MODULAR PROTECTION AND SECURITY DEVICE

Abstract

A modular protection and security device for protecting a boat within a slip having: a stationary bowed frame positioned over the boat slip; a plurality of stationary frame tracks mounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame; a plurality of upper track rollers mounted to the stationary bowed frame; a moveable bowed frame mounted to the upper track rollers and slidable over the stationary bowed frame; a plurality of moveable frame tracks, each moveable frame track mounted to a side of the moveable bowed frame; a plurality of lower track rollers mounted to the movable bowed frame positioned for rolling within in the stationary frame tracks; a first flexible sheath mounted to the stationary bowed frame and a second flexible sheath mounted to the moveable bowed frame, wherein the first flexible sheath is configured to fit between the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

Description

FIELD

The present embodiment generally relates to a modular protection and security device.

BACKGROUND

A need exists for an adjustable telescoping protection device that provides remote security monitoring for boats.

The present embodiments meet these needs.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The detailed description will be better understood in conjunction with the accompanying drawings as follows:

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a telescoped modular protection and security device.

FIG. 2 is a detail of engagement of the modular protection and security device with a dock.

FIG. 3 is an exploded view of a stationary bowed frame according to an embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a detailed side view of an embodiment of the stationary bowed frame.

FIG. 5 is a detail of a moveable bowed frame.

FIG. 6 depicts extensions for each bowed frame.

The present embodiments are detailed below with reference to the listed Figures.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

Before explaining the present apparatus in detail, it is to be understood that the apparatus is not limited to the particular embodiments and that it can be practiced or carried out in various ways.

Specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis of the claims and as a representative basis for teaching persons having ordinary skill in the art to variously employ the present invention.

The invention relates to a modular protection and security device for protecting a boat within a slip.

The modular protection and security device has a stationary bowed frame positioned over the boat slip and a plurality of stationary frame tracks mounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame with a plurality of upper track rollers mounted to the stationary bowed frame.

The modular protection and security device has a moveable bowed frame mounted to the upper track rollers slidable over the stationary bowed frame.

A plurality of moveable frame tracks are used, one mounted to each port and starboard sides of the moveable bowed frame.

The invention has a plurality of lower track rollers mounted to the movable bowed frame positioned for rolling within in the stationary frame tracks.

A first flexible sheath is mounted to the stationary bowed frame.

A second flexible sheath is mounted to the moveable bowed frame.

The first flexible sheath is configured to fit between the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

The modular protection and security device prevents drowning by monitoring activity of children playing on a dock and provides an ability to immediately act if a child falls into the water and doesn't know how to swim.

The modular protection and security device prevents harm to the boat because a camera with a motion detector is used on the bowed frame.

The modular protection and security device prevents injury by providing an automatic shut off for the motor if a person's appendage is trapped between the bowed frames.

The modular protection and security device provides a safer erection process, as in embodiments, the components only use pins to engage, and no power tools which could cut off a hand or finger are needed.

The modular protection and security device protects the environment by providing a modular construction which uses less materials that custom built boat and slip covers.

Turning now to the Figures, FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a telescoped modular protection and security device.

The modular protection and security device 10 is depicted.

The modular protection and security device 10 is for protecting a boat 12 within a boat slip 14 having a dock 16 on at least one side of the boat slip.

FIG. 1 shows a first flexible sheath 60 with a first internal tubing 62 (shown in FIG. 4) extending through the first flexible sheath from one end to the other end, the first flexible sheath 60 mounted to the stationary bowed frame 30, the first flexible sheath 60 having a length from end to end that is shorter than a length of the boat.

FIG. 1 shows a second flexible sheath 70 with a second internal tubing 72 extending through the second flexible sheath 70 from one end to the other end, the second flexible sheath 70 mounted to the moveable bowed frame 40 and wherein the first flexible sheath 60 is configured to fit between the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

A message area 99 is shown installed on the second flexible sheath 70 providing safety signage.

A wireless camera 105 connected to a power supply and further connected to a global communication network 107 can be mounted to one end of the stationary bowed frame.

FIG. 1 shows a remote control 130 connected to a global communication network 107, such as the internet, for actuating the motor 120 from a remote location.

FIG. 2 is a detail of engagement of the modular protection and security device with a dock 16.

FIG. 2 depicts a plurality of removable fasteners 20a-b shown as clamps in this figure. Each removable fastener is for securing to a portion of a dock 16;

A plurality of tensioners 170a and 170b are shown.

FIG. 3 is an exploded view of a stationary bowed frame according to an embodiment.

The stationary bowed frame 30 is depicted with a plurality of stationary legs 31a-h and a plurality of stationary arched roof members 32a-d, with each stationary arched roof member connected to each stationary leg, and a plurality of stationary crossbeams 33a-d mounted between pairs of stationary legs.

A motor 120 with worm gear is depicted mounted to the stationary bowed frame 30 for extending and retracting the moveable bowed frame along the stationary frame track. The motor is connected to a power supply 124.

FIG. 4 is a detailed side view of an embodiment of the stationary bowed frame 30.

FIG. 4 shows one of a plurality of stationary frame tracks 34a. Each stationary frame track mounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame.

FIG. 4 shows one of a plurality of upper track rollers 36a mounted to the stationary bowed frame 30.

A first internal tubing 62 of a first flexible sheath 60 is depicted.

FIG. 4 shows two of the tensioners 170b and 170c.

FIG. 4 shows a plurality of stationary cantilever anchor arms 150a. Each stationary cantilever anchor arm connected between a pair of stationary legs.

FIG. 4 shows one of a plurality of hinged tensioners 90c connected between a pair of stationary arched roof members 32. The hinged tensioner providing a load to the first flexible sheath.

FIG. 5 is a detail of a moveable bowed frame 40.

FIG. 5 shows one of a plurality of lower track rollers 44b mounted to the movable bowed frame 40 positioned for rolling within in the stationary frame tracks.

The moveable bowed frame has a plurality of arched roof members 46a-d, and a plurality of moveable bowed frame crossbeams 47a-f mounted between pairs of arched roof members.

An extendable parking leg 48 is mounted to an arched roof member 46b for fixing the moveable bowed frame to the dock 16.

FIG. 5 shows one of the plurality of hinged tensioners 90a usable in the invention.

FIG. 5 also shows a plurality of moveable bowed frame tensioners 172a-d that can be used in the invention.

FIG. 6 depicts and assembled version of the modular protection and security device with height and width extensions for each bowed frame 50a-d.

In an embodiment, stationary bowed frame 30 has a plurality of stationary legs 31a-d and a plurality of stationary arched roof members 32, with each stationary arched roof member connected to each stationary leg, and a plurality of stationary crossbeams 33 mounted between pairs of stationary legs.

In an embodiment, the moveable bowed frame has a plurality of arched roof members 46a-d, and a plurality of moveable bowed frame crossbeams 47a-f mounted between pairs of arched roof members.

In an embodiment, a parking leg 48 is mounted to an arched roof member 46b for fixing the moveable bowed frame to the dock 16.

A wireless camera 105 connected to a power supply and further connected to a global communication network 107 can be mounted to one end of the stationary bowed frame.

In an embodiment, a plurality of extensions 50a-f can be used for increasing on each stationary bowed frame and each moveable bowed frame, at least one of: a height and a width.

In embodiments, the invention can include a motor 120 with worm gear mounted to the stationary bowed frame 30 for extending and retracting the moveable bowed frame along the stationary frame track, the motor connected to a power supply 124.

In embodiments, the invention can include a remote control 130 connected to a global communication network 107, such as the internet, for actuating the motor 120 from a remote location.

In an embodiment, the invention can include a plurality of stationary cantilever anchor arms 150a, each stationary cantilever anchor arm connected between a pair of stationary legs.

In embodiments, a message area 99 can be installed on the second flexible sheath providing safety signage, such as “no wake zone to protect children”.

In embodiments, a plurality of tensioners 170a-c can be used.

Each tensioner can be mounted to one of the plurality of stationary legs 31 where the stationary leg meets the stationary arched roof member 32. Each tensioner can be configured for providing a load to the first internal tubing 62 of the first flexible sheath.

In embodiments, a plurality of moveable bowed frame tensioners 172a-d can be used. Each moveable bowed frame tensioner can be mounted to one of the arched roof members. Each moveable bowed frame tensioner can be configured for providing a load to the second internal tubing 72 of the second flexible sheath.

Embodiments contemplate that a plurality of hinged tensioners 90a-b can be used. A first and a second hinged tensioner can be connected between outer sections of a pair of arched roof members 46. A third and a fourth hinged tensioner 90c-d can be connected between outer sections of a pair of stationary arched roof members 32, with the third and fourth tensioner providing a load to the first flexible sheath.

In an embodiment, the modular protection and security device moves from 15 feet in length to 25 feet in length.

In an embodiment, the modular protection and security device has an adjustable height from 7 feet to 10 feet.

In an embodiment, the modular protection and security device 10 has an adjustable width from 10 feet to 14 feet.

In an embodiment, the removable fasteners are a pair of clamps that fasten to at least one of: a side of a board and a dock.

In embodiments, extensions of the bowed frames can be 1 foot in length, 2 feet in length, 3 feet in length for the extensions used for height. All extensions for height would have an identical length.

In embodiments, for widths, the extensions to the bowed frame can be 1 foot, 2 feet and 4 feet in length to variably adjust the width of the device over the boat slip. All width extensions would be identical in length.

The following is an Example of the invention.

A modular protection and security device with a telescoped or extended length of 24 feet and a width of 10 feet is installed for protecting a Four Winns™ H-220 boat within a 22 foot overall length boat slip.

For this exemplary modular protection and security device, eight (8) removable fasteners secure the modular protection and security device to both starboard and port sides of a dock forming a boat slip for the Four Winns™.

A stationary bowed frame that is an integrally connected together is crafted from 6063 T-52 grade aluminum square tubing is first installed to the removable fasteners.

Eight (8) stationary legs are used, one for each removable fastener. Each stationary leg is 10.5 inches in length.

Three (3) stationary arched roof members engage the stationary legs of the stationary bowed frame of this example. Each arched roof member can have a length of 22 feet.

Five (5) stationary crossbeams per side are mounted between pairs of stationary legs. Each stationary crossbeam can be 4 feet 10 inches in height.

Two stationary frame tracks are used, with each stationary frame track mounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame. Each stationary frame track can be C shaped, allowing rollers to roll freely in the frame track.

One upper track roller is mounted in each stationary frame track. Each upper track roller is made from nylon to reduce static charge buildup. Each stationary frame track can be coated to enhance cathodic protection of the device. Each upper track roller can be 4 inches in diameter.

A moveable bowed frame 15 feet long and 6 feet wide is mounted to the upper track rollers. The moveable bowed frame is slidable over the stationary bowed frame by rolling in the stationary frame tracks.

Four arched roof members form the moveable bowed frame.

Twelve (12) moveable bowed frame crossbeams can be mounted between pairs of arched roof members. Each arched roof member can be 23 feet long and made from continuous channel aluminum. Each moveable bowed frame crossbeam can be 4 feet 10 inches long and made from channel aluminum for both strength and light weight.

Two moveable frame tracks are used. Each moveable frame track is mounted to a side of the moveable bowed frame, such as on an upper crossbeam of the moveable bowed frame. Each moveable frame track can be 10 feet long.

Four lower track rollers can be used. Each lower track roller mounted to the movable bowed frame positioned for rolling within in the stationary frame tracks.

A first flexible sheath, made from 18 ounce ballistic material is installed over the stationary bowed frame.

The first flexible sheath has a first internal tubing is installed on each end of the first flexible sheath that extends through the first flexible sheath from one end to the other end.

The first flexible sheath has a length from end to end that is shorter than a length of the Four Winns™ boat.

A second flexible sheath 70 can be made from the same material as the first flexible sheath or a different material, such as a heavy waterproof material.

The second flexible sheath can have eyelets formed on the edges of the second flexible sheath which enable the second flexible sheath to be directly wired to the moveable bowed frame.

The second flexible sheath has a second internal tubing extending through the second flexible sheath from one end to the other end.

The second flexible sheath mounted to the moveable bowed frame is configured to fit on top of the moveable bowed frame, wherein the first flexible sheath is configured to fit between the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

The second moveable frame with second flexible sheath telescopes from the first moveable frame with first flexible sheath for a versatile and flexible boat slip cover.

While these embodiments have been described with emphasis on the embodiments, it should be understood that within the scope of the appended claims, the embodiments might be practiced other than as specifically described herein.

Claims

1. A modular protection and security device 10 for protecting a boat 12 within a boat slip 14 comprising:

a. a plurality of removable fasteners 20ab, each removable fastener for securing to a portion of a dock 16;

b. a stationary bowed frame 30 configured to be positioned over the boat slip 14 and secured to the plurality of removable fasteners;

c. a plurality of stationary frame tracks 34a-b, each stationary frame track mounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame;

d. a plurality of upper track rollers 36a mounted to the stationary bowed frame 30;

e. a moveable bowed frame 40 mounted to the upper track rollers and slidable over the stationary bowed frame 30;

f. a plurality of moveable frame tracks 42a, each moveable frame track mounted to a side of the moveable bowed frame;

g. a plurality of lower track rollers 44a-b mounted to the movable bowed frame 40 positioned for rolling within in the stationary frame tracks;

h. a first flexible sheath 60 with a first internal tubing 62 extending through the first flexible sheath from one end to the other end, the first flexible sheath mounted to the stationary bowed frame 30, the first flexible sheath having a length from end to end that is shorter than a length of the boat; and

i. a second flexible sheath 70 with a second internal tubing 72 extending through the second flexible sheath from one end to the other end, the second flexible sheath mounted to the moveable bowed frame 40 and wherein the first flexible sheath is configured to fit between the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

2. The modular protection and security device of claim 1, wherein the stationary bowed frame 30 comprises a plurality of stationary legs 31a-d and a plurality of stationary arched roof members 32, with each stationary arched roof member connected to each stationary leg, and a plurality of stationary crossbeams 33 mounted between pairs of stationary legs.

3. The modular protection and security device of claim 2, wherein the moveable bowed frame comprises a plurality of arched roof members 46a-d, and a plurality of moveable bowed frame crossbeams 47a-f mounted between pairs of arched roof members.

4. The modular protection and security device of claim 3, comprising a parking leg 48 mounted to an arched roof member 46b for fixing the moveable bowed frame to the dock 16.

5. The modular protection and security device of claim 1, comprising a wireless camera 105 connected to a power supply connected to a network 107 mounted to one end of the stationary bowed frame.

6. The modular protection and security device of claim 1, comprising a plurality of extensions 50abcdef for increasing for each stationary bowed frame and each moveable bowed frame at least one of a height and a width.

7. The modular protection and security device of claim 1, comprising a motor with worm gear 120 mounted to the stationary bowed frame 30 for extending and retracting the moveable bowed frame along the stationary frame track, the motor connected to a power supply 124.

8. The modular protection and security device of claim 7, comprising a remote control 130 connected to a network 107 for actuating the motor 120 from a remote location.

9. The modular protection and security device of claim 2 comprising a plurality of stationary cantilever anchor arms 150a, each stationary cantilever anchor arm connected between a pair of stationary legs.

10. The modular protection and security device of claim 1 comprising a message area 99 on the second flexible sheath.

11. The modular protection and security device of claim 3, comprising a plurality of tensioners 170abc, each tensioner mounted to one of the plurality of stationary legs 31 where the stationary leg meets the stationary arched roof member 32 configured for providing a load to the first internal tubing 62 of the first flexible sheath.

12. The modular protection and security device of claim 3, comprising a plurality of moveable bowed frame tensioners 172a-d, each of moveable bowed frame tensioner mounted to one of the arched roof members each moveable bowed frame tensioner configured for providing a load to the second internal tubing 72 of the second flexible sheath.

13. The modular protection and security device of claim 3, comprising a plurality of hinged tensioners 90a-b, with a first and second hinged tensioner connected between outer sections of a pair of arched roof members 46, a third and fourth hinged tensioner 90c-d connected between outer sections of a pair of stationary arched roof members 32, with the third and fourth tensioner providing a load to the first flexible sheath.