Umbrella mechanism and methods of use
OwnerSean K. Tayebiinventor
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Abstract
Apparatus and methods for an umbrella mechanism with an outer and inner shaft, a plurality of ribs connected with the outer shaft and a canopy supported by the plurality of ribs are provided. The plurality of ribs are configured into a substantially “V” shape when the umbrella mechanism is in a closed position, such that upon opening the umbrella into an open position, the plurality of ribs opens vertically before expanding horizontally, thus avoiding inadvertent contact of the umbrella with a user during the opening operation. The umbrella mechanism may be handheld or mounted to a structure such as a backpack, chair, table, patio or house, and may be operated by an enclosed motor. The motor may be powered by a battery, solar panel embedded into the canopy or an outside power source.
Claims30
An umbrella mechanism, comprising:
- a outer shaft which slidably attaches with an inner shaft;
- a plurality of ribs foldably attached with the outer shaft, wherein the plurality of ribs is configured into a substantially “V” shape when the umbrella mechanism is in a closed configuration;
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- a foldable canopy supported by the plurality of ribs;
- wherein the outer shaft is configured to slide upwardly along the inner shaft and unfold the plurality of ribs radially outward from the outer shaft to open the canopy and place the umbrella mechanism is an opened configuration.
A method of making an umbrella mechanism, comprising:
- slidably fitting an outer shaft over an inner shaft;
- connecting a plurality of foldable ribs with the outer shaft, wherein the plurality of ribs is configured into a substantially “V” shape when the umbrella mechanism is in a closed configuration;
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- attaching a foldable canopy with the plurality of foldable ribs;
- wherein the outer shaft is configured to slide upwardly along the inner shaft and unfold the plurality of ribs radially outward from the outer shaft to open the canopy and place the umbrella mechanism is an opened configuration.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.