Tent – canopy – umbrella – or cane – Umbrella – Self-opening and closing
Patent
1977-03-31
1978-07-04
Schroeder, Werner H.
Tent, canopy, umbrella, or cane
Umbrella
Self-opening and closing
135 5R, 135 71R, A45F 116, E04F 1004
Patent
active
040982815
ABSTRACT:
A collapsible shelter includes a central hub, a multiplicity of ribs, pivotably secured and extending radially outwardly from the hub, and a covering material secured to each of the ribs and interconnecting adjacent ones thereof. The ribs of the shelter are movable between an open position in which they are spread apart in a fan-shaped pattern and a closed, collapsed position in which the ribs are disposed closely adjacent one another. The shelter also includes locking means for releasably securing the ribs in an open position. The shelter is especially suitable for use on the beach, swimming pool decks, terraces, and the like.
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Berman Conrad L.
Collard Allison C.
Schroeder Werner H.
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