Abstract: A tilt-control assembly for use with an operating mechanism of an architectural-structure covering is disclosed. The tilt-control assembly includes a limiter having an external screw thread and a ball operatively associated with the screw threads so that rotation of the limiter moves the ball relative to the limiter. The screw threads may include variable pitch threads. For example, the screw thread may include a middle thread pitch in a middle portion of the screw thread and an end thread pitch adjacent to the ends of the screw thread, the middle thread pitch being smaller than the end thread pitch. In addition, the limiter and/or screw threads may include a variable diameter. The ball may be positioned within a groove including a contoured surface that substantially corresponds to the variable diameter. The ends of the screw thread may include substantially spherically shaped end portions for receiving the ball therein.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a nesting grille may include an alpha link having a top alpha link grommet, a beta link, and a plurality of cross members. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of cross members are coupled to at least one of the alpha link and the beta link. In one embodiment, the top alpha link grommet is configured to receive one of the plurality of cross members. In one embodiment, the grille is configured to be moveable between an extended state and a retracted state, the grille coiled about itself with the alpha link disposed inside of the beta link when the grille is in the retracted state.

Abstract: A flexible sunscreen is provided intended for use in a sunshade assembly of the type comprising a flexible sunscreen having a central part and two opposed inwardly folded longitudinal edge flaps connected to the central part by means of folding lines, and two opposed longitudinal guides for receiving therein and guiding corresponding ones of the inwardly folded longitudinal edge flaps of the flexible sunscreen, which guides are provided with locking members for engaging an outer end of the inwardly folded longitudinal edge flaps for preventing these edge flaps from moving out of the longitudinal guides. The central part of the flexible sunscreen mainly is manufactured from a first material with a first stiffness wherein of the inwardly folded longitudinal edge flaps and of the parts of the central part adjacent the edge flaps at least part is made of a second material with a second higher stiffness.

Abstract: An access flap for a luggage compartment of a vehicle includes a basic body configured to close an access opening to the luggage compartment of the vehicle in a closure position and to open up the access opening in an opening up position, and a bearing device configured to mount the basic body for a reversible movement between the closure position and the opening up position. The basic body has a fastening portion for the fastening of a covering device for covering the luggage compartment in the interior of the vehicle.

Abstract: A guide is presented intended for use in a sunshade assembly of the type comprising a flexible sunscreen having opposed longitudinal edges and two opposed longitudinal guides each comprising at least two spaced guide legs for defining there between a guide channel for receiving therein and guiding corresponding ones of the opposed longitudinal edges of the sunscreen. The guides and longitudinal edges are provided with cooperating guide locking members and edge locking members for preventing the longitudinal edges of the sunscreen from moving out of the guide channels. The guide locking members are defined on separate parts engaging the guides.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling a curtain of a vehicle includes a back seat monitor configured to provide an image of an occupant and a vehicle-mounted curtain configured to block out external light. An illumination sensor is configured to detect illumination of the external light. An occupant detecting sensor is configured to detect a boarding status of the occupant. A curtain actuator is configured to automatically control an operation of the vehicle-mounted curtain according to the boarding status of the occupant and a reference illumination value in an automatic mode and according to an operational status of the back seat monitor and the reference illumination value during a manual mode.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for a roller window shade includes a mounting bracket, a motor coupled with a shade tube of the shade, and a wire. The mounting bracket includes a body having a first surface and a second surface and a protrusion fixedly coupled with the body and extending perpendicularly from the second surface. The first surface bears against a flat surface. A passage extends between the first surface and the second surface. The motor defines a recess that receives the protrusion. The wire extends through the passage and couples with the motor. The mounting bracket and the motor obscure the wire from view. The passage extends at least one of proximate and through the protrusion such that the wire extends into the recess when the wire is coupled with the motor and when the recess receives the protrusion.

Abstract: An insulated glass assembly has internal blinds that are magnetically operated, balanced and can be locked in in place and a front and rear pane of glass having an internal blind assembly therebetween. The internal blind assembly includes first and second pull cords mounted to an upper end of an internal magnetic operator disposed within a side rail which directs the pull cords upward to a fixed connector. The internal magnetic operator is connected to a chain of weights which provide a counterweight for the internal blinds. The internal magnetic operator further has a first plurality of magnets which are disposed in a magnet receiving cavity extending through the internal magnetic operator. A back plate is disposed against the plurality of magnets in the internal magnetic operator.

Abstract: An automobile sun-shading device, comprising a mounting seat, a piece of sun-shading cloth, and a bracket for driving the sun-shading cloth to unfold, wherein the bracket comprises a first bracket and a second bracket movably connected to the first bracket, one end of the first bracket is mounted on the mounting seat, the other end of the first bracket is movably connected to one end of the second bracket, the other end of the second bracket is connected to one end of the sun-shading cloth, the other end of the sun-shading cloth is wound on a rotary shaft, and the first bracket and the second bracket each comprise a foldable connecting rod capable of being automatically unfolded. The sun-shading device is exquisite in structure and better in sun-shading effect.

Abstract: The disclosed interlocking panel systems are portable, self-supporting, and modular. They may function as guards around the sides, rear, and a surface of a workspace and can be disassembled by one person and transported to a sink for cleaning or another location for use or storage. They may also function as structural panels for constructing an enclosure, such as a building.

Abstract: The quick release device may comprise a shade tube, a gear wheel engaging with the shade tube, a pawl removably engaging with the gear wheel and a solenoid configured to activate the pawl. The activation of the pawl disengages the pawl from the pawl wheel and allows the shade tube to rotate. The quick release device may also include a shade tube, a rotating brake plate engaging with the shade tube, a spring configured to apply pressure to the rotating brake plate and a magnet configured to apply magnetism to the spring. In response to the magnet applying magnetism to the spring, the spring contracts and releases pressure on the rotating brake plate and allows the shade tube to rotate.

Abstract: A screen assembly includes a screen including a panel having a recess and a receiver positioned within the recess. The receiver includes a locking member having a cantilevered finger, and a cantilevered actuator. The screen assembly also includes connector having a body and a contact extending from the body. The contact is received in the receiver between the cantilevered finger and the cantilevered actuator. The contact has an opening through which the locking member extends. The cantilevered actuator is movable toward the locking member to move the locking member out of the opening.

Abstract: An elongate shell for forming a slat for a rolling door includes a planar portion having parallel first and second longitudinal edges and formed along the first longitudinal edge with a first arcuate segment and formed along an opposing second longitudinal edge with second arcuate segment, the first and second arcuate segments being positioned on the same side of said planar portion and configured and dimensioned to enable the second arcuate segment of a first shell to be received with clearance within a first arcuate segment of second shell identical to the first shell to form an articulated joint hingedly connecting the elongate shells so they can be pivoted relative to each other. Two identical shells can be oriented to be assembled to form a double-walled slat with longitudinal hooks or claws for assembling a plurality of slats, with or without insulation, into a curtain assembly for a rolling door.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method and a device for adjusting indoor illumination intensity. In the method, a target illumination intensity value is acquired when a target electric appliance is running and the target electric appliance is susceptible to illumination intensity in a room. In the method, a first indoor illumination intensity value in the room is collected, and an indoor illumination intensity adjustment device is controlled according to the first indoor illumination intensity value and the target illumination intensity value. The indoor illumination intensity adjustment device is controlled to change the first indoor illumination intensity value to achieve a second indoor illumination intensity value where the second indoor illumination intensity value conforms to the target illumination intensity value.

Abstract: Quick-release control systems for architectural opening coverings and associated control systems and methods for rapidly deploying the coverings to extended positions. In one embodiment coupling assemblies are provided for controllably coupling and decoupling portions of lifting mechanisms in a variety of covering systems, including roller and cellular shade systems. In yet other embodiments, control systems for controlling a plurality of coverings are provided, which may be configured to remotely and simultaneously deploying each of the plurality of coverings to an extended position in response to a trigger signal.

Abstract: A roller shutter which is convenient to mount, comprising a roller shutter body (1) with a rolling pipe (2), wherein a positioning sleeve (41) embedded in the rolling pipe (2) and a retractable fixing assembly (4) located in the positioning sleeve are arranged on at least one end of the roller shutter body (1); the positioning sleeve (41) is fixedly connected to the rolling pipe (2); the positioning sleeve (41) and the retractable fixing assembly (4) can rotate in a relative manner; and the retractable fixing assembly (4) comprises a self-locking retractable mechanism and a retaining plug assembly for bearing against a wall surface to increase a friction force. The roller shutter is convenient to mount and dismount, and the distance between fixed points at two sides of the roller shutter can be adjusted according to the width of a window.

Abstract: A hembar may define a front portion and a rear portion configured to slidably engage each other. The front portion and the rear portion, when slidably engaged, may define a slot configured to receive a piece of fabric. The front portion and the rear portion may be configured to clamp the piece of fabric within the slot. The front portion and the rear portion may be configured such that a width of the slot is adjustable. The front portion may define a first attachment surface and the rear portion may define a second attachment surface. The first attachment surface may define a rib. The second attachment surface may define a groove configured to receive the rib when the front portion is slidably engaged with the rear portion such that the piece of fabric is clamped within the slot.

Abstract: An electric curtain track structure includes a guiding track assembly, a first actuator, a transmission assembly and a decorative assembly. The guiding track assembly includes a guiding track main body having first and second bending sections opposite from each other. The first actuator is installed on the first bending section. The transmission assembly includes a transmission cable and first hooks. The transmission cable is inserted into the guiding track main body and driven by the first actuator to move along the guiding track main body. The decorative assembly includes a decorative panel and heads. The decorative panel is attached onto an outer side of the guiding track main body, and two ends of the decorative panel protruded out of the guiding track man body for the decorative heads to correspondingly install on an outer side of the first and second bending sections. Consequently, the overall appearance thereof is improved.

Abstract: A pivotable handle for an architectural covering is provided. The handle (400) includes first and second members (408,410) pivotably connected together at a hinge assembly (460). The first member (408) may be operable to connect the handle (400) to a movable rail (512). The second member (410) pivots between stored and use positions. In a stored position, the second member (410) may extend adjacent the first member (408). In a use position, the second member (410) may be pivoted away from the first member (408) to extend the movable rail (512) across an architectural structure. The handle includes a biasing member (470) operable to bias the second member (410) towards the first member (408).

Abstract: An insulative glazing panel includes a frame provided between first and second glazing panes and at least one blind assembly. The frame includes first and second generally parallel sides and third and fourth generally parallel sides generally perpendicular to and spacing apart the first and second sides. The at least one blind assembly is pivotably mounted between the first and second sides and has a pivot axis parallel with the third and fourth sides, a flexible, reflective base sheet having first and second ends each with a spacing block and a flexible, reflective top sheet spaced from the base sheet by the spacing blocks to which first and second ends of the top sheet are attached.