US Patent No: 5,421,354
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Frameless umbrella and canopy
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Jun 6, 1995
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Jun 28, 1993
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08/082,746
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Importance
Abstract
A self-supporting umbrella canopy has a high strength-to-weight ratio and the ability to compactly fold flat. The umbrella canopy uses a series of collapsible, closed cross-section cells to provide its support and to provide weather protection for a person or persons below. The closed cross-section cells are attached to each other in series so that the umbrella canopy may conveniently unfurl in a radial manner. Construction of the umbrella canopy lends itself to automated processes. Due to the self-supporting nature of the collapsible, closed cross-section cells, lightweight and inexpensive waterproof materials may be used to construct the umbrella canopy.
First Claim
Family
International Classification(s)
Cited Art Landscape
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