Abstract: A retractable awning has a frame structure with a plurality of louvers traversing a frame opening. Each louver is pivotally attached to enable rotation. The system is provided with electric motors and mechanical actuators to raise and lower the frame as well as rotate the louvers. Additionally, the angle of the entire awning and length of deployment is selectable. The awning can also be secured by closing the louvers and locking the frame to the building, thus forming a protective cover for the respective door or window against severe storms, looting, theft, or the like.

Abstract: An approach is provided for an apparatus for a blind is disclosed that comprises a rolling module and a control module. The rolling module is located above multiple tapes vertically spaced by a ladder cord. The control module comprises an Epicyclic Gearing (EG) assembly, a tube, a spiral plunger, a universal joint and a control assembly. The tube has a guiding protrusion and a titter. The guiding protrusion is formed inside and bottom of the tube. The titter is configured for controlling the flipping of the tapes. The universal joint is connected between the EG assembly and the tube, and is configured for connecting the rolling module. The control assembly selectively moves up and down on the spiral plunger to rotate the tube. The rolling module raises and/or descends the tapes by the lifting cord according to the rotation of the tube.