Tent – canopy – umbrella – or cane – Umbrella – Nonsymmetrical – axially offset – or inclined canopy
Reexamination Certificate
2011-04-19
2011-04-19
Yip, Winnie (Department: 3636)
Tent, canopy, umbrella, or cane
Umbrella
Nonsymmetrical, axially offset, or inclined canopy
C135S016000, C135S020300, C248S515000, C248S538000, C108S050120
Reexamination Certificate
active
07926497
ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and methods are provided for holding and tilting an umbrella. The apparatus comprises at least one spring connected to an umbrella pole so that the spring(s) is extended or retracted when the pole angle of the umbrella is adjusted. The apparatus also comprises a pivot between an umbrella holder and a bracket that allows angular motion of the umbrella pole. The apparatus also comprises a rotary bearing capable of rotating around an axis of the umbrella pole. The spring(s) and the pivot can be connected to the rotary bearing. The present apparatus can also include a shade umbrella. Methods for tilting an umbrella are also provided.
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Bauer Richard
Tegel Robert G.
Young David
McAndrews Held & Malloy Ltd.
Resort Umbrella Solutions, LLC
Yip Winnie
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