Tent – canopy – umbrella – or cane – Portable shelter – Framework
Reexamination Certificate
2004-06-18
2008-09-30
Dunn, David R (Department: 3636)
Tent, canopy, umbrella, or cane
Portable shelter
Framework
C135S131000, C135S120300
Reexamination Certificate
active
07428908
ABSTRACT:
A collapsible canopy frame is provided that includes a first truss bar having a surface that defines an opening; a second truss bar having a surface that defines an opening that is aligned with the first truss bar opening; and a connector assembly that pivotally connects the first truss bar to the second truss bar. The connector assembly includes a locking plate at a second end of the connector assembly having a base that defines first and second surfaces with an opening extending therebetween, wherein the first base surface abuts the second truss bar; and a fastener having a main body that extends through each of the first and second truss bar openings and the locking plate base opening. The fastener also includes spaced apart first and second arms each having a shoulder that laterally extends from the main body to abut the second base surface of the locking plate to pivotally connect the first truss bar to the second truss bar.
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Caravan Canopy International Inc.
Dunn David R
Jackson Danielle N
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