Abstract: A cantilevered canopy has four elements including an umbrella, a pole, a mounting bar and an anchoring means and can be mounted on the side of a swimming pool, or adjacent an area of utilization so as to afford shading protection to the user at a location remote from the point of support.

Abstract: A portable hut having a collapsible supporting frame and an outer fabric covering. A strap uses a hook and loop fastener to hold it to a bracket that engages a frame connector. When engaged, the bracket and connector may vertically support the hut on a tree. If desired, the hut may be mounted on a hunter's deer stand to increase its above ground disposition.

Abstract: A portable collapsible shelter comprises a floor, pairs of corner posts, a horizontal brace extending between and pivotally attached to the corner posts of each pair, and built-in seats. The floor, corner posts, braces, and seats are foldable between respective erected and collapsed modes. In the collapsed mode, each corner post is folded into a stack, with the stacks of each pair thereof being coplanar. The associated brace is initially at the top of the stacks of folded corner posts. The brace folds into a stack located coplanar with and between the stacks of the associated corner posts when the floor is folded to its collapsed mode. The seats fold with the corner posts and lie on the floor when the corner posts are folded to their collapsed mode. Locking devices selectively prevent and enable folding of the floor, corner posts, and braces.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fire isolation device for a free standing structure. This device includes a left tarp and right tarp fabricated from a fire resistant material. The left tarp and right tarp are of a size to completely enclose the free standing structure. Attached to the left tarp and right tarp is a support structure, which is capable of moving from an upward position where the left tarp and the right tarp completely enclose the free standing structure to a downward position where the left and right tarp expose the free standing structure. This device also includes a moving mechanism for moving the plurality of support members from the downward position to the upward position.

Abstract: A combination walking stick and blind which includes a bi-support blind characterized by a pair of longitudinally half-round, elongated supports pivotally joined at one end, with the flat sides of the supports positioned in facing relationship and the supports fitted with camouflage netting or fabric designed to deploy when the bottoms of the supports are extended in pivoted relationship, and wrapped around the supports when and the supports are aligned, to define a walking stick. In another embodiment three supports define a tri-support blind, which supports may be configured as one-third-round supports that nest when joined together to define a walking stick. Camouflage netting or fabric is attached to the supports by means of looped securing straps.

Abstract: The clamp for securing a canopy to a beach chair has a pair of metal plates fixedly secured to a cross-piece of the canopy. In addition, the clamp employs a plastic strap between the two metal plates for engaging with the tubular cross-piece of the chair under the biasing force of the adjacent metal plate. A nut member of trilobular shape is provided on a threaded bolt which passes through the metal plates and plastic strap to bias the metal plates towards each other. The large surface-to-surface contact provided by the strap provides a positive clamping action of the clamp on the tubular member of the chair.

Abstract: A cover for an umbrella table assembly receives an umbrella pole therethrough. A portion of the cover associated with the pole is releasably secured to the pole and maintained in elevated position by the pole to provide a tent-like structure which includes an annular peripheral skirt which depends below the table top. Releasable fasteners which secure a cover to an article are attached to the cover after the cover has been positioned on the article.

Abstract: A golf cart sun shade and inclement weather protection device includes a support frame adapted for attachment to a golf cart and being convertible between a retracted position and an extended position and an elongated shade adapted for attachment to the support frame and being convertible between a collapsed condition and a deployed condition. The shade in the collapsed condition is unattached and removed from the support frame and in the deployed condition is releasably attachable to and overlying the support frame with the support frame in the extended position. The support frame is secured to the golf cart and the golf club bag is placed within the support frame. The shade is attached to the support frame while the support frame is moved from the retracted position to the extended position. A securing arrangement secures the support frame in the extended position.

Abstract: A foldable, adjustable-height, canopy support which can support up to four independent rectangular canopy-segments. The segments are cantilevered from a single mast. All support elements remain interconnected and fold parallel for storing and ease of portage. The support may include integral canopy-segments which retract onto elongated rollers when not in use. A demountable foot having clamps for attaching the bottom end of the mast to a solid object is also disclosed.

Abstract: A canopy for protecting an individual from adverse weather when positioned in front of a grill. The inventive device includes an inclined canopy and support assemblies for securing the canopy above and in front of a grill.

Abstract: An adjustable lounge is adapted to be knocked-down in kit-form for shipping and/or storage purposes and expeditiously assembled on-site. The knocked-down-lounge comprises a base frame having a sub-frame and a pair of base side panels adapted for attachment to lateral sides of the sub-frame. A canopy frame comprises a pair of canopy side panels and a plurality of cross-struts adapted for attachment between the canopy side panels. The canopy frame is adapted to be pivotally mounted on the base frame to permit the canopy frame to be moved by user-controlled actuating means through an infinite number of positions between a normal upright position and a lowered position, placing the back of the canopy frame in at least general horizontal alignment with the top of the base frame. The lounge is adapted for selective rotation in a circular path about a vertically disposed axis whereby the frontal side of the canopy can be moved to a selected rotative position for sunning and/or viewing purposes.

Abstract: A toddler car seat shade, comprising, an inverted U-shaped frame member which has downwardly extending vertical legs and an arcuate upper extent. The vertical legs each have a plurality of positioning apertures therethrough and a coupling aperture at the upper extent of each leg. An elongated inverted C-shaped frame member is provided with apertures at its free internal ends. Pivot pins are positionable through the apertures of the elongated inverted C-shaped frame member and the coupling apertures of the inverted U-shaped frame member to effect the pivotal coupling therebetween. A plurality of intermediate C-shaped frame members of varying sizes with apertures at their free ends are secured to the pivot pins. A cloth is positionable over the inverted U-shaped frame member and the elongated C-shaped frame members with a hem in the cloth secured to the U-shaped frame member and the elongated C-shaped frame member.

Abstract: A collapsible sunshade(50) includes a pair of support arms(54a, 54b). Disposed on outer ends of the support arms are a pair of ribs (62a, 62b). A fabric sheet (51) is disposed between the ribs to form a sunshade. The support arms include a pair of outwardly extending lever arms (58a, 58b). The ribs similarly include a pair of lever arms (64a and 64b). A pair of push rods (70a, 70b) extend between the lever arms of the support arms and the ribs. As the support arms are moved from a closed position in which they are substantially parallel to an open position in which they are substantially apart, the lever arms cause the ribs to extend outward thereby extending the shade. Preferably the sun shade is designed to be fitted on a collapsible headrest such that the combination of the collapsible shade and headrest can be easily stowed and transported by a user.

Abstract: An animal umbrella that is adaptable to a conventional animal harness and collar. The animal umbrella includes a saddle, saddle attaching apparatus, a vertical shank, vertical shank attaching apparatus, and a rigid canopy. The saddle is detachably mounted to the conventional animal harness and is pivotally mounted to the conventional animal collar. The saddle has a lower surface. The saddle attaching apparatus detachably mounts the saddle to the conventional animal harness. The vertical shank has a proximal end with a cross section and a distal end with a cross section. The vertical shank is detachably mounted to the saddle at the proximal end of the vertical shank. The vertical shank attaching apparatus detachably mounts the vertical shank to the saddle. And, the rigid canopy is detachably mounted to the distal end of the vertical shank.

Abstract: A clip for securing a cover to a crib or playpen includes a first loop for providing a snap-fit onto the top bar of the crib, a cavity for holding a side rod of the cover, and an extension for guiding the clip onto the crib or playpen.

Abstract: A foldable tent is provided which achieves the desired stretch of a cloth tent body when fully pitched. The foldable tent includes a cylindrical center member comprising a top cylinder and a bottom cylinder detachably coupled to each other. A cylindrical slider having a notch on its inner surface is movably fitted over the center member. An elastic locking member is mounted in the to cylinder of the center member for locking the slider. The locking member has a locking projection snapping into the notch of the slider. A release mechanism for releasing the locking projection from the notch of the slider is received in the bottom cylinder. The tent framework further includes a plurality of ribs. Each the rib is hinged to a corresponding pipe frame and the slider at its opposed ends such that an angle formed between it and the top cylinder when pitching the tent is less than 90.degree.. This foldable tent is easily pitched and struck regardless of tent size.

Abstract: A video camera enclosure includes an L-shaped support bracket that is securable to a top portion of a video camera. An adjustable securement screw extends outwardly from an upper vertical extent. The adjustable securement screw is capable of extending outwardly in a variety of lengths. Contained in the device is a rectangular support bracket having having a hollow opening. The support bracket is secured to the adjustable securement screw of the L-shaped support bracket. A lens of the video camera aligns with the hollow opening. A flexible plastic enclosure is secured around the rectangular support bracket exposing only the hollow opening thereof. The plastic enclosure extends outwardly to encompass the video camera and a head of a user to protect the camera and the head from inclimate weather.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a sun shade arrangement for attachment to outdoor furniture. The arrangement includes a reusable clamping means, an arm having a forward end and a sun shade member having a mounting end piece releasably secured to the forward end of the arm. The arm includes spaced apart bars removably and adjustably secured to the clamping means. The spaced apart bars are connected to one another at the forward end of the arm and provide a releasable connection for the mounting end piece of the sun shade member.

Abstract: An adjustable lounge is adapted to be knocked-down in kit-form for shipping and/or storage purposes and expeditiously assembled on-site. The knocked-down lounge comprises a base frame having a sub-frame and a pair of base side panels adapted for attachment to lateral sides of the sub-frame. A canopy frame comprises a pair of canopy side panels and a plurality of cross-struts adapted for attachment between the canopy side panels. The canopy frame is adapted to be pivotally mounted on the base frame to permit the canopy frame to be moved by user-controlled actuating means through an infinite number of positions between a normal upright position and a lowered position, placing the back of the canopy frame in at least general horizontal alignment with the top of the base frame. The lounge is adapted for selective rotation in a circular path about a vertically disposed axis whereby the frontal side of the canopy can be moved to a selected rotative position for sunning and/or viewing purposes.

Abstract: A rigid substantially planar sheet, preferably but not limited to a rectangular shape, having a central fold region and a pair of fold regions spaced from opposing ends of the rectangle with a fastener, preferably hook and loop (Velcro), disposed in the regions between each of the pair of folds and the sheet end. There is also provided an attachment device, preferably containing hook and loop thereon, for attachment to an infant seat or other device as well as to the fasteners on the sheet via the hook and loop for securing the sheet to the seat. The sheet is dimensioned to have a V shape at the central fold when attached to the fasteners and in operating position.

Abstract: A covered cutting board assembly for outdoor use includes a cutting board having a cutting surface, a truss structure attachable to the cutting board forming a support structure for a transparent or semi-transparent cover which encloses the truss structure and cutting board. The cover is structured with at least one opening, closeable by a flap securable thereto, to permit insertion of user's hands therethrough to access the cutting surface. The cover remains in position over the cutting surface to provide protection to food prepared and served on the cutting surface, but allows access to the cutting board as needed. The cutting board assembly also includes a waterproof top sized to fit over the cover to prevent entry of moisture. The top also may have an opening to provide access to the cutting surface for use of the cutting board in rain or snow, and the top may have insulative properties to retain heat within the disclosure.

Abstract: A combination backpack and tent system utilizes the backpack frame as the support for one end of a tent. This frame has a pair of tent leg holding members attached to the upper end of the frame on each side. The tent is secured to the lower end of the backpack frame; so that it can be rolled up and stored on the frame, covered by a short flap constituting an extension of the floor. This flap is rolled over the tent and secured to the frame. When the tent is erected, the short flap is pulled to the opposite side of the backpack frame and the tent is unrolled. The tent extends up over a pack on the backpack at one end, and telescoping legs or flexible tent pole extensions are attached to the leg holding members on each side of the backpack. The tent is extended; and when it is erected, the pack portion of the backpack faces the interior of the tent. A pair of flaps extend from the sides of the tent over the opposite side of the backpack, and are secured together to form a substantially weather-tight system.

Abstract: Shelter for snow-covering installations is provided with a prefabricated monobloc casing made of polyethylene type material obtained by rotational molding. This casing includes, at its lower part, elements for positioning and for directly anchoring to water and air pipes used to supply the snow guns. The bottom of the casing is provided with grooves enabling the casing to be positioned and centered on the water and air pipes. There is also provided a belt equipped with buckles for fastening of straps which provide connection between the shelter and the water and air pipes.

Abstract: A chair back connected umbrella support is formed by an open frame, vertically supporting an elongated sleeve slidably receiving the shank of an umbrella. The frame is removably supported by an inclined chair back by J-shaped hooks connected therewith and the umbrella shank receiving sleeve is disposed substantially vertically by a pair of tubes projecting laterally of the frame and nested by sockets connected with the chair back below the J-shaped hooks. A cam lever engaging the umbrella shank vertically adjustably supports the umbrella relative to the chair and the occupant therein.

Abstract: A suspension tent having two basic components, a tent body and a frame. The tent body, which is of unitary construction, is comprised of two separate compartments, an upper bed compartment, enclosed by a canopy being of an umbrella arrangement, and a lower storage compartment. Both compartments are accessible from the outside of the tent through openings in the tent body. These openings can be close by a cloth closure, such as a flap, and a screen flap which may be fastened about the opening by some fastener, such as a zipper. The frame is constructed of a plurality of telescopic tubular sections. The tent body is suspended from the frame by fasteners located about the periphery of the bed compartment at each of the four corners. This suspension of the tent body permits the weight of the bed compartment to be distributed to the frame, providing adequate support for the user. The tent body is also pulled taut and fastened to the frame at each corner about the periphery of the bottom of the storage compartment.

Abstract: A retractable and collapsible shading device for attachment to a chair having a tubular frame for accommodating a canvas screen or the like. The tubular frame can be adjusted as to length and width. A tubular mid-frame section attached to the tubular frame widthwise allows the frame to pivot. Two vertical supports are connected to the tubular mid-frame section and are snap fitted to the chair. A horizontal support arm is connected to the two vertical supports. A spring-loaded support arm is connectable to the tubular frame and is pivotally connected to the horizontal support arm.

Abstract: A tent including a base having a zipper disposed along the side edges and one end of the base, and a cover having a zipper disposed along the side edges and one end of the cover and engageable with the zipper of the base, a flap formed in the other end of the cover, an ear formed between the cover and the flap and can be coupled to an object at high level so that the tent can be formed, and a net coupled to the flap for closing the entrance of the tent.

Abstract: An apparatus wherein a fullness structure is extended and secured together for securement in association with a table to provide a canopy therefore. Left and right support posts mount a horizontal beam thereon. The horizontal beam mounts a plurality of first brace legs mounted between the beam and each post, with a foldable canopy framework mounted laterally of the horizontal beam, with plural pairs of second brace legs mounted diametrically opposed to one another relative to each post extending upwardly from each post and received within associated slots within each rectangular framework. A flexible covering is arranged for mounting overlying the rectangular frameworks. Further, the support posts are arranged for attaching to an associated table structure.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting an infant in a forwardly facing infant's seat in a vehicle from direct exposure to sun rays, comprising a generally horizontally forwardly extending frame having multiple sections, with pivot structure connecting adjacent sections, so that the sections extend above the infant's seat; a foldable canopy carried by the frame to extend protectively above the seat, and to be folded as the frame sections are relatively pivoted; and support structure connected with the frame and extending generally downwardly to in turn be supported rearwardly of the infant's seat.

Abstract: A portable canopy attachment is provided which consists of a support member, in which its lower portion can be inserted within the ground, so that the support member can stand in a generally vertical position. A canopy member is attached to the upper portion of the support member, so that the canopy member can extend outwardly from the support member in a generally horizontal position to cover and protect a person placed onto the ground below the canopy member, such as from the rays of the sun.

Abstract: A holder for an individual open top beverage container with an umbrella pivoted to the holder which is biased to a protective position over the top of the container when the holder is supported on a table or the like and is tilted out of the way when the holder is tilted to drinking position.

Abstract: An annexe assembly is shown which has a support assembly attachable to the side of a caravan or the like and which supports the annexe cover as well as the folded annexe frame. The cover is tapered whereby it may roll upon a spool within the support assembly. The cover may be selectively extended from or retracted into said support assembly and the annexe frame is pivotally attached to the support assembly whereby it may be selectively moved between a stowed attitude substantially within or adjacent the support assembly and an erected attitude for supporting the extended covering.

Abstract: A sun screen and windbreaker panel for a chair in which the panel is at the back of the chair. An overhead panel part can be used as a sun shade. The panel in one embodiment has a front surface provided with an inverted pocket which fits over the back of the chair. Bungee cords are used to couple the lower margins of the panel with the front of the chair. The panel has a resilient rod, in a bent condition near and along the outer periphery of the panel so that the panel will be stretched. The panel can be rectangular and can have a pair of resilient cross rods greater in length than the distance between the diagonal ends of the panel so that the rods, when in end pockets on the panel, will stretch the panel. In another embodiment, the panel is rolled up in the same manner as a window shade and pulled outwardly from a shaft to a predetermined length. Tie-down devices anchor the panel over a frame coupled to the back of a chair, and the shaft of the panel is rotatably mounted on the chair.

Abstract: An adjustable sunshade apparatus for providing shade to a person in a recreational chair, the apparatus comprising a canopy structure for supporting a fabric cover and adjustably attached to two parallel shade support arms. A pair of clamps holds the shade support arms to the back of the chair. The canopy structure is dismantled so that the support arms and canopy components lie adjacent and parallel, and so that the clamps, canopy components, and support arms may be wrapped in the fabric cover to achieve a conveniently carried roll. The sunshade apparatus is easily assembled, dismantled, and ported.

Abstract: A sun shade (10) for mounting to a chair or other furniture comprises a support frame (11) including a lateral tube (21) and vertical tubular legs (12, 13) pivotally mounted to the lateral tube. A central clamp (26) is rigidly mounted to the lateral tube (21) and includes a U-shaped opening (36) for engagement over an upper edge portion of the chair. Outboard clamps (41, 42) are slidably positioned on lateral tube (21) and have U-shaped openings (43, 44) for engagement over side edge portions of the chair. Means (22, 23, 24) are provided for resisting the pivotal movement of the tubular legs (12, 13) relative to the lateral tube (21). A canopy assembly (51) is pivotally mounted to the tubular legs (12, 13) and includes a rectangular frame (52) and a fabric panel (56).

Abstract: This folding shelter has a canopy that can be attached to a folding chair, and removed easily for portability. Struts engaging the back structure of the chair support the canopy under a degree of tension. The canopy has a top panel and depending side and back panels, the latter being detachably secured to the back structure of the chair. Preferably, retractable bearing plates are provided at the lower extremities of the legs of the chair. An optional skirt panel is also provided extending around at least three sides of the chair, and attachable to the side and back panels, with auxiliary support extending from the chair to position the lower rear extremities of the skirt panel.

Abstract: A collapsible canopy for use with a chair or other free-standing device is described. The collapsible canopy of the present invention includes three hoop sections which are covered with material capable of blocking substantial amounts of sunlight. The respective hoop sections are coupled with a cross-coupled truss structure which extends to support the collapsible canopy over a chair or other freestanding device in an open position, and collapses to store the collapsible canopy in an extremely compact form in a closed position.

Abstract: A canopy apparatus (10) for conventional A-frame swing constructions (100) wherein the canopy apparatus (10) comprises a pair of support units (11) operatively connected to the horizontal support bar (103) of the swing set (100) and a cover unit (12) operatively attached to and suspended from the pair of support units (11).

Abstract: A protective seat for children traveling in a vehicle is provided with a visor that shields a child from excessive incident light and from flying objects in the event of a collision or sudden stop. Preferably, the visor is constructed of transparent, high-impact plastic that is tinted to reduce the amount of sunlight that can pass therethrough. The visor is U-shaped to have a central portion extending transversely across the protective seat and a pair of downwardly depending end portions mounted by a trunnion pin hinge to the lateral side edges of the child support shell. The position of the visor is pivotally adjustable and position lock elements and limit stops may be provided. The visor may be formed as original structure on the protective seat or as a retro-fit apparatus including mounting brackets that may be fastened to the protective seat thus providing the visor mounts.

Abstract: A backpack/cot/tent structure usable in a first mode as a backpack and convertible to a cot when the framework is separated into upper and lower sections with an integral tent member that can be set up to surround the cot.

Abstract: A system for protecting the cockpit of an aircraft from airborne contamination is described which comprises a generally tubular curtain of size corresponding to that of the canopy and cockpit and being pleated and collapsible along its length between an extended condition and a folded condition; a tray, attachable to and co-extensive with the canopy sill of the aircraft, the tray having a floor and inner and outer walls defining a circumferential recess for receiving the curtain in the folded condition; a lid for covering the tray with the bottom surface thereof in substantial contact with the inner and outer walls of the tray; a circumferential crimpable lip on each the floor of the tray and on the bottom surface of the lid for engaging respective ends of the curtain and providing peripheral hermetic seals between curtain and tray and between curtain and lid; inflatable circumferential seals in the sill and canopy for releasably attaching the tray to the sill and the lid to the canopy for providing hermetic

Abstract: A speciality convenience device comprising a U-shaped framework of rigid-tubing, serving to both house and support an extensible flexible-gooseneck member capable of being manually omni-adjusted into any desired positional attitude; the device being substantially flat between legs of said U-frame so as to be easily installed upon an existing automobile's or spectator-bench's seat back, while thus held captive thereto by presence of the user's own back resting thereupon; the user being either an adult or juvenile by virtue of a special U-frame width-adjustment provision which includes a co-operative sizing-adjustment of the back-spanning fabric covering; the covering including a pocket-like formation thereto also facilitating a convenient stowing place for the gooseneck's detachable sunshield member, including provision of a sunshield folding capacity, as well as an optional attachable child's activity-center thereto.

Abstract: An improved sunshade attachment comprising a first generally U-shaped member releasably securable to a pair of clamps for attaching the sunshade to a desired structure, a second generally U-shaped canopy supporting member releasably attachable to said first U-shaped member, a pair of side arms interposable between said first and second U-shaped members, a canopy for covering said members and providing shade to an area beneath said canopy, and a pair of coil-type screens mountable on either side of said sunshade and extensible to provide lateral protection and privacy.

Abstract: A sun visor for attachment to infant car seats has a semicylindrical hood which is attached to an elongated mounting arm. The mounting arm is provided with a clamp for securement to an upper frame portion of the infant car seat. In a second embodiment, a pivotal auxilliary side visor, a pull down front shade and a pivotally adjustable telescoping mounting arm is provided. A musical toy may be mounted in the visor for amusement of an infant in the car seat.

Abstract: A cover which forms a semi-circular canopy over the top of children's crib in order to prevent accidental injuries caused by children falling out of cribs. The cover is supported by rods spaced apart in intervals with said rods attached at each end of the headboard or footboard of the crib in such a manner to allow the rotation of the rods. The cover is opened easily by pushing it back over the crib from either side, thereby giving access to approximately two-thirds of the crib so the child can be removed or placed in the crib quickly and easily. Straps are also provided which fasten to the siderails of the crib to keep the cover closed and the siderails from dropping while the child is in the crib.

Abstract: A canopy apparatus (10) for use with a conventional t-bar gym set construction (100); wherein, the canopy apparatus (10) includes a pair of vertical support leg members (14) operatively connected to a horizontal elongated crosspiece member (16) and a cover member (18) which extends over the crosspiece member (16) and is secured to the outer tubular members (102') of the conventional gym set construction (100).

Abstract: A tent construction comprises a tent member including a frame portion and a fabric wall portion, and a periscope assembly adjacent the upper end of the tent member which permits a person inside the tent member to view the surrounding area. The periscope assembly includes a base portion which is secured to the frame portion of the tent member and a periscope portion which is rotatably received in the base portion so that it is operative for viewing the area surrounding the tent member.

Abstract: A movable cart for merchandising products wherein a canopy is supported on an upper surface of the body portion of the cart so that it may be raised or lowered relative to the upper surface wherein upwardly extending supports are mounted on four corners of the upper surface and downwardly extending supports are pivotally connected to a frame on which the canopy is mounted and the upwardly and downwardly extending supports are connected together to provide relative sliding movement therebetween and a gas spring is mounted within the upwardly and downwardly extending supports to urge the downwardly extending supports and therefore the canopy away from the upper surface, and locking apparatus is provided to hold the upper and lower supports in a relatively fixed relationship so that the canopy will be maintained at a desired distance above the upper surface.

Abstract: A tent is disclosed that is readily collapsible into a unitary flat package which can be readily stored on a hanger in a closet. When it is desired to "set up" the tent, a pair of latches are released and the tent automatically assumes or expands into a fully "set up" or erect condition. The tent comprises a fabric or canvas body mounted on corner posts secured to the ends of a pair of flexible bent rods arranged in criss-crossed relation. The inherent tension in the bent rod automatically expands the tent body into its fully erect position. The tent can be readily collapsed into a flat package by manually moving the front and back corner posts and rods together so that they lie in intersecting planes that define a small acute angle therebetween. Latches are provided on the rods for latching the two rods and tent in its collapsed condition.

Abstract: A shade for use with infants and children car seats and the like having a seat and back member that fits into the seat and accomodates strap restraints and a hood that attaches to the seat and back member to project as a canopy from a back portion of the seat and back member.