Transfigurable self-erecting structure

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2006-09-26

2006-09-26

Wilkens, Janet M. (Department: 3637)

Tent, canopy, umbrella, or cane

Portable shelter

Framework

Reexamination Certificate

active

07111634

ABSTRACT:
A self-erecting structure includes a series of fabric panels each tautly spread by a length of steel wire or other resiliently flexible, filiform material. The steel wire may form a closed loop, an open loop or a mere arc. The wire is selectively inserted into at least two of several pockets or fabric straps positioned around the periphery of the panel. The selection of the wire-holding pockets or straps defines the shape of the spread-out panel. Parts of the fabric which are not encompassed by a wire are held folded over it and against the spread-out portion. The shape of the structure can be quickly modified by repositioning of the wires.

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