Abstract: A canopy structure arrangement particularly for conducting repairs on a vehicle has a support frame re-configurable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration; and an expansion support such as a tether to support the frame as it is manually expanded from the collapsed configuration to the expanded configuration. A ground anchor arrangement provides securing of the canopy structure. The arrangement permits ease of erection of the canopy structure.

Abstract: An easy to use, simple, lightweight, compact, portable, quiet, quick setup, hunting ground blind. The hunting ground blind includes novel methods of tightening the skin on a cover to reduce movement and noise. Methods include using the full human body, from hands to feet, and its strongest muscle groups to rapidly set up the hunting ground blind with tighter skin. Methods for setting up a fast setup frame with the human body in a seated row position. Improved fast setup frames are comprised of novel simpler components such as plates with single anchor connections. The components are easier to make, less costly using less material, yet yielding stronger, more durable frames.

Abstract: A tent including a structural member and an end cap insertable into the structural member and a method of forming a tent are provided. The structural member is preferably a rafter. The rafter has C-channels aligned with support troughs of the end cap. The C-channels and support troughs receive edge portions of a fabric panel therein to secure the fabric panel to the rafter. The end cap supports the weight of the fabric panel during assembly to reduce or avoid engagement of the fabric panel with corners of the C-channel or burs formed in the end of the C-channel of the rafter as the fabric panel is fed through the C-channel. The end cap may also include an optional tension push down bar assembly for providing additional tensioning of the fabric panel.

Abstract: A lightweight, deployable, portable shelter is described. The portable shelter may be a tent. The tent can be used indoors as well as outdoors. The structure of the portable shelter is determined by compression elements and tensile members such that the compression elements do not touch. The forces acting on each component of the structure are axially-loaded, thereby taking advantage of the characteristics of the compression elements and tensile members to provide a tent with improved strength.

Abstract: A tent frame comprising support frames having side support and roof support members. Spans of the support frames are adjustable perpendicular to a ridge line of the tent frame without substituting structural members of different length. The tent frame is laterally adjusted by adding or removing support frames or by altering the distance between individual support frames. The tent frame is adaptable on uneven terrain and is capable of following irregular ground contour without delay in erection or changes in length and details in the structural members. A canopy can be provided overtop of the tent frame, or on the inside of the tent frame so that adjustments to the span do not require adjustment to the canopy size. The canopy is removably attached to the frame to cover the whole area or only partially cover the area under the tent, or can be removed fully.

Abstract: A support assembly (10) for a roof element of a shelter of the type with central pole, the roof element including a frame (44) and canvas (40) intended to be tensioned between the frame and the support assembly, the support assembly including: a central pole (18), a rim (20) fixed to said central pole (18) to receive a central part of the canvas (40), a flange (22) fixed in an upper part of the central pole (18), said flange comprising a set of radial pulleys (26), and a tensioning ring (24) mounted slidingly and able to be locked onto said central pole (18). A shelter including the support assembly and a method to mount this shelter are disclosed.

Abstract: A collapsible device including at least one retraction device, at least one collapsible compression frame having compression members, at least one tension member having at least one end connected to the at least one retraction device and running through a channel in each of the compression members and a flexible barrier attached to the at least one compression frame. The barrier having at least one channel through which the at least one compression frame passes.

Abstract: A tent frame is disclosed including at least three support legs. The at least three support legs may have a connected end and a free end and may include a collapsible truss with at least two compression members, a hinge situated between the compression members, and a tension member extending from a first point near the free end to a second point near the connected end. The at least three support legs may be joined at their respective connected ends. A tent is also disclosed including a collapsible frame and a shell adapted to cover the frame, the shell having at least one window opening and at least one window curtain covering the at least one window opening, the at least one window curtain being adapted to slidably open and close. A method of setting up a tent is also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a canopy device, in particular an umbrella or parasol, comprising: a rod; a canopy of flexible material connected to the rod close to an end thereof; operating means displaceable along the rod for closing or opening the canopy; and means for tensioning the canopy, which canopy tensioning means comprise a set of first tensioning members and a set of second tensioning members, wherein the first tensioning members are each pivotally connected with one first outer end to the rod and extend therefrom along the canopy to a position close to the periphery thereof, and wherein the second tensioning members are each pivotally connected with a first outer end to the operating means and are connected with a second outer end to a corresponding first tensioning member, wherein the connection between the first and second tensioning members is arranged closer to the periphery of the canopy than to the rod, and is preferably situated substantially close to the periphery of the canopy.

Abstract: An apparatus and method is disclosed for providing a collapsible support structure strut, which may include a strut member; a hollow tubular terminal end portion of the strut member having an inner surface; and a detachable looped eyelet having at least one loop and a pair of extending legs, the legs being springedly biased to engage the tubular terminal end of the strut, thereby frictionally holding the looped eyelet in place at the terminal end of the strut. The apparatus and method may also employ a holding plug, with first and second holding groove opposingly placed in the periphery of the holding plug, having at least a portion thereof that is shaped and sized to frictionally engage the inner surface of the tubular terminal end of the strut, to frictionally hold the holding plug in engagement with the strut. The detachable looped eyelet may also have at least two loop.

Abstract: An easy to use, universal, simple, lightweight, compact, portable, dynamically configurable and modular system of concealment and shelter. An operator configures a number of concealment blinds or shelters using brackets, supports, segmented and folding shafts, covers, curtains, and skirts, and more complex modules. Advanced modules include user adjustable domes and angular structures. Angular frames with corresponding angular covers provide improved headroom. The system can be configured for placement on a hillside or over rough terrain and obstacles, or for different types use. The system provides covers with novel windows, movable panels, and configuration attachments. The operator changes the configuration of the structure to quickly provide cover, to increase cover, and to adapt to terrain or changing weather. The system includes novel methods of tightening the skin on a cover to reduce movement and noise, while improving safety.

Abstract: A tent frame comprising support frames having side support and roof support members. Spans of the support frames are adjustable perpendicular to a ridge line of the tent frame without substituting structural members of different length. The tent frame is laterally adjusted by adding or removing support frames or by altering the distance between individual support frames. The tent frame is adaptable on uneven terrain and is capable of following irregular ground contour without delay in erection or changes in length and details in the structural members. A canopy can be provided overtop of the tent frame, or on the inside of the tent frame so that adjustments to the span do not require adjustment to the canopy size. The canopy is removably attached to the frame to cover the whole area or only partially cover the area under the tent, or can be removed fully.

Abstract: An auxiliary modeling structure for playhouse comprises a frame body of playhouse, at least one auxiliary modeling unit, and at least one connecting module. The frame body has a bottom surface of a predetermined area and a cover enclosing the bottom surface. Each auxiliary modeling unit has an external surface which defines an attachable surface of a predetermined area. Each connecting module further includes a first connecting part and a second connecting part. The second connecting part is connectable with the first connecting part in a detachable manner; wherein one of the first and second connecting parts is furnished on the frame body, while the other one is furnished on the auxiliary modeling unit. By using the second connecting part to connect the first connecting part, the auxiliary modeling unit can be connected to the predetermined location of the frame body so as to make the playhouse shaped like a three-dimensional animal, fruit, daily utensil, transportation, or etc.

Abstract: Collapsible structures are provided that have one or more support frames, each having a foldable frame member that has a folded and an unfolded orientation, with the frame member defining a periphery for the support frame. Where more than one support frame is provided, the support frames can be hingedly coupled to each other. The frame member(s) can be used, for example, to support panel pieces, objects and coverings, among others. In some embodiments, one or more objects can be coupled to and supported by the support frame(s). In other embodiments, a covering may be placed over the support frame(s).

Abstract: A shade structure includes a vertical column and a roof having a cover, a framework supporting the cover, and a mount attached for rotational adjustment to a top of the column and supporting the roof on the column. The framework includes a triangularly-shaped main beam arrangement comprising a plurality of beams secured together to form a triangle that lies in a vertical plane and that defines a peak and opposing first corners, with the mount being located between the peak and one of the opposing corners. The framework further includes a pair of transverse beams and a bracing beam secured to the triangular main beam arrangement that define opposing second corners. By this arrangement, an adjustable shade structure is provided that is able to withstand over 40 mph wind loads.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device that in high wind conditions covers objects to deflect the wind around the object, holds down the object and protects the object from windblown debris. This invention provides in one embodiment, a wind protection device for securing over a structure to anchor points in the ground. The device includes a cover having a plurality of vents and non-vent portions, as well as a plurality of attachment portions disposed on the cover and being operably configured to be attachable to the anchor points. When the device is secured over the structure, the cover forms an angle relative to the structure defining a more aerodynamic profile for the device than the structure alone, and the non-vent portions of the cover block windblown debris from impacting the structure.

Abstract: A cantilever arrangement for a folding structure is provided. The folding structure is of the type including a plurality of strut members foldable between an open position in which the strut members define a non-zero angle with each other and a closed position in which the strut members define a substantially 0° angle with each other. The cantilever strut arrangement includes a first cantilever strut pivotably adapted to be attached at a first point on the folding structure and a first support member adapted to be attached at a second point on the folding structure and attached at a point on the first cantilever strut. When the folding structure is folded to the closed position, the first cantilever strut member defines a substantially 0° angle with the strut members.

Abstract: An easy to use, universal, simple, lightweight compact, portable, dynamically configurable and modular system of concealment and shelter. An operator configures a number of concealment blinds or shelters using brackets, support, segmented and telescoping shafts, covers, curtains, and skirts, and more complex modules. The brackets and supports are used to secure a configuration to a tree or the ground. Advanced modules included user adjustable domes and cylindrical arches. The system can be configured for placement on a hillside or over rough terrain and obstacles, or four different types use. The system provides covers with novel windows, movable panels, and configuration attachments. The operator changes the configuration of the structure to quickly provide cover, to increase cover, and to adapt to terrain or changing weather. The system includes novel methods of tightening the skin on a cover to reduce movement and noises.

Abstract: An adjustable tension type of sunshade awning comprising standing poles, standing pole bases, top poles and a tarpaulin, characterized in that each of four top poles is attached to the center joint at one end and to a standing pole at the other end so as to form the structural frame, a stretching device is provided at the end of the top pole at which the top pole is attached to the standing pole, the stretching device is provided with a latch hook, and a steel cable passing through the hemmed edge of the tarpaulin is tied on the latch hook. When a person finds the tarpaulin loses its tension, he can wrench the locking screw in the stretching device to make the sleeve pull tautly the steel cable outward in opposite direction in order to stretch the tarpaulin, and the tension of the tarpaulin can be kept by means of the self-locking action of the thread. The present utility model has the characteristics of simple structure, easy adjustment and good integration.

Abstract: A tent that includes a swivel portion is disclosed. The tent includes a canopy, a plurality of tent frame components and a swivel portion coupled to at least one of the tent frame components and the canopy. The swivel portion pivots between a relaxed position in which the canopy is in a relaxed state and a tensioned position in which the canopy is in a tensioned state.

Abstract: The present invention provides a tent frame comprised of support frames having a side support and roof support. The spans of the support frames can be adjusted perpendicular to the ridge line without substituting structural members of different length. The tent frame of the present invention can be adjusted in a lateral distance by adding or removing support frames or by altering the distance between individual support frames. The present invention is also advantageous in that the tent frame is adaptable on uneven terrain and is capable of following irregular ground contour, without delay in erection or changes in length and details in the structural members or components. A canopy can be provided on either the inside or overtop of the tent frame. Providing the canopy on the inside of the tent frame is advantageous because adjustments to the span of a support frame of the tent frame does not require a subsequent adjustment to the canopy size.

Abstract: A variable support structure with modular construction includes at least one support structure module, which is bounded by joints (114, 115, 126, 121) of a first joint set that lie in a first surface, and by joints (101, 102, 113, 108) of a second joint set that lie in a second surface, and with at least one joint (109) of a third joint set that lies outside of the first surface. At least some of the joints of the first and second joint sets have a fixable position relative to one another, especially being connectable with one another, by a guide mechanism. The at least one joint (109) of the third joint set is connected with at least two joints (114, 115, 113, 121) of the first and/or second joint set by a connecting element (39, 41, 43, 45) that transmits essentially only tension forces.

Abstract: A novel airplane shelter provides a plurality of arched vertical support members arranged axially along a line corresponding to the fuselage of an airplane to be sheltered. A cantilever beam is attached to the apex of each arched vertical support member, forming a “spine” along the top of the aligned arched support members. The cantilever beam is attached at one end to the rearwardmost arched support member, and the opposite end extends forwardly past the forwardmost arched support member to a point corresponding to the forwardmost point of an airplane to be sheltered. Separate lateral support members are placed at points corresponding to the wingtips of the airplane. The result is an open frame that defines a volume capable of enclosing an airplane. A covering material is placed over the open frame and stretched taut or otherwise secured over the entire structure.

Abstract: A shelter structure having a pair of end frames and a canopy frame interconnecting the end frames. There are also provided a plurality of adjustable bracing members interconnecting frame members of the canopy frame. The adjustable bracing members may be tensioned during installation of the shelter structure to stabilize the canopy frame against lateral or transverse forces.

Abstract: A quickly erectable structure includes expandable/collapsible top and bottom assemblies that are interconnected to facilitate forming an enclosure and to facilitate taking down the enclosure. Specifically, the bottom assembly includes a plurality of interconnected X-shaped subframes that combine to form a telescoping scissor frame. The top assembly includes a plurality of inverted foldable Y-shaped subframes attached together and to a top of the telescoping scissor frame in a manner that combines the two to form a stable umbrella-like overcenter top frame attached atop the telescoping scissor frame. A drawstring mechanism is attached to a peak of the structure to hold the top frame in an expanded position. Flexible covers are attached to the two frames, and a drawstring arrangement on the top cover allows flaps to be lifted to form 360 degrees of windows.

Abstract: A tent includes a shell, a frame including at least one flexible, resilient pole for extending over an exterior of the shell in an arch shape and for holding the shell up in an erect configuration in which the shell encloses a living space. The pole includes a plurality of sections, each section bounded by first and second points on the pole. A truss system includes a plurality of chords for tending to hold the pole in the arch shape. Each chord includes at least one tension-taking web extending along the exterior of the shell generally along a line from the first point to the second point of one of the pole sections to inhibit movement of the first and second points away from one another whereby the chords tend to hold the pole in the arch shape and stabilize the tent.

Abstract: A rigid metal frame supports a fabric cover to provide a fabric-covered canopy. The frame has a series of the elongate rafters with free ends. Cables in the hem on the margin of the cover are used to apply tension to the cover to pull it taut and secure it to the frame. A tensioning apparatus on at least some of the free ends of the rafters hooks onto the cables and pulls them taut. A sleeve slidably mounted on the free end of the rafter carries the hook. A threaded rod accessible from the free end of the rafter is operatively connected to the sleeve so that rotation of the rod in a first direction applies tension to the cables and rotation in the opposite direction releases the tension. This enables the cover to be applied and removed easily. Vandal-resistant features prevent ready access to rotating the rod.

Abstract: Apparatus is disclosed herein for adjusting the length of a frame to fit a canopy tied onto and stretched over the frame. Each end of the frame includes a mounting bracket which is slid into an open end of a side tube with a friction fit. A sleeve is secured over the side tube with a flange engaging the outer end of the bracket. An adjusting nut and bolt engages both the flange and the bracket such that rotation of the nut against the flange causes the bracket to be moved axially within and of the side tube thereby lengthening the overall length of the frame relative to the canopy.

Abstract: A segmented, articulated pole member structure is constructed of a plurality of pivotally interconnected, pole segments. The pole segments are arranged in an alternating or offsetting fashion such that in their disassembled state they may be folded into a compact bundle for storage. In the assembled state, adjacent pole segments are retained under tension in fixed angular position relative to each other by a pivoting connection and an engagement loop or similar structure. Applications for the pole member structure include the construction of flexible structures such as tents and shelters, and support frames for mounting, supporting, or suspending articles in a desired shape.

Abstract: A portable shelter is disclosed. The portable shelter includes a canopy and a frame supporting the canopy. The frame of the portable shelter includes a plurality of support poles and a plurality of cross poles. Each cross pole of the portable shelter is pivotally coupled between adjacent support poles for rotation about an axis parallel to the support poles. Each support pole moves between an extended position in which the support pole extends perpendicular to the cross poles and a collapsed position in which the support pole extends along the cross poles.

Abstract: A method and system for presenting merchandise on a paved surface which employs permanently installed anchors each having a vertical sleeve. Poles of common height are inserted within the sleeves of the anchors in a manner defining a three dimensional merchandising region. The tops of the poles are interconnected by tensioned cable assemblies from which informational signage is suspended and retained by lower disposed retainer tensioned cables. Merchandising bays are established between mutually adjacent poles and entrance and exit regions are established in conjunction with a shopper aisle. A canopy is supported by poles and anchors over a cash/wrap station at the exit region.

Abstract: A portable shelter including a light-weight frame that is collapsible and supports a strong, light-weight covering or skin that is removably secured to the frame is disclosed. The frame may include a base which supports a plurality of articulated arms that are movable between an extended and a non-extended position by the provision of a tension wire. A main roof having an opening therethrough is positioned over the articulated arms and tension wire in the assembled position. The opening is sized to receive an umbrella unit therethrough. The umbrella unit is preferably movable between an open and closed position. When in the open position the umbrella unit forms part of a continuous roof of the shelter, and in the closed, or partially closed position, the umbrella unit extends upwardly such that the interior of the tent is fluidly connected to the outer atmosphere through the opening in the main roof.

Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a method of erecting a tent comprising two or more beam assemblies is provided. Each of the beam assemblies comprises a roof portion and a pair of legs for supporting the roof portion. A number of base members are secured to the ground at predetermined locations. The roof portions are pivotally connected to the base members and rotated upwardly from the ground while maintaining the connection to the base members. A first side of each of the roof portions is disconnected from an associated one of the base members and raised above the base member. A first leg is connected to the first side. The first leg is then connected to the base member. A second side of each of the roof portions is disconnected from an associated one of the base members and raised above the base member. The second leg is connected to the second side. The second leg is then connected to the base member.

Abstract: A tower type sunshade is disclosed, in which a conical roof tent can be formed in a simple manner without using any minor beams. The tower type sunshade according to the present invention includes four posts 1 and four lateral rods 2 respectively connected through four f-shaped connectors 3 to the four posts. Four major beams 4 are connected to the upper tips of the f shaped connectors 3 and to an X shaped connector 3a in the diagonal directions to form an X shaped contour. A tubular supporting rod 5 of a certain length is connected vertically to the upper tip of the X shaped connector 3a, and a roof tent cloth 6 having a peak part 6a is installed thereon, the peak part 6a being fitted to the upper tip of the tubular supporting rod 5. A securing rod 7 having a flange 7a is installed, the lower tip of the securing rod 7 being fitted into the upper tip portion of the tubular supporting rod 5.

Abstract: A foldable frame for play pen and cot includes a pair of parallel top frame units each having an affixing end and a locking end, a pair of first top joints each having a transverse tubular sleeve, a pair of second top joints each having a transverse locking slot. A rotatable locker is affixed to each of the locking ends of the top frame units and arranged in such a manner that each top frame unit is slidably penetrated through the locking slot of the second top joint until the affixing end of the top frame unit is fittedly inserted into the tubular sleeve of the first top joint and the rotatable locker is adjustably locked up with the second top joint, so as to detachably mount the top frame unit between the first and second top joints.

Abstract: A tent comprises a shell and a frame comprising a plurality of poles extending over the shell holding the shell up in an erect configuration in which the shell encloses a living space. Tension-taking trussing extends between the poles on the exterior of the shell to stabilize the tent.

Abstract: A reinforcement structure for sun tent extension canopy is formed with a pair of extension frames extending from the top ends of the awning poles of the tent. Each extension frame is composed of an extension pole, a supporting pole, a reinforcing pole and clamps, wherein the extension pole has one end connected to the top end of the awning pole while the other end is connected to the supporting pole which has its other end connected to the awning pole. The extension pole comprises a pair of clamps and a receptacle which is to receive one end of the reinforcing pole which has its other end connected to another receptacle on a side pole in order to support the tent when a canopy is covered thereon.

Abstract: A portable shelter includes a frame having front and back arches joined by two skids at their bottom ends and a set of braces extending between the arches. A cover over the frame has a water impervious top panel and end and back panels that are an air pervious mesh. The shelter is particularly useful in sporting installations, for example golf driving ranges.

Abstract: A self-erecting, collapsible fabric shelter structure whose armature comprises two or more panels, each formed by a resiliently flexible filiform loop, and a pair of resiliently bendable arcuate rods tensioned between each two adjacent panels. A piece of cloth is spread between the loop of each end panel to form the end walls, and another over the rods to form the roof of the structure. Each panel can be folded into three small rings by a 360 degree twist of its loop, causing the associated rods to conveniently coil around the rings to form a compact package.

Abstract: A multiple peak tent (1) structure which is mechanically simple and easy to assemble. The tent structure of this invention can span relatively large areas without inhibiting mobility under the tent through the use of ground extending support poles. The canopy (3) of the multiple peak tent (1) structure is supported by multiple masts (8) resting on a cable network (11). The cable network (11) is attached to the upper corners of the frame structure resulting in a tent having no supporting poles that extend to the ground in the covered area. The multiple peak tent (1) structure may be expanded modularly to span larger areas.

Abstract: A sun shade, for use by an individual in blocking the sun from the face and head of that individual, in conjunction with an article of outdoor furniture having a furniture member. The sun shade comprises a blocking panel, a clamp for attaching to the furniture member, and a extendible arm for positioning the blocking panel between. the face of the individual and the sun. The blocking panel includes a pair of blocking panel frame members which are selectively bowed outward to stretch a stretchable fabric panel therebetween to define the blocking panel, and selectively straighten to allow for storage of the sun shade while the stretchable fabric folds therebetween.

Abstract: A mobile stressed arched shelter in the form of a tunnel that stands freely. The shelter is assembled by bending straight pipes to opposite sides of two parallel base legs. The base legs are held together by flat straps and are covered by a tarp. Openings and closings at each end of the shelter utilize folds in the tarp. The frame is made of PVC pipe providing mobility and size variations by adding or subtracting segments. The legs have bendable hinges allowing the structure to form over irregular terrain's. The base legs may be broken down for mobility. By mix matching components numerous shapes could be made and more than one shelter could be connected side by side to form multiple car garages.

Abstract: There is provided herein a three-dimensional structure for camouflaging edifices having a large roof area from effective identification and targeting by aerial observation. The structure is light in weight, has minimal bulk, and is relatively easy to transport and deploy. The structure is comprised of a light weight metal frame having structural bar members arranged in substantially parallel horizontal and vertical arrays when assembled. The bar members are connected to each other by hinges so that the structure may be readily collapsed (lowered) or raised quickly and on short notice. The structure is deployable and retractable (i.e., may be raised or lowered) with the camouflage cover placed over the frame. A fabric cover imbued with camouflage patterns and colors on its exterior side is draped over the frame. Windup cables, pulleys and winches or cranks allow for the raising or lowering of the structure from the ground or other remote location.

Abstract: A protective canopy constructed to discharge snow from the cover. A plurality of posts support cables on which a flexible cover is supported. A sleeve formed on the eave edge of the cover is provided with a pipe at each seam between adjacent panels of the cover. Elongated rods extend in the sleeve between the pipes. The rods normally provide a straight horizontal eave. If snow builds up unduly on the cover, the rods can bow downwardly so that chutes are formed to allow the snow to slide off. Clamp brackets are fitted around the pipes and pulled to pull the cover taut before being clamped to the cables to secure the cover in a taut condition.

Abstract: A fabric made up of multiple cables and multiple panels is provided for roofs, ceilings, and wall hangings. The cables are arranged in sets of three over the area to be covered, and the panels are suspended between the cable sets to complete the fabric. Specifically, each panel has four attachment points and is suspended between two adjacent cable sets such that it attaches to two of the three cables in each set on either side of it. More specifically, each panel attaches to the middle cable of the two sets on either side, and to the top cable in one set and the bottom cable in the other set. This particular arrangement creates overlapping rows of overlapping panels that viewed from one perspective resembles overlapping shingles on a conventional roof, but when viewed from another perspective reveals that the individual panels are held apart by the cable sets to allow air and light to diffuse through.

Abstract: A covering frame for supporting a canopy above a ground surface includes a plurality of legs adapted to extend uprightly from the ground surface, and a canopy support frame mounted on top of the legs. The canopy support frame includes at least one pair of parallel support rods having lower ends mounted on the legs and upper ends, an upper horizontal bar interconnecting the upper ends of the support rods, a lower horizontal bar parallel to the upper horizontal bar and interconnecting the lower ends of the support rods, and a supplementary canopy support member extending transversely between the support rods. The supplementary canopy support member includes a seat having two opposite mounting ends, and a pair of connecting wires having outer ends connected respectively to the support rods and inner ends mounted adjustably and respectively on the mounting ends of the seat.

Abstract: A floating shelter has a semicircular frame defining an open-ended tunnel with an unobstructed ingress and egress. The frame has straight frame members forming the base of the open-ended tunnel. The roof of the open-ended tunnel is formed by curved frame members working together with a canopy top. A tensioning assembly mounted to each bottom corner of the canopy top engages the curved frame members forming the entrance and exit of the tunnel. Floats are fitted about the straight frame members forming the base of the open-ended tunnel for flotation of the frame.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fabric, consisting of multiple cables and multiple panels, for roofing applications. The cables are arranged in sets of three over the area to be covered, and the panels are suspended between the cable sets to complete the fabric. Specifically, each panel has four attachment points and is suspended between two adjacent cable sets such that it attaches to two of the three cables in each set on either side of it. More specifically, each panel attaches to the middle cable of the two sets on either side, and to the top cable in one set and the bottom cable in the other set. This particular arrangement creates overlapping rows of overlapping panels that viewed from one perspective resembles overlapping shingles on a conventional roof, however, when viewed from another perspective reveals that the individual panels are held apart by the cable sets to allow air and light to diffuse through.

Abstract: A mobile scenery arrangement is provided which is easy to assemble and dismantle, and which can easily be transported, stored and used with uniform curtains and a uniform set of back-drops for the same performance. The mobile scenery arrangement includes a tubular construction forming a substantially vertical left side and a substantially vertical right side, the left and right sides being joined to at least one upper front curtain rod and at least one upper rear back-drop rod via corner members. At least one of the ends of the front curtain rod and the rear back-drop rod is provided with a cord-tensioning device arranged to steplessly stretch a cord between the two ends of the rod. The cord is arranged to displaceably carry curtains or a back-drop.

Abstract: A quick erect shelter frame includes a plurality of one piece hubs. Each hub including a base portion having peripheral edges, an upper surface, a lower surface, and a center portion with a hole extending therethrough in a direction perpendicular to the upper surface. Each hub further including a plurality of spaced support members, each extending from the upper surface of the base portion substantially flush with a respective peripheral edge. Each support member having a top surface, a length less than the length of one peripheral edge of the base portion, a hole extending through a first end of the support member in a direction perpendicular to a face surface thereof, and a bore extending in a side of a second end of the support member in a direction perpendicular to the hole in the first end. The hole of each support member being axially aligned with the bore of an adjacent support member.