Abstract: A vehicle seat and steering wheel sunshade including a main covering and at least one side panel. The main covering includes a front portion for covering a steering wheel region of a vehicle, a rear portion for covering a seat back region of a vehicle seat, and an intermediate portion between the front portion and the rear portion for covering a seat region of the vehicle seat. The at least one side panel depends from the main covering for providing enhanced covering of the vehicle seat.

Abstract: A sunshade of a sunroof for a motor vehicle includes superposing resin impregnated glass fiber mat layers (2,3) on both surfaces of a semi-rigid layer (1) made of an urethane foam and having a uniform thickness, superposing a skin material layer (5) on a surface of one of the resin impregnated glass fiber mat layers (2) via an adhesive film layer (4), superposing a back material layer (7) on the surface of the other resin impregnated glass fiber mat layer (3) via an adhesive film layer (6), and fusion bonding the layers by clamping the layers (8) by a press mold (9, 10) and heating and pressurizing the layers (8) so as to form a predetermined three-dimensional shape.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting a tire rim or hubcap is provided. A tire rim cover comprising a flexible round body and an elastic ring shaped element coupled to the round shaped body near the outer edge of the round body is provided. One or more clips coupled to the tire rim cover are also provided. The elastic ring shaped element is designed to surround the outer edge of a tire rim or hubcap and the clip is designed to be removably attached to the rim or hubcap to resist dislodging during use. A method for protecting a tire rim or hubcap using such a tire rim cover is also provided.

Abstract: A sun shade for use with and mounting to a side or rear automobile window includes a material comfigured to inhibit sunlight from passing through the material while allowing sufficient light to pass through the material such that a person can see through the material, and a temperature indicator coupled to the material and configured to provide a visible indication of temperature, where the sun shade is configured to attach to the side or rear automobile window.

Abstract: The present invention is a system for shading the eyes which improves on the prior art in that it comprises a Ferro-magnetic screen through which light can pass and at least one thin magnet which is coupled to the screen and moved to different locations on the screen as needed in order to shade the eyes of the driver and/or passengers. When the magnet no longer shades the eyes as desired, it is very simple to merely slide it to a more appropriate location on the screen.

Abstract: A shading device includes a shell member mounted on a roof of an automobile in a direction transverse to a front-to-rear direction of the automobile and having a receiving space, a winding shaft pivotally mounted in the receiving space of the shell member, a shading member wound around the winding shaft and received within the shell member, a pair of spaced apart base members adapted to be mounted on the automobile and spaced from the shell member in the front-to-rear direction, at least one pair of supporting legs mountable on the base members respectively, and an operating bar connected to one end portion of the shading member and operable to unwind the shading member. The operating bar is mountable detachably on the supporting legs to stretch out the shading member.

Abstract: Sunshades for vehicle windows are provided, including a shade having upper and lower edges, and a pair of support members having free ends. One of the members is associated with each of the upper and lower edges, and the support members are constructed to be spaced apart to support the shade in an extended, open position during use. Each of the support members includes a self-straightening tape that is arcuate in cross-section and can be repeatedly folded without significant plastic deformation.

Abstract: A full-body, self-deploying cover for a vehicle is shown. The cover consists of a fabric sheet with a sleeve formed in its periphery. Within the sleeve is an elastic rod with two free ends. The rod is foldable between an expanded state and a stored state. In the expanded state the rod outwardly tensions the periphery of the fabric sheet and forms a semi-rigid frame, with the spring tension of the rod causing the cover to self-deploy. A connector joins the ends of the elastic rod together after the cover is placed over the vehicle, with the rod beneath the vehicle's undercarriage, and the fabric sheet may be tightened securely within the perimeter of the undercarriage.

Abstract: A windshield covering system for conveniently covering a windshield to prevent ice and frost build up on the windshield. The windshield covering system includes a flexible panel having a handle assembly and a storage container for storing the panel and handle assembly.

Abstract: A screening arrangement for a rear window of a motor vehicle has a screening element held by a clamping device. The clamping device has clamping rods which are arranged at least at sides of the screening element and are respectively held at a retaining bearing on a lining of a roof and at a counterbearing on a lining bordering on the lower edge of the rear window.

Abstract: The present invention is a system for shading the eyes which improves on the prior art in that it comprises a Ferro-magnetic screen through which light can pass and at least one thin magnet which is coupled to the screen and moved to different locations on the screen as needed in order to shade the eyes of the driver and/or passengers. When the magnet no longer shades the eyes as desired, it is very simple to merely slide it to a more appropriate location on the screen.

Abstract: A portable shade assembly for vehicle that includes an elongated, wide fabric sunscreen member having weights provided along the bottom of the opposed shorter side edges thereof, and a number of gap-producing spacer members, of cylindrical or elongated polyhedral shape, attached to the vehicle-facing surface of the sunscreen; each of the spacer members includes an attachment strap extending from each end thereof that are adapted to be secured between a proximate door and its door jam of a vehicle such that when the door of the vehicle is in the closed position, the sunscreen members is secured to the vehicle.

Abstract: A foldable vehicle window shading device includes a central hub having a receiving cavity, and a plurality of folding arms radially extended from the central hub, a plurality of elongated elements extended from the central hub to the folding arms respectively, and an awning shelter supported by the folding arms for sheltering the vehicle window. Each of the folding arms includes a plurality of tubular members wherein a tension portion of the respective elongated element is slidably passed through the tubular members in such a manner that when shortening the length of each tension portion of the elongated elements, the tubular members of each folding arm are tensionally coupled with each other ends to ends to outwardly extend the folding arm from the central hub, so as to tensionally stretch out the awning shelter.

Abstract: A louver for a louver blind curtain comprising two parts which can be moved in a telescope-like manner with respect to each other. By means of a rubber traction device, the louver parts are subjected to pre-tension in the direction toward the shortened position of the louver. The louver curtain comprises a multitude of louvers whose length can be automatically changed and which are guided at both ends on guide tracks. The connection between the louver and each guide track is achieved by a respective slider, where the slider is provided at one end of the louvers with a drive, to change the angular position of the louvers. In addition, those sliders which travel the longest distance during the opening and the closing of the curtain are provided with screwed spindle drives.

Abstract: A screen element is provided for motor vehicles, in which a piece of flat material extends in a surface area. The piece of flat material has strands which are inherently stiff to enable the flat material to stand alone without a frame. The strands also provide primary stability for the screen element. A frame is provided on at least one edge area of the piece of flat material. The frame providies secondary stability for the screen element.

Abstract: A window covering system for covering a plurality of windows of a vehicle. The window covering system includes a plurality of window coverings sized and shaped to cover each window of the vehicle. Each window covering includes a bottom portion having a substantially rigid perimeter which biases the window covering to a fully extended position. At least one wire is attached to each window covering at its bottom portion. The wires are retracted and extended by a wire retracted apparatus affixed to a top surface of the roof of the vehicle.

Abstract: A motor vehicle is equipped with a protective sun shade (13), whose essential mechanical elements are housed in a roof interior space (6), above the headliner (5). The protective sun shade (13) is free of guide rails. Either the sun shade web (14) is sufficiently rigid, or its front edge is supported with the aid of guided guide and push rods (42), (43) in such a way that its front or lower edge (21) is held in contact with the respective pane (8). A gear motor (25) is provided for operating, i.e. retracting and extending the window shade web (14).

Abstract: A windshield cover having a first panel adapted to overlie the windshield and the cowl of an automobile, a second and third panel adapted to overlie at least the upper portion of the front doors of the automobile, fourth and fifth panels adapted to lie between the front doors and the adjacent cab portion of the automobile when the front doors are in a closed position thereby preventing theft of the windshield cover, the windshield cover being adapted to protect the windshield of the automobile.

Abstract: An elongated portable structure for use as a tent or the like, having at least one end panel. The end panel has a sheet of substantially non-stretchable flexible fabric material disposed in a generally upright orientation. Two hoops of flexible, resilient, strip material are attached to the sheet. The sheet has portions in the spaces within the hoops to maintain the hoops taut and to resist collapse or distortion of the hoops. A flexible fabric cover extends from the end panel to provide shelter for a person occupying the structure. The hoops are capable of being twisted into a flat coil of reduced diameter for storage. The structure may have a second end panel with hoops, similar to the first end panel.

Abstract: Collapsible panels are provided which incorporate two or more separate frame members. The frame members can be positioned at separate locations on the panel, or two or more frame members can be housed in the same frame retaining sleeve. One or more of the panels can be used to form collapsible structures. These collapsible structures can be easily and quickly folded and collapsed into a compact configuration.

Abstract: This invention relates to an article comprising a transparent stack of sheets that may be applied, for example, to protect substrates such as glass or plastic windows, signage or displays. A topmost sheet can be peeled away after it is damaged to reveal an undamaged sheet below. The invention also relates to the protected substrates and a method of protecting substrates such as glass or plastic windows, signage and displays from vandalism or other surface damage by adhering the stack of sheets to the substrate to be protected and subsequently pulling a topmost sheet away from the stack after it becomes damaged.

Abstract: This invention comprises a parked vehicle shade device called an auto sun buffer zone, which provides a buffer zone to keep the vehicle cool when parked outdoors under the sun. The shade device covers the top, front windshield, rear window, side windows, trunk and hood (all the upper surfaces) of the vehicle. A space (buffer zone) is provided between the top of the vehicle and the shade device, which provides a zone through which air can pass, which is more effective in cooling. The shade device provides protection to occupants in a parked vehicle sitting in the sun, and to the interior and exterior of an unoccupied vehicle.

Abstract: A windshield cover having a first panel adapted to overlie the windshield and the caul of an automobile, a second and third panel adapted to overlie at least the upper portion of the front doors of the automobile, third and fourth panels adapted to lie between the front doors and the adjacent cab portion of the automobile when the front doors are in a closed position thereby preventing theft of the windshield cover, the windshield cover being adapted to protect the windshield of the automobile.

Abstract: An automated sunshade and defrosting assembly for protecting automotive interior surfaces and decreasing windshield defrosting time, includes a pair of tracks designed for coupling on opposite sides of a windshield of a vehicle. A sunshade member extends between the pair of tracks. The sunshade is extendable into an extended position defined by the sunshade covering the windshield. The sunshade is retractable into a retracted position defined by the sunshade uncovering the windshield. A heating element extends through the sunshade for selectively heating the windshield for preventing frost buildup on the windshield. A control unit is provided for selectively extending and retracting the sunshade between the extended and retracted positions.

Abstract: A ballistically deployable cover for an object, such as vehicle, comprising a light weight fabric, having a plurality of weights affixed thereto, generally evenly spaced around the perimeter of the fabric, each of said weights comprising an outer pouch, a layer of padding within said pouch and ballast material within said padding.

Abstract: A vehicle door window light reflecting device for preventing sunlight from striking the arm of a vehicle occupant which is adjacent to a door window. The vehicle door window light reflecting device includes a substantially rigid panel having a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. The panel is generally opaque. The panel has a generally rectangular shape. A securing member is attached to the panel for removably coupling the panel to a vehicle window frame slot.

Abstract: A releasable suction cup is formed with a tab formed integral with its rim, and with a release filament attached to the tab. On assembly of the suction cup with a panel to be mounted to a smooth surface by the suction cup, the release filament is threaded through a hole in the panel so that an end of the release filament is accessible adjacent the panel surface that is opposite from the suction cup. When the panel is mounted with the suction cup to the smooth surface, the suction cup can be released by pulling on the accessible end of the release filament. A second embodiment of the invention consists of a double-sided suction cup wherein each cup member has a tab with a release filament attached to its tab and threaded through a hole in the panel to be mounted to a smooth surface. With one side of the double-sided suction cup attached to the smooth surface, the release filament connected to that suction cup side remains accessible through the panel to be pulled to release the suction cup.

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment, a mobile privacy screen includes a support frame defining an opening, a screen member made of a flexible material, wherein the screen member is disposed across the opening and is attached the support frame at a periphery of the screen, and an outrigger extending from the support frame and having an end adapted to engage a support surface. In other embodiments, the privacy screen further comprises a wheel attached to the end of the outrigger, and the support frame further comprises a handle. A method of reconfiguring a workspace is also provided detailing the moving of the mobile privacy screen from one location to a second location.

Abstract: A vehicle window screen for a window opening of a vehicle in the form of a curtain having a shape generally conforming to the window opening of the vehicle is disclosed. The curtain having an upper portion, a central portion and a lower portion with elastomeric members disposed thereon the portions. The upper portion removably attachable on a top portion of a door of the vehicle above the window opening of the vehicle, the central portion removably attachable on a side edge of the door of the vehicle and the lower portion removably attachable on the door of the vehicle below the window opening of the vehicle and a means for removably fastening the lower portion of the curtain to the side edge of the door of the vehicle including a clip and a mechanical stop member.

Abstract: A sunshade has a shade and at least two supports, with each support having a second end that is coupled to the shade at spaced-apart locations thereof. The sunshade also has a connector coupled to the first end of each support, the connector having a central portion that has a groove, and a leaf for coupling the first end of each support. The leaf is hingedly connected to the central portion by an integral thin section and has a locking member fitted inside the groove to hold the leaf at a fixed position with respect to the central portion. Each support of the sunshade can also have an adjustable length.

Abstract: An automobile in which an external appearance of a body of the automobile is formed to assume substantially identically shaped front and rear portions, and in which visors are provided at a front head portion and a rear head portion of a roof of the body. There is obtained an automobile of high utility value capable of decreasing manufacturing costs through rationalization of manufacturing operations, and of securing safety during driving and comfort within the automobile.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus and associated method for protecting an object from the effects of inclement weather. In one aspect, the present invention provides an apparatus comprising a cover which has a central portion and a skirt portion. The central portion further comprises a plurality of pad members which are disposed about the central portion to allow an efficient and convenient method for folding the apparatus. The skirt portion further comprises webbing and eyelets which are used to secure the apparatus to an object in the presence of inclement weather.

Abstract: A collapsible structure has a first panel and a second panel, each panel having a foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, with a fabric material covering portions of the frame member to form the panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation. The first panel has a first side that is stitched to the fabric of the second panel by a stitching. Another collapsible structure has a first panel and a second panel, each panel having a foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, with a fabric material covering portions of the frame member to form the panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation. The second panel has an opening provided in its fabric, with a first side of the first panel inserted through the opening to couple the first panel to the second panel.

Abstract: A protective cover (13) for windscreens of vehicles comprises a single layer polypropylene base sheet (16) and an acrylate adhesive layer (18). The cover extends over the glazed windscreen and at least a portion of the surrounding frame. The film (13) serves to protect the windshield against damage during transport from factory to showroom and can be easily removed on arrival.

Abstract: A screening arrangement for a rear window of a motor vehicle has a screening element held by a clamping device. The clamping device has clamping rods which are arranged at least at sides of the screening element and are respectively held at a retaining bearing on a lining of a roof and at a counterbearing on a lining bordering on the lower edge of the rear window.

Abstract: A foldable vehicle sunshade has a core of flexible, resilient material, with a plurality of folds defined by lines of stitching that extend from one edge of the sunshade to another edge of the sunshade.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with an automobile having a windshield includes a screen member and an actuator mechanism. The screen member is sized to substantially cover the windshield and to be stored within a housing defined by the automobile.

Abstract: A collapsible object is provided having a foldable frame member that has a folded and an unfolded orientation, and a material covering portions of the frame member when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation, with the material assuming the unfolded orientation of its associated frame member. A pole is coupled to the panel to support the panel.

Abstract: A collapsible structure has a first panel and a second panel, each panel having a foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, with a fabric material covering portions of the frame member to form the panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation. The first panel has a first side that is stitched to the fabric of the second panel by a stitching. Another collapsible structure has a first panel and a second panel, each panel having a foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, with a fabric material covering portions of the frame member to form the panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation. The second panel has an opening provided in its fabric, with a first side of the first panel inserted through the opening to couple the first panel to the second panel.

Abstract: An automotive window cover system comprises a windshield shade having a plurality of panels which jointly cover the extent of the windshield. Fastener strips are releasably joined along the joints between the adjacent panels so as to maintain the panels in place. First and second struts are pivotally attached to each upper panel and engage knobs on the lower panels so as to span the panels and provide rigidity thereto. The system further comprises a side window panel adapted to fit within the frame about a side window of a vehicle. The side window panel includes screened apertures therein and sub-panels which releasably cover such apertures. Removal of the sub-panels allows for passage of air through the screened apertures. A rear vent window shade fits within the rear vent window frame and includes a screen normally extending from the perimeter. Upon opening the rear vent window the screen bridges the gap between the open rear vent window and the vehicle to preclude passage of elements, e.g.

Abstract: The automobile window shade system is adapted to be removably mounted at an interior of an automobile window. The automobile window shade system of the present invention includes a plurality of shades and each shade includes a web of shade material and a continuous loop spring mounted therewith. Preferably, the spring material is sewn within the web of shade material. A plurality of pivots rotatably link adjacent shades together such that the plurality of shades has a fully extended longitudinal position or mode and a compact stacked position or mode wherein respective continuous loop springs are substantially vertically aligned in the stacked position. In the stacked position, the plurality of shades may be twisted and folded to form a sub-compact, twisted and folded position or mode. In the sub-compact mode, the entire shade can be placed in a bag or can be wrapped with an elastic strap to maintain the sub-compact positional mode.