Abstract: A sunshade device and management system for mitigating the effects of climate change to help reduce the risk of extinction of plants, animals, and humans. The sunshade device has a canopy, which will collapse when lifted into the atmosphere by lifting devices, and open when the lifting devices are turned down or off, to provide shade. The canopy is preferably formed of a flexible lightweight solar panel film containing solar cells, which charge a battery power system which operates electrically powered propeller-driven lifting devices attached to a central portion of the canopy. The sunshade management device controls the lifting devices to manage the sunshade device elevation, angle and geolocation. The sunshade management device is provided with artificial intelligence and machine learning whereby it is able to make determinations regarding sunshade device takeoff and shutdown, and positioning of the elevation and angle of the canopy relative to the ground below, to maximize the shade effects of the canopy.

Abstract: A privacy enclosure that allows patients on stretchers to conveniently cover their face or torso during transports in public areas, during their stay at a hospital rooms and/or when a stable hospitalized individual is transported on a stretcher or bed from one area to another. The invention provides protection in order to respect and protect the privacy and dignity of patients. This device is intended, but is not limited to, being attached to a stretcher, either by the nursing staff or by the patient himself.

Abstract: An outdoor shelter having a tarp, a first loop at a first corner of the tarp on a first edge of the tarp, a second loop at a second corner of the tarp on the first edge of the tarp, a first rope at a first corner of the tarp on a second edge of the tarp opposite and parallel to the first edge of the tarp, and a second rope at a second corner of the tarp on the second edge of the tarp. The tarp, the first loop, the second loop, the first rope, and the second rope are stored in a pouch fixed to the tarp when the shelter is not in use. When needed, this outdoor shelter can be deployed in the shape of a lean-to or in the shape of a pointed snow plow.

Abstract: Personal protective equipment including hygienic barriers and methods of use to provide an improved barrier between a patient and a caregiver; where such barriers include a reinforced region and an enclosure portion, where the enclosure portion extends beyond the reinforced region such that when suspended above the patient, in a deployed configuration, the enclosure portion hangs down from the reinforced region through a force of gravity to form an enclosure space.

Abstract: A method for enhancing the rain and sun protection of a golf cart roof using a rain and sun shield device. The rain and sun shield for a covered golf cart is semi-permanently attached to the roof of a golf cart. The device is easy to install; will retrofit to any standard golf cart roof; does not interfere with the parking and storing profile (i.e. are sized to fit within the perimeter of any standard golf cart roof when in the closed position) of a fleet of golf carts. The device is easily opened and closed to provide the golf cart user with added sun and rain protection when in use.

Abstract: A portable enclosure includes a plurality of corner brackets, a suspension ring, a plurality of cords respectively connecting each of the plurality of corner brackets and the suspension ring, a plurality of rigid rods respectively connecting each of the plurality of corner brackets, a plurality of rigid rod cords respectively connecting each of the plurality of rigid rods, a privacy curtain, a zipper in the privacy curtain, the zipper configured to permit ingress and egress from the privacy curtain, a plurality of grommeted elastic connectors connecting the privacy curtain and each of the plurality of corner brackets, and a webbing configured to restrain the bottom of the privacy curtain.

Abstract: An automated vehicle cover assembly includes a disk that is positioned on a roof of a vehicle. A canopy unit is provided and the canopy unit is movably attached to the disk. The canopy unit is positionable in a deployed position having the canopy unit radiating outwardly from the disk to cover the vehicle for protection against sunlight and precipitation. Conversely, the canopy unit is positionable in a retracted position having the canopy unit positioned beneath the cover. A remote control is in wireless communication with the canopy unit and the remote control actuates the canopy unit into the deployed position or the retracted position.

Abstract: A transportable shelter includes a frame, an inner liner, and an outer liner. A plurality of interconnecting members of the frame are connected to create a fixed structural element, at least one end structural element, and a plurality of purlin portions. The purlin portions attach the fixed structural element to a first end structural element. The fixed structural element has a first inner track and a first outer track, and the first end structural element has a second inner track and a second outer track. The inner liner attaches to the first and second inner tracks, and the outer panel attaches to the first and second outer tracks. A dead-air space exists between the inner liner and the outer panel when the frame is assembled and the inner liner and the outer panel are connected to both the fixed structural element and the first end structural element.

Abstract: An apparatus for raising and lowering a vehicle cover is provided. The apparatus includes a flexible member having a first end and a second end, the flexible member configured to flex so that, with the first end positioned adjacent to a vehicle and the second and positioned generally higher than the vehicle, the second end raises the vehicle cover up from the vehicle and lowers the vehicle cover down towards the vehicle. The second end of the flexible member is configured to retain the vehicle cover.

Abstract: An umbrella canopy that opens and closes not from a stick from within the interior of the umbrella canopy but from the exterior crown where a line is pulled to open the umbrella canopy and where a button is pushed to close the umbrella canopy. The interior of the umbrella canopy includes no stick to hold up the umbrella canopy. Taut edges of the umbrella canopy hold up the umbrella canopy, for instance, on the top edges of a playyard.

Abstract: A wheeled land vehicle covering system configured for one-person operation, the covering system having a covering system frame composed of a plurality of spaced apart uprights which support an overhead track from which a vehicle cover is suspended that is extendable along the track to cover a vehicle and which is retractable to uncover the vehicle. Each one of the uprights is height adjustable to adjust how far a top of the cover is above a roof of a vehicle to maintain a ventilation space therebetween. The cover is configured for one-person removal for storage when it is disposed in the fully retracted position. Such a cover also is configured for one-person installation when it is desired to reinstall the cover. The cover is attached by a hanger arrangement that enables extension and retraction of the cover by enabling relative extensible and retractable movement of the cover along the track.

Abstract: A lightweight shelter for hikers that uses two trekking poles for support. This shelter includes an outer canopy (or “fly”) that is rectangle shaped at the base, and a sleeping area which is uniquely positioned on a diagonal relative to the rectangular outer wall. This shelter also includes a ridgeline supported by two trekking poles which are positioned on the crossing diagonal to the sleeping area and inwards from the base of the outer wall such that this shelter can erect into a stable position without additional support beyond what is provided by the canopy.

Abstract: This invention is directed toward a rotating arm that can quickly and easily cover and uncover a greenhouse. The invention comprises a base unit to which is attached a rotating arm. The base unit is secured into cement and the rotating arm unit is attached at its end to a tarp. As a worker rotates the arm, the greenhouse tarp is quickly moved in the direction or rotation. A greenhouse with one of these inventions at either end can be covered and uncovered by a single person in a matter of seconds and removes the need for the motors and complicated apparatus associated with the prior art.

Abstract: Embodiments herein describe various structural components for a lightweight tent. Structural components include a split tip for a tent pole end, configured to receive and secure one or more cords from a tent canopy. The one or more cords may be configured with stoppers that may fit into corresponding recesses on the split tip to assist in retention. Other components include a coupler for attaching one or more cords from the tent canopy. The coupler may be secured to a tent pole section by a retaining ring, or by cooperation of a groove in the tent pole with a corresponding ridge on the coupler.

Abstract: A swivel rocker having a swivel rocker frame that in turn includes a rocker frame portion and a swivel frame portion that can induce the three types of motion of swivel or roll, rock or pitch, and spin or yaw. The swivel frame portion can be quickly engaged to and disengaged from the rocker frame portion. Each of the swivel frame portion and rocker frame portion is foldable to a compact form. Each of the swivel frame portion and rocker frame portion includes a hub portion, which hub portions are rotatable relative to each other and lockable relative to each other.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an easily assembled and disassembled shade-providing structure, such as may be mounted to a playground assembly. The shade-providing structure comprises an outer frame defining an interior space and a canopy that may be positioned in that interior space. The canopy has one or more rods around its periphery, such as may be inserted through one or more pockets in the canopy fabric. Each of the outer frame and the rod(s) has a set of apertures configured to receive a locking fastener and a set of apertures configured to receive a jack screw or similar tensioning device. Accordingly, to assembly the structure, one or more jack screws can be used to provide the canopy with a desired tension and then locking fasteners can be used to secure the canopy to the outer frame.

Abstract: A protective enclosure having a flexible outer wall including a conducting layer and an insulating layer and having a closable opening for protecting a vehicle from damaging electromagnetic fields. Also, the method of using the protective enclosure to protect vehicles or other devices from damage by electromagnetic fields.

Abstract: Flexible containment tubes form sections of a dike for fluid containment. Structural supports are inserted into the flexible contain tubes and the tube sealed to form structure supported dike sections. For example, a supporting structure may be configured with a given length and cross sectional diameter to provide structural support to a vinyl-coated polyester tube with a 12-36 inch diameter. The structure is sealed within the tube and, in turn, the tube may be filled with a fluid such as water to create structure supported containment dike. The length of the supporting structure may be selected based on the width of an entryway to create structure supported dike section of a give length that provide a seal across the entryways against floodwaters.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter provides an apparatus for protecting an occupant in a stroller from harmful environmental factors including UV and air pollutants. The apparatus can include an interchangeable cover configured to substantially enclose the occupant and cover at least a portion of the stroller to form an enclosure. The interchangeable cover can include a flexible plastic film that protects the occupant from UV radiation. The interchangeable cover can have an inlet, a fan connected to the inlet to draw ambient air into the enclosure, and a filter unit configured to filter the ambient air. The fan is further configured to blow the filtered ambient air along an interior surface of the enclosure and to maintain a positive air pressure within the enclosure.

Abstract: A portable outdoor faucet is configured for attachment with a source of water via a hose. The faucet comprises a shower nob and a sprayer head, connected in relation to a main valve, which is operable to selectively direct fluid to the shower nob and the sprayer head. A hose attachment is connected in relation to the main valve. The hose attachment for attachment of a hose originating from a water source for directing water from the water source to the valve. A clamp assembly supports the main valve in relation to an environmental surface.

Abstract: In order to provide an infrastructure device which is of variable design and can be used and extended in a flexible way, it is proposed that the infrastructure device is of modular design and comprises at least one base unit and one or more infrastructure units.

Abstract: A mobility vehicle including a wheeled frame having two front wheels and two rear wheels; a seat disposed at a widthwise center of the mobility vehicle over the front wheels and the two rear wheels; a first mounting member mounted between a first front wheel and a first rear wheel on a first side of the mobility vehicle; a second mounting member mounted between a second front wheel and a second rear wheel on a second side of the mobility vehicle parallel to the first side of the mobility vehicle; and a protection system mounted to the first mounting member and to the second mounting member and providing cover over the seat.

Abstract: A vehicle top lift and storage system is disclosed herein. The vehicle top lift and storage system includes a lift mechanism configured to attach to a vehicle top and to suspend the vehicle top. The left mechanism may include various configurations of straps, hooks, or pulleys, as described herein, to aid in removal of the vehicle top from a vehicle.

Abstract: This invention provides protection from mosquitoes for an individual lying on a bed. An articulated frame supports mosquito netting over the exposed flesh of the individual. The articulated frame is easily deployed and retracted by the individual while lying on the bed. In the retracted position the bed is fully accessible for making-up or changing the bedding.

Abstract: There is described a canopy system comprising two or more parallel elongated rods, one or more canopy pieces having two parallel edges, two or more elongated bars connected to each of the two or more parallel elongated rods and attached to each of the two parallel edges of the one or more canopy pieces, and at least one connection mechanism attached to each of the elongated rods having a connector that is capable of being suspended from a support. The elongated rods may include at least one lower cavity having two channels each configured to detachably and slidably receive each of the elongated bars. The lower cavity may have a groove that is configured to detachably and slidably receive an accessory. The elongated rods each may include at least one upper cavity configured to detachably and slidably receive each connection mechanism and a second accessory.

Abstract: A cargo transporter loading assembly for loading bulk material onto a cargo transporter. The assembly includes a frame carrying a pivotally mounted boom. A distal end of the boom carries a head part encased by a cover and configured to prevent wind and rain ingress into the region between the boom and a cargo hold of a cargo transporter during bulk material loading.

Abstract: The personal safety survival device includes a plurality of elongated inflation members that collectively form a triangular enclosure. The triangular enclosure has an opening at distal ends, which enables an end user to climb into the triangular enclosure. The personal safety survival device includes an auto-inflation system that inflates the triangular enclosure when triggered, and is to be used as a life raft that keeps the end user out of water, and safe from drowning. The auto-inflation system includes a CO2 canister in fluid communication with all the elongated inflation members. Each of the elongated inflation members include a manual inflate nozzle. When deflated, the personal safety survival device is able to be rolled up into a relatively small size, and includes a carrying strap as well as a pull cord.

Abstract: A system for protecting stored goods in a storage room, having one or more storage constructions formed by one or more pesticide treated nets (30, 31), capable of enclosing the stored goods, where the storage construction further includes a support frame, means for suspending the support frame, means for opening and closing at least one section of the storage construction while the support frame is in a suspended state, and means for avoiding an overall structural collapse if a net gets entangled. The system is particularly useful for the storage of tobacco, coffee, dried fruits, cocoa, nuts, tea, cereals and spices.

Abstract: A shelter configuration for a portable human transport system comprises a canopy attachment, optionally with a rain-fly closure, for protecting a casualty from inclement weather or external interference by pests or animals. The attachment enables aerial lifting or elevation of the patient in a fully enclosed transport system.

Abstract: An umbrella is provided that has a transverse member mounted canopy control module. The umbrella has a support structure and a canopy. The support structure has a first support member having an upper end and a second support member. The second support member has a first end disposed adjacent to the first support member and a second end disposed away from the first end. The second support member extending along a longitudinal axis disposed transverse to the first support member. The canopy has an upper hub. The upper hub is coupled with the second support member. The umbrella also has an enclosure disposed at the first end of the second support member. A canopy control mechanism is at least partially disposed in the enclosure to alter the configuration of the canopy.

Abstract: A cantilever canopy is disclosed for extending over a surface. The cantilever canopy includes a first telescoping support member and a second telescoping support member. A telescoping coupling member is secured between the first telescoping support member and second telescoping support member. A first pivot hinge pivotably couples the first telescoping support member with a first telescoping cantilever member. A second pivot hinge pivotably couples the second telescoping support member with a second telescoping cantilever member. A screen extends between the first telescoping cantilever member and the second telescoping cantilever member for providing shelter under the screen.

Abstract: A sun shading apparatus includes a supporting frame, a shading frame and a shading fabric. The supporting frame includes first and second leg frames, and a supporting bar extended between the first and the second leg frames, while the second leg frame has third and fourth mounting slots. The shading frame includes first and second coupling joints each having a V-shaped cross section, first and second frame members, and a reinforcing frame, wherein the supporting bar is extended between the first and second coupling joints. The first and the second frame member are coupled with the first coupling joint and the second coupling joint respectively, while the reinforcing frame is extended between the first and second frame member and the supporting bar to form a support platform. The shading fabric is detachably mounted on the support platform for shading adverse weather condition.

Abstract: The present invention is a hunting blind configured to attach to a tree. The hunting blind includes a top member with two ends and multiple arms. The top member wraps around the tree and each arm extends downward and outward away from the tree. The arms are staked into the ground in the desired position such that a hunter can sit in the opening formed by the hunting blind.

Abstract: A retractable canopy assembly includes a recoiling member that has a first end, a second end and a perimeter wall extending between the first and second ends. A mount is attached to the recoiling member and is configured to engage a dwelling surface. A canopy has an attached end, a free end, a top surface, a bottom surface, a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. The attached end extends through the canopy aperture and is attached to the spindle of the recoiling member. The recoiling member retracts the canopy into the recoiling member when the spindle rotates in the first direction. A pair of legs each is pivotally attached to the canopy adjacent to the free end. A pair of side panels each has a fixable end and a hanging end. Each of the first and second lateral edges has one of the fixable ends removably coupled thereto.

Abstract: A wheelchair covering device extends around a wheelchair to protect a user positioned in the wheelchair against inclement weather, such as rain, snow, sunlight and the like. The device includes a support unit configured for coupling to a wheelchair. A canopy is coupled to the support unit. The canopy is configured for extending over and shading a seat of the wheelchair. A flexible panel is removably coupled to the canopy. The panel is configured to extend around the seat of the wheelchair.

Abstract: A chair shade including a cover sheet, frame having a first end and a second end, a sliding unit simultaneously affixed to the cover sheet and slideably affixed to the frame such that the sliding unit moves along the length of the frame when a force is applied and maintains its position on the frame when no force is applied and a securing unit that secures the first end and second end of the frame to corresponding opposite sides of a chair.

Abstract: There is described a canopy system comprising two or more parallel elongated rods, one or more canopy pieces having two parallel edges, two or more elongated bars connected to each of the two or more parallel elongated rods and attached to each of the two parallel edges of the one or more canopy pieces, and at least one connection mechanism attached to each of the elongated rods having a connector that is capable of being suspended from a support. The elongated rods may include at least one lower cavity having two channels each configured to detachably and slidably receive each of the elongated bars. The lower cavity may have a groove that is configured to detachably and slidably receive an accessory. The elongated rods each may include at least one upper cavity configured to detachably and slidably receive each connection mechanism and a second accessory.

Abstract: A shelter configuration for a portable human transport system comprises a canopy attachment, optionally with a rain-fly closure, for protecting a casualty from inclement weather or external interference by pests or animals. The attachment enables aerial lifting or elevation of the patient in a fully enclosed transport system.

Abstract: A hammock enclosure including a rain fly, insect netting, and a load-bearing gear sling for providing the user of the hammock protection from rain, wind, and insects, and for permitting gear suspended above the ground surface to be stored in the same protected area, while providing access to the gear from both inside and outside of the enclosure, is described. The enclosure further includes opposing tubular end portions disposed in the rain fly through which the load-bearing suspension lines of the hammock pass, whereby protection is provided without having to deploy the enclosure such that it is centered over the hammock, once the tubular end portions are tightened about the suspension lines. The tubular portions further permit the present enclosure to be used with any camping hammock.

Abstract: A cover device configured to be used in combination with a furniture piece. The device is selectively positionable between a deployed orientation and one or more stowed orientations. In the deployed orientation, a cover of the device extends over the furniture piece and forms an interior space sized for a user. The cover shelters the interior space from noise and light, and may also insulate the interior space to control an interior temperature. In the stowed orientations, the cover is positioned in proximity to the furniture piece in a manner of the user's choosing and may be configured to have an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Abstract: Provided are a lightweight, compact reinforcing tape capable of improving a tensile strength. A reinforcing tape for reinforcing a tensile strength of a cloth includes weft threads which constitute a weave structure of the reinforcing tape, and warp threads which constitute a weave structure of the reinforcing tape, wherein a part of the warp threads are made of a high-strength fiber.

Abstract: An adjustable blind apparatuses for attaching to a support that extends from the ground. The blind apparatus includes a frame that has a frame rear portion for engaging the support with a frame coupling to brace the frame against the support. The frame further includes a frame front portion that is spaced from the frame rear portion, and a curtain that is coupled with the frame. An adjustment member extends between a stationary surface and the frame front portion for moving the frame front portion between various positions to adjust the distance between the curtain and the ground, and to reinforce the front frame front portion. The adjustment member includes a first leg for engaging the stationary surface, and a second leg in telescoping relationship with the first leg that includes a mounting coupling interconnecting the second leg and the frame front portion.

Abstract: A canopy with removable blind for hunting tree stand. A bracket removably attaches to a tree with straps, and one or more supports extend upwards from the bracket to a roof, around whose outer edges a blind may removably hang. The roof folds for storage and transportation, and the bracket is composed of two bracket end plates joined by at least one bracket vertical member. The bracket may be easily assembled and disassembled for storage or transportation. Bolts or quick-remove pins attach the support(s) to the bracket and the roof. The canopy is designed for use with an existing tree stand mounted below the roof. When installed above an existing tree stand, the canopy protects the tree stand occupants from weather, and the blind hides the occupants from view.

Abstract: A hunting blind is presently disclosed that includes a central support comprising a main body and an extendable portion, the extendable portion configured to maintain the hunting blind in an upright position, a gun rest secured to the main body of the central support opposite the extendable portion, a plurality of ribs pivotally secured to the main body of the central support, the ribs configured to rotate between an open configuration and a closed configuration, and a screen comprising a plurality of opaque screen sections, each screen section secured to at least one rib and at least one other rib or the main body of the central support, each screen section comprising a flexible material such that the screen sections are collapsible, wherein when the ribs are in the open configuration, the screen is configured to obscure a hunter from a target.

Abstract: The present invention concerns apparatus and methods for covering and uncovering a desired object. Particular embodiments include a covering system comprising: a cover operably connected to a plurality of translational members translationally positioned along a track suspended above the cover, the track being operably attached to two or more hangers; and, one or more suspension members each extending between one of the two or more hangers and the track such that the one or more suspension members are configured to pivotally suspend the track from the two or more hangers, where each of the one or more suspension members are configured to pivot such that the track is configured to pivot relative the hanger.

Abstract: A load-absorbing device introduces load forces such as cable forces or tensioning forces of sheet-shaped structures into supporting structures (10). At least one load-absorbing part (36, 40) can be anchored on the supporting structure (10) via a bearing element (24). The load-absorbing part (36, 40) has a transmission body (36) forming a convexly shaped transmission surface guided on the bearing element (24) on a carrier surface formed from surface parts adapted to the convexity of the transmission surface.

Abstract: The present invention concerns apparatus and methods for covering and uncovering a desired object. Particular embodiments include a covering system comprising: a cover operably connected to a plurality of translational members translationally positioned along a track; two or more hangers having a vertically extending portion and an outwardly extending portion, the track being operably attached to the outwardly extending portion; means for mounting hangers in a rotatable arrangement to a structure about a vertical axis.

Abstract: A sun shading apparatus includes a supporting frame, a shading frame and a shading fabric. The supporting frame includes first and second leg frames, and a supporting bar extended between the first and the second leg frames, while the second leg frame has third and fourth mounting slots. The shading frame includes first and second coupling joints each having a V-shaped cross section, first and second frame members, and a reinforcing frame, wherein the supporting bar is extended between the first and second coupling joints. The first and the second frame member are coupled with the first coupling joint and the second coupling joint respectively, while the reinforcing frame is extended between the first and second frame member and the supporting bar to form a support platform. The shading fabric is detachably mounted on the support platform for shading adverse weather condition.

Abstract: A load-absorbing device initiates load forces such as cable forces or tensioning forces of sheet-shaped structures into supporting structures (10). At least one bearing element (24, 80) is anchored on supporting structure (10). A tie rod (40) of a load-absorbing part (36, 40) is connected to the bearing element. A connection device (50) for tension members (16; 98) cooperates with the tie bar (40). The connection device (50) has at least one connection wing (66) projecting laterally from the longitudinal axis (A) and forming at least one connection point (69a) offset with respect to the longitudinal axis (A).

Abstract: An adjustable blind apparatuses for attaching to a support that extends from the ground. The blind apparatus includes a frame that has a frame rear portion for engaging the support with a frame coupling to brace the frame against the support. The frame further includes a frame front portion that is spaced from the frame rear portion, and a curtain that is coupled with the frame. An adjustment member extends between a stationary surface and the frame front portion for moving the frame front portion between various positions to adjust the distance between the curtain and the ground, and to reinforce the front frame front portion. The adjustment member includes a first leg for engaging the stationary surface, and a second leg in telescoping relationship with the first leg that includes a mounting coupling interconnecting the second leg and the frame front portion.