbing core formed by laminating porous sheets and films, is covered by covers, and sewn in an integrated manner. Even after being integrally laminated, adjacently laminated layers are not excessively restrained in places other than sewn areas, and therefore displacement and deformation between layers caused by sound pressure can be tolerated. Sound absorption effects are appropriately produced by each layer, which tolerates such displacement and deformation, while reliably maintaining integrity during handling. Thus, the entire curtain maintains the ability to absorb sounds, efficiently attenuates noise that attempts to pass through the curtain, and suppresses the transmission of noise, thereby enabling noise to be reliably prevented from passing through the curtain. 1. A sound-insulating curtain , which is to be provided as a partition so as to be capable of spreading between two areas , said sound-insulating curtain comprising:a sound-absorbing core, which is formed by conducting a plurality of steps of placing a porous sheet member having at least flexibility, compressive deformability and restorability against deformation, on a smooth film formed of synthetic resin; andcover members, which are formed of a sound-transmitting flexible material and are almost sheet-shaped,wherein:a combined body in which said sound-absorbing core and said cover members are placed so that the sound-absorbing core is held between the cover members on opposite sides of the combined body, is continuously sewn in a vertical direction in a hanged state, and a plurality of rows of sewn section by sewing is provided at predetermined intervals in a horizontal direction, so as to form a combined body into a whole.2. The sound-insulating curtain claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said porous sheet member comprises a non-woven fabric having a small contact area with said film. This patent application is a continuation of International ...

MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR A VERTICAL CELLULAR DRAPE AND A RELATED COVERING ASSEMBLY

In one aspect, a mounting system for mounting a vertical cellular drape relative to an architectural structure includes a rail and a plurality of carrier assemblies configured to support the cellular drape relative to the rail. The carrier assemblies are movable along the length of the rail to support the cellular drape as it is moved between an extended position and a retracted position to at least partially cover or expose the adjacent architectural structure, as desired. Additionally, in one embodiment, the various components and/or features of the mounting system may provide unique and/or desired advantages when supporting the vertical cellular drape relative to the architectural structure. 1. A covering assembly for an architectural structure , said covering assembly comprising:a vertical cellular drape extending in a vertical direction between a top end and a bottom end and in a lateral direction between a first lateral end and a second lateral end, said cellular drape being movable in the lateral direction between an extended position and a retracted position, said cellular drape including a front drape panel defining a front face of said cellular drape and a rear drape panel defining a rear face of said cellular drape opposite said front face, said front and rear faces being spaced apart from each other in a cross-wise direction, said front and rear drape panels defining interleaved pleats between said front and rear faces of said cellular drape; and a rail extending in the lateral direction between a first end and a second end, said rail defining a mounting slot extending laterally between said first and second ends of said rail; and', 'a plurality of carrier assemblies configured to be coupled between said rail and said cellular drape, each carrier assembly of said plurality of carrier assemblies including a respective carrier slidably mounted within said mounting slot of said rail, said carriers of said plurality of carrier assemblies configured to be ...

Liquid crystal optical modulation device and liquid crystal optical modulation method

There is provided a liquid crystal optical modulation device that performs light control drive of a liquid crystal panel, the device including an optical modulation control section that switches and sets a frequency of a drive voltage in the form of a rectangular wave applied to the liquid crystal panel in accordance with a range of the drive voltage.