Abstract: Solar outdoor furniture provided by this invention includes a furniture body, a control module and a solar power generation module. The furniture body has an object holding portion, and the object holding portion has a glass panel. The control module is disposed at the object holding portion. The solar power generation module is disposed at one side of the glass panel and electrically connected with the control module. The solar outdoor furniture provided in this invention is capable of self-supply of power and is green and environmentally-friendly. In addition, the solar outdoor furniture can supply power to peripheral device for users to entertain, thereby achieving the multi-function of outdoor furniture.

Abstract: A carryable temporary layout blind comprising a frame for elevating the seating elements off the ground, and one or more closeable doors or flaps with a handle for simple and rapid opening and closing. The layout blind is collapsible into a carryable configuration and includes straps for carrying the collapsed blind in a fashion similar to a backpack.

Abstract: Described are reclining passenger seats having deployable leg rests coupled to the seat bottom. An actuator, which may be a gas cylinder, spring, or electric motor, moves the deployable leg rest between stowed and deployed positions. A locking mechanism may be used to stabilize the deployable leg rest in the stowed position, the deployed position, or any intermediate position. The coupling of the deployable leg rest to the seat bottom allows for a greater range of movement with a lighter, more compact mechanism.

Abstract: A self-aligning, compactable, collapsible seating structure formed by sections of hollow tubing, each hollow tubing component has a first end having a first diameter and a second opposing region having a second, reduced diameter. Reduced diameter regions are insertable into said tubing regions having a first diameter to form a self-aligning joint. A pair of rigid, U-shape frames are rotatively connected together to form an A-frame shaped support. Dimensions of the chair in an operational, deployed configuration may be reduced along two dimensions (i.e., height, length) into a compacted configuration for storage or transport. The novel chair may be compacted into a thin bundle that may be rolled up in and contained within fabric that forms a portion of the chair. In its compacted, rolled up state, the novel chair is suitable for transportation within a backpack or other such enclosure.

Abstract: An infant seat covering system comprises a cover, two elastic side straps having hooks at the ends thereof, a plurality of ovoid clasps and cooperating eyelets for engaging an infant seat, two retraction hooks for engaging a series of retraction eyelets disposed longitudinally along a back portion of the cover, the retraction hooks being disposed near an upper portion of the cover on a front portion of the cover whereby the cover can be retracted to one or more retracted positions according to the refraction eyelets.

Abstract: A system for storing a cover for a motorcycle comprises a storage case mounted to a motorcycle, wherein the storage case includes a main housing and a lid, and a storage pouch defining an inner cavity and at least one opening, wherein the storage pouch is configured to be mounted to the lid of the storage case. The system further comprises a cover that is stowable in the inner cavity of the storage pouch in a stowed mode of operation and configured to extend around at least a portion of the motorcycle in a deployed mode of operation, a mounting bracket mountable to an inner surface of the lid of the storage case, and a retaining member including a first portion mountable to the mounting bracket and a second portion mountable to the main housing of the storage case.

Abstract: A screen tent apparatus for beach chair that includes a netting apparatus disposed to overlie a pair of bowed frame members, said bowed frame members attachable to each of a first bar and a second bar releasably securable to the respective head and foot of an extant beach chair, wherein the netting apparatus concavely situates a roof section overlying said beach chair and a pair of side sheets vertically encloses each side of said beach chair, whereby a user is enabled screened comfort in the outdoors and entry of insects to the beach chair and a user seated thereupon is preventable.

Abstract: Apparatuses for protecting internal structures of a vehicle from environmental factors, such as light and/or heat, and methods of making and using such apparatuses are described. The apparatus reflects sunlight, ultra-violet rays, and/or heat away from the internal structure(s) of a vehicle, such as the seats, the steering wheel, and/or the gear shift. Therefore, absorption of heat and sunlight is minimized or prevented while the vehicle is parked in the sun. The apparatuses cover the entire major surface(s) of the internal structure(s), and thus enable an individual to immediately sit on or contact the interior structures of the vehicle without experiencing pain or discomfort when entering the vehicle.

Abstract: A bench system having a first and second panel mounted atop a first and second leg and a third and fourth leg, the panels are separated by a gap, the first leg and third leg and the second leg and fourth leg are pivotally connected via a pivot component, the legs are adjustable in length via an adjusting means, a sheet atop the panels, straps attached to the sheet at a first and second side, an extension sheet having a first and second side edge, and a top edge, wherein the top edge or a portion thereof is removably attached to the fourth side of the sheet via an attachment means, the first and second side edges of the extension sheet extend past the legs and sheet, and a pole on each side edge of the extension sheet.

Abstract: This patent pertains to patient contact compensating wheelchairs. One implementation includes a motorized base that includes a battery and a seat positioned above the base. In one instance, the seat can include a moisture permeable structure configured to support a patient and a fan configured to move air below the moisture permeable structure to carry moisture from the patient away from the moisture permeable structure. Another implementation includes a set of patient contact objects configured to alternatively contact first and then second portions of an underside of the moisture permeable structure so that at a first time more of the patient's weight is supported at the first portion than at the second portion and at a second time more of the patient's weight is supported at the second portion than at the first portion, to relieve contact pressure of the patient.

Abstract: A motor vehicle seat including a seat portion having a wind deflector provided in a storage compartment thereof, the wind deflector being mounted for movement between a rest position in the storage compartment and an active position out of the storage compartment. The seat portion also has a rotational joint configured to permit rotation of the seat portion between a first orientation in which the seat portion permits a user to assume a seated position, and a second orientation in which the seat portion permits the wind deflector to assume the active position.

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention are directed toward child conveyance devices and canopies therefore. In one embodiment a child conveyance device comprises a shell including a first canopy recess, a support surface configured to support a child, and a retractable canopy mounted on a canopy cap pivotally coupled to the shell and configured to support the canopy above at least a portion of the support surface and to secure a first portion of the canopy in a retracted configuration within the first canopy recess upon positioning of the canopy cap in a closed configuration.

Abstract: An infant carrier apparatus comprises a support frame, a seat assembly and handle assembly respectively connected with the support frame, a backrest frame, and a child holding accessory. The child holding accessory can be detachably installed on the infant carrier apparatus, supported by the backrest frame and the handle assembly. In one embodiment, the child holding accessory includes a support bracket and an enclosure. For installing the child holding accessory, the backrest frame is adjusted to a position inclined forward. The child holding accessory can be then installed between the backrest frame and the handle assembly, wherein the child holding accessory has two opposite end portions respectively connected with the backrest frame and the handle assembly.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.

Abstract: A personal weather shelter is disclosed comprising a seat portion, a shelter portion, one or more arms, one or more screw assemblies, and one or more rotating assemblies. Said seat portion comprises a base, a seat back, a front, a back, a first side, a second side, a top and a bottom. Said arms each comprise a first end and a second end. Said first ends of said arms each attach to said seat portion with said screw assembly and are each capable of rotating on said screw assemblies relative to said seat portion. Said shelter portion is capable of attaching and rotating relative to said second ends of each of said arms with said rotating assemblies. Said personal weather shelter is capable of transitioning between an open configuration and a closed configuration by rotating arms about screw assemblies and shelter portion about rotating assemblies.

Abstract: A retaining apparatus for retaining goods stored upon a vehicle seat in a vehicle is provided. The vehicle seat has a seat portion and a back portion with the seat portion having a front and a back and the back portion having a head rest. The retaining apparatus comprises a pouch having a first end, a second end, and an opening between the first end and the second end. A pouch securing mechanism secures the pouch to the front of the seat portion. A seat net is connected to the pouch within the opening. A seat net securing mechanism secures the other end of the seat net to the head rest wherein the seat net is alternatingly completely receivable within the pouch and extendable from the pouch to the head rest of the vehicle seat thereby creating a compartment between the seat net and the vehicle seat.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a stowable covering that fits about a child seat to cover an infant or child placed therein. The covering may include a sheet of flexible fabric having a top surface, a bottom surface, an outer periphery defining an opening through which a portion of the child seat may be received, a coupling mechanism at the outer periphery, and a pocket. The coupling mechanism may be configured to secure the sheet about the child seat by constricting about a portion of the child seat and the pocket may be coupled to the sheet to permit the sheet to be folded and stowed within the pocket.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.

Abstract: A stroller or carseat shade is formed from a fabric having a middle section tapered on two sides. Rod tunnels run from a first taper across the middle section to a second taper. An elastic section is formed to wrap around and cling to an existing canopy on a stroller or car seat. The shade is symmetrical relative to a front to back axis. Fasteners are positioned at a series of overlapping stop positions parallel to the front to back axis.

Abstract: An apparatus to deter pets from lying on a seat portion which extends between opposite arms each on an end of a piece of furniture comprising: i) a large spring having an extended length sufficient to extend across a width of the seat portion of the piece of furniture, the spring having a sufficient diameter to extend across a substantial depth of the seat portion; ii) a fabric sleeve loosely surrounding the large spring, the sleeve also having a length sufficient to extend across a width of the seat portion of the furniture; iii) two end panels, each attached to an opposite end portion of the large spring and an end portion of the fabric sleeve; and, iv) end panel attachment mechanism spaced around a periphery of the end panels to attach the end panels together in a storage position with the spring compressed therebetween.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing protection from rays from the sun while performing outdoor tasks including at least one of mowing a lawn with a lawn mower and pushing a stroller. The apparatus comprises a sunshade having a predetermined shape, a predetermined size and formed of a first predetermined material. A frame member includes at least two substantially U-shaped members and is engageable with an underside of the sunshade. A respective one of a pair of elongated members is engageable at a first end thereof with a respective end of one of the at least two substantially U-shaped members and is further engageable on a second end with a handle of at least one of a lawn mower and a stroller. One of a clamp and a screw member is used for securing the pair of elongated members to such handle of such lawn mower and such stroller.

Abstract: The present device protects a tree stand attached to a tree comprising a fabric member having a first and mating edges. The first edge includes a channel and the mating edge is divided into three sections. The first and third sections are parallel to the tree and the second section is disposed between the first and third sections. Further, the second section includes a channel. The fabric member is configured to cover a portion of the tree stand with the mating edge against the tree. The device includes two securing members each having connectable ends. A portion of the first securing member is disposed within the first channel and a portion of the second securing member is disposed with the second channel. Additionally, the device includes a connecting member having a first end that engages the first securing member and a second end that engages the second securing member.

Abstract: Two rows of seats (11, 12, 13) and (21, 22, 23), each having a seat cushion (2), a backrest (3) and a head rest (4) with wings (5). The outer seats (11, 13; 21, 23) face in one direction whilst the middle seats (12; 22) face in the other direction. The result is that the passenger in the middle seat (22) can look directly along lines of sight S at the passengers in the outer seats (11, 13) of the next row and vice versa, which they would prefer not to be able to do. The lines of sight pass the wings (5) of the head rests in front of the passengers concerned. The wings (5) extend from the edges (6) of their head rests (4) and have (screens 101) pivoted to the outside of the wings at their proximal ends (7). The screens comprise an outer frame (102) and a fabric screen material (103) within the frame. It is this material that interrupts the lines of sight S.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.

Abstract: A chair provisioned with an apparatus for converting solar energy to power electrical devices which comprises the chair having a seat member and a backrest member to support a person thereon. A mechanism stored in the chair, is for converting the solar energy into electrical energy. At least one socket in the chair is electrically connected to the solar energy converting mechanism, wherein at least one of the electrical devices can plug into the at least one socket to receive the electrical energy therefrom.

Abstract: An adjustable seating canopy that is removably mounted to a seat. The canopy includes a set of frame elements that defines a curved shape of the canopy. The canopy includes a set of air channels that are formed by partially joining two layers of fabric that form the canopy. In addition, the set of air channels are oriented substantially perpendicular to an arced axis traveled by at least one frame element in the set of frame elements. The canopy includes a set of pivoting mechanisms attached to one or more frame elements which causes the canopy to be adjustably positioned above the chair along the arced axis. The canopy also includes a set of detachable clamping devices for mounting the canopy to the chair.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.

Abstract: One embodiment of the folding chair with a hood combination includes a detachable hood, which is located on the rear of the seat assembly. By squeezing the safety clip will release the hood rods. Then raising inserted rod by hand in extended position until the rod base lock in place. Release the rod arms to lock in the notch of the rear support poles. Allowing the hinge where the rod arm and the rod base are connected to fold. Remove hood from pouch located on the rear of the seat assembly. Then place front end of the hood arrow pockets inside the arrow tips of rod assembly. Further attach the back end of detachable hood with fasteners inside the pouch located on rear seat assembly.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved from a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.

Abstract: A lawn chair with an incorporated solar light protective device that is designed to provide an outdoor place to sit down, while at the same time, provide a place to hide an individual from the potentially damaging rays of the sun. The device includes a sheet of flexible material, preferably canvas, that is mounted above a lawn chair. Some aspects of the sheet are adjustable to allow to be adjusted as needed for various users. The sheet is preferably placed over the head end of the lawn chair, protecting an individual's upper body while the individual is lying in the lawn chair.

Abstract: A canopy frame particularly applicable for deck chairs, garden chairs, beach chairs and the like, which can easily be assembled or disassembled in the place itself to be used or carried by the user which comprises a set of flexible rods coupled with each other in an axial way and which define respective side poles which are extended respectively like an arc on opposite sides of the chair or deck chair and separated between them by a distance which is the same or bigger that the space covered by said chair under the frame and a set of rigid rods which define the respective mounting supports of the side poles. The rods of said mounting supports have a horizontal segment which define a coupling tip to the chair or deck chair and a coupling tip to the corresponding side pole.

Abstract: A protective cover for furniture from pet hair, dander and dirt. The cover is contained within a housing in a rolled state so that it can be easily extended and retracted as desired. Furthermore, the cover has at least one transverse pocket within the body of the cover containing a rigid member that can be tucked between the seat and back rest to keep the cover taut and prevent casual displacement during use. Also provided is a weighted leading edge that will keep the cover taut on the seat and front of the furniture.

Abstract: An adjustable seating canopy that is removably mounted to a seat. The canopy includes a set of frame elements that defines a curved shape of the canopy. The canopy includes a set of air channels that are formed by partially joining two layers of fabric that form the canopy. In addition, the set of air channels are oriented substantially perpendicular to an arced axis traveled by at least one frame element in the set of frame elements. The canopy includes a set of pivoting mechanisms attached to one or more frame elements which causes the canopy to be adjustably positioned above the chair along the arced axis. The canopy also includes a set of detachable clamping devices for mounting the canopy to the chair.

Abstract: A collapsible bench and canopy has a seat frame made up of a plurality of crossing pairs of seat tubes pivotally connected to each other supporting a fabric seat. A fabric back rest is supported by back tubes attached to the seat frame and a canopy is supported by the back tubes to provide shelter to occupants of the collapsible bench. The bench and canopy can be collapsed in one piece by pivoting down the canopy and ten moving the crossing pairs of seat tubes so that each pair is substantially aligned.

Abstract: Disclosed is a passenger seat, especially an airline passenger seat, comprising seat components such as a seat part, a backrest, and an armrest (3), at least one of which is movably disposed relative to the other seat components to adjust the position, and a partition (9, 11) that can be transferred between an operational position in which the same extends in a lateral shielding area of the seat and a non-operational position in which the same unblocks the shielding area. The partition is composed of several wall parts (9, 11) which extend in the shielding area in the operational position and interact via a guiding device (43, 45) such that the movement of one wall part (9) during the transfer between the non-operational and the operational position entrains another wall part (11).

Abstract: In one exemplary embodiment, an apparatus for covering a piece of furniture generally includes a base, a spool rotatably supported by the base, and a cover coupled to the spool. The apparatus may also include an attachment device for removably attaching a portion of the cover to the furniture piece for helping retain the cover's position relative to the furniture piece. The spool may be rotatable in a first rotational direction relative to the spool mount for winding the cover onto the spool. The spool may also be rotatable in a second rotational direction opposite that of the first rotational direction for unwinding the cover from the spool, to thereby allow the unwound cover to be placed generally over the furniture piece.

Abstract: A fitted cover for a lounge chair is disclosed. The fitted cover includes a plurality of pockets secured along the side edges thereof to allow for the storage of personal items. The fitted cover has an auxiliary pocket to allow for the storage of additional personal articles and to shield user's head or face against sun rays. The auxiliary pocket can be fixedly elevated in a variety of desired angular orientations.

Abstract: Wheeled covers for patio furniture are described. The patio furniture covers include wheels attached to the covers that are positioned to secure to and support at least two locations on the covered patio furniture. When the patio furniture covers are used to cover the patio furniture, the covered patio furniture may then be easily wheeled using the cover wheels to move the covered patio furniture from one location to another. Thus, the patio furniture itself need not have wheels, and no modification of the patio furniture is required. The wheels of the patio furniture covers may be secured to the patio furniture to ensure stability of the wheeled configuration. The covers may include a self-contained or self-attached storage bag or pouch in which the patio furniture cover may be stored when not in use.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved form a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.

Abstract: A readily assembled and removable shade for use with swings in which the user of the swing is afforded substantial protection from the sun, UV radiation, wind and rain is provided. The shade is configured to be used with many different types of swings.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a reboard system comprising a steeply inclined backrest for transporting infants and toddlers approximately in a half-lying, half-sitting posture, particularly in a car opposite the direction of travel thereof, it being possible to vary the length of the backrest in the direction of the spine of an infant sitting in the reboard system when a child is in the reboard system and/or when the reboard system is fastened to a seat of a car opposite the direction of travel thereof, by a guided parallel shift of an extendible part of the backrest relative to said seat surface along a straight line, which is inclined by a constant acute angle ? against the horizontal plane in the direction of travel, whereby the extendible part (10) of the backrest (6) is provided with upper lateral body rests (12) for substantially guiding the shoulders and/or upper arms of the infant during the travel in a car.

Abstract: A method of producing a wall part for a gondola of a cableway system or a covering hood for a lift chair starts out from a panel made of plastic material, in particular of polycarbonate. The panel is introduced into a heatable mold, and pressed therein, in order to form the wall part or the covering hood. The plastic material of the panel contains at least one dye. Different gradations of color of the wall part or of the covering hood indicate different wall thicknesses and insufficient wall thicknesses of this wall part or covering hood.

Abstract: A portable collapsible open air hands free seating shelter having a base. A plurality of cover mounts detachablely coupled to the base. A cover slidably attached to the plurality of cover mounts. A portable collapsible open air hands free seating shelter having a base with a plurality of raised top portions, a lower top portion substantially parallel to the plurality of raised top portions, a bottom portion and a outer side portion. A plurality of cover mounts having a continually intergraded vertical first end detachablely coupled to at least one of the plurality of raised top portions of the base and a horizontal second end such that the vertical first end and the horizontal second end are substantial perpendicular to each other. A cover having a continually intergraded canopy portion having a closed end, a head panel and a back support panel having an open end slidably attached to the horizontal second end of the plurality of cover mounts.

Abstract: A collapsible child seat having a collapsible frame that moves between an expanded position and a collapsed position. A seat member moveably attaches to the frame, with a recessed support for receiving and supporting a child. A retractable canopy covers the seat member.

Abstract: In one exemplary embodiment, an apparatus for covering a piece of furniture generally includes a base, a spool rotatably supported by the base, and a cover coupled to the spool. The apparatus may also include an attachment device for removably attaching a portion of the cover to the furniture piece for helping retain the cover's position relative to the furniture piece. The spool may be rotatable in a first rotational direction relative to the spool mount for winding the cover onto the spool. The spool may also be rotatable in a second rotational direction opposite that of the first rotational direction for unwinding the cover from the spool, to thereby allow the unwound cover to be placed generally over the furniture piece.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a frame which attaches to outdoor furniture, in particular to a chair, and a canopy. Embodiments can be moved from an overhead position to a behind the chair position. The frames can be moved form a collapsed to a fully extended position. In embodiments the canopy can be positioned to contain the collapsed frame and chair in the carrying position.

Abstract: A chair, preferably a beach chair, equipped with a simple, foldable, and lightweight sun-shading device that is integrally connected with or built into the chair and, when not in use, is hidden inside the body of the chair. The sun-shading device comprises retractable rods telescopically fitted into hollow tubular members of the chair frame and strips retractable from the armrests of the chair with cords. The extreme ends of the rods and strips are connected by cords that are tensioned when the rods and the strips are retracted to a working position of the sun-shading device. The cords are used as guides for positioning the sun-shading blind that can slide along the cords into the required shading position over the chair's occupant.

Abstract: A chair, preferably a beach chair, equipped with a simple, foldable, and lightweight sun-shading device that is integrally connected with or built into the chair and, when not in use, is hidden inside the body of the chair. The sun-shading device comprises retractable rods telescopically fitted into hollow tubular members of the chair frame and strips retractable from the armrests of the chair with cords. The extreme ends of the rods and strips are connected by cords that are tensioned when the rods and the strips are retracted to a working position of the sun-shading device. The cords are used as guides for positioning the sun-shading blind that can slide along the cords into the required shading position over the chair's occupant.

Abstract: A portable seating apparatus includes a storage box having upwardly extending sidewalls, a seat cushion pivotally mounted in the storage box, and a framework for providing portable seating and protection from weather elements. A covering is connected to the framework. The framework is completely stored within the storage box and the seat cushion may be hingedly attached to the storage box. The framework may be adjustable. The apparatus may also provide a plurality of legs and sidewalls. The apparatus may further provide a storage pocket in the storage box.

Abstract: A support including a frame having a tension member coupled to the frame is disclosed. The frame has a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The tension member is disposable in a first position to provide support for an arm of a user and a second position to be carried on a shoulder of the user.