Specially Adapted For Outdoor Use Patents (Class 5/656)
  • Patent number: 6408462
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multipurpose device that can be alternately configured to form a blanket, a cushion, a hooded poncho, a hooded poncho with a fastening shawl, and a tote bag. The multipurpose device includes a pliable sheet that can be configured for use as a blanket. The pliable sheet is lengthwise dividable into three sections, a first one-third section, a second one-third section having a middle and a third one-third section. The multipurpose device also contains a first attachment. The first attachment includes at least a bi-layer of material that form a first and second pocket and is attached to the pliable sheet near a first edge of the second one third section. The pliable sheet can be folded, preferably with the assistance of specifically placed securing devices, into the second pocket to form the cushion configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Inventor: Amanda Moore
  • Patent number: 6223367
    Abstract: The present invention is a stadium blanket having an attached storage bag. The blanket is of sufficient size to allow the blanket to protect a user from the elements or to be used as a sleeping bag. The blanket has a water repellent liner on one side and a fleece for warmth on the other. The storage bag may also be used as a pillow and as an anchor when placed around a users feet. The storage bag may also be lined to enclose and warm a users feet. When not in use, the blanket is folded and enclosed within the storage bag for ease of storage or carrying.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2001
    Inventors: Katherina Grace French, Dianna Lynn Benson, Natalie Rhene Vandevuss
  • Patent number: 6219868
    Abstract: A self-inflating mattress which comprises a first chamber, a second chamber, a foam and a check valve, wherein, the foam is disposed inside the first chamber. The check valve is provided between the first chamber and the second chamber, and air is allowed to flow only from the first chamber to the second chamber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2001
    Assignee: Team Worldwide Corp.
    Inventor: Kenneth Wang
  • Patent number: 6217116
    Abstract: A slipcover with inflatable pillow is provided for furniture comprising a first sheet having an outer layer of fabric attached to an inner layer of thermoplastic, a second, smaller sheet attached to the inner layer of the first sheet so as to form an inflatable pillow, a valve located in at least one of the sheets so as to enable the pillow to be inflated, and a backing layer attached to the first sheet along an edge so as to create a pocket-shaped slipcover with the inflatable pillow in the interior of the slipcover whereby the slipcover can receive a portion of the furniture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2001
    Assignee: Printmark Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Alexander Sloot
  • Patent number: 6202235
    Abstract: A sitting pad for seating thereupon a plurality of users, such as the players of a sports team, in an organized manner. The sitting pad includes a flexible pad with upper and lower faces, a pair of end edges, and a pair of side edges extending between the end edges of the pad. The pad has a plurality of spaced apart pockets on the upper face of the pad. Each of the pockets comprising a translucent material. In each pocket is a name card with indicia denoting which user is to sit on the pad adjacent that particular pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2001
    Inventor: Brenda C. Salhanick
  • Patent number: 6192536
    Abstract: A beach towel made of ordinary, machine washable fabric, together with a plurality of pockets, which may be filled with sand or other material to weigh down the towel is provided. The towel may be attached to another wind resistant beach towel to provide for a blanket cover which will not be blown off by wind. In addition, the towel may be attached to another wind resistant beach towel to cover a greater area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2001
    Inventor: Tina Marie Connors
  • Patent number: 6185765
    Abstract: An inflatable beach pillow system with an attachable blanket including a pillow in a generally circular configuration. The pillow has an upper surface and a lower surface and a plurality of inflatable sections. The sections include a circular interior section, an enlarged annular radially exterior section and at least one annular intermediate section therebetween. Each of the sections are individually inflatable. A separately inflatable arcuate section is formed in the exterior section and extends for about ninety degrees of its extent. The arcuate section is adapted to constitute a head pillow when inflated with an inwardly sloping upper surface each of the inflatable sections having an individual valve. A blanket is provided in a circular configuration and adapted to be positioned on the upper surface of the pillow. The exterior surface of the blanket is formed with a plurality of concentric rings to constitute scoring sections with indicia thereon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2001
    Inventor: Lois A. High
  • Patent number: 6151736
    Abstract: A multi-purpose utility seat for use at outdoor events includes a three layer laminate structure comprising outer layers of nylon and a center water impermeable rubber layer which may be either chloroprene rubber (neoprene) or styrene butadiene rubber. The thickness of the laminate is approximately 80 mils with the center layer being substantially thicker than either of the outer layers. The perimeter of the seat is or closed with stitching to help prevent separation of the laminate. The seat may be conveniently folded and stored in the glove compartment of an automobile when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2000
    Inventor: Byron Y. Samuels
  • Patent number: 6061849
    Abstract: A beach towel with built-in pockets and carrying handle including a towel. A pair of small pockets are secured to the towel. A large pocket is secured to the towel. A pair of side straps extend outwardly from first and second long edges of the towel inwardly with respect to a first short edge. A plurality of end straps extend outwardly from the first short edge in a spaced relationship. A pair of carrying handles are secured to the towel along the first short edge thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2000
    Inventor: Christopher Seals
  • Patent number: 6045178
    Abstract: An outdoorsman's support or chair is comprised of a substantially filled flexible container provided with shoulder straps for easy transport. The flexible container is filled with pellets and is preferably waterproof. It is adaptable to conform to the shape of a person providing comfortable support and insulation from the environment. The flexible container may be provided with a plurality of other straps which may be utilized for attaching other objects or gear to it during transport and for mounting the chair to various other structures, such as the trunk and limbs of trees. The chair is comprised of a spherical structure at one end and an elongated portion at a second end. The elongated portion at the second end may be folded over and juxtaposed to the spherical structure and secured by a folding strap for ease in transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2000
    Assignee: Istari, Inc.
    Inventor: Richmond Marlin Miller
  • Patent number: 5975630
    Abstract: A lounge chair having a sun tracking positioning mechanism including at least one photo transistor having a lens for focusing sunlight in a straight line path passing through the lens and comprising a motor control circuit that allows a motor to operate for periods of no more than 30 seconds. Should the motor operate for a 30 second period, the system will deactivate. This 30 second cutout allows for controlling of shade times such as when the sun is behind clouds or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 1998
    Date of Patent: November 2, 1999
    Inventor: Diana M. Schreiber
  • Patent number: 5966761
    Abstract: A new pneumatic mattress for providing a lightweight inflatable resting surface. The inventive device includes a tubular perimeter member having a pair of end portions and a pair of side portions extending between the end portions of the tubular perimeter member. A number of tubular cross members are extended between the side portions of the tubular perimeter member. The lumens of the tubular cross members are in fluid communication with the lumen of the tubular perimeter member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 19, 1999
    Inventor: Richard D Williams
  • Patent number: 5950260
    Abstract: A cardboard work mat has a pleated configuration, wherein the mat is folded in pleats for storage, and an unfolded configuration, wherein the mat defines a surface area sufficiently large for supporting a mechanic beneath a vehicle. A headrest is formed on one end of the mat by folding over the two or three end-most pleats together and then bonding them together. In an alternate embodiment, the mat is a flexible plastic sheet which has a rolled configuration for storage and an unrolled configuration for supporting a mechanic on the sheet. A headrest is molded or attached to one end of the sheet. Yet again, the pad can be a pleated corrugated plastic pad having a head rest removably attached thereto by hook and eye fasteners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 14, 1999
    Inventor: Kent L. Dees
  • Patent number: 5926871
    Abstract: A tanning cot assembly is provided with a portable and foldable rigid support frame, a human-body support surface carried by the support frame, a face-opening frame carried by the support surface and having an interior face-opening, and an adjustably positioned head support only partially filling but spanning the face-opening frame interior face-opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 27, 1999
    Inventor: Troy D. Howard
  • Patent number: 5906018
    Abstract: An elongate structure has a body support surface inclined with respect to a generally horizontal foundation surface and contoured to provide comfortable support for a sunbather in positions intermediate prone and supine for tanning side portions of the body. A hollow cavity formed in the structure provides a convenient storage and transport compartment and an integral handle facilitates portability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 25, 1999
    Inventor: Donald E. Kidwell
  • Patent number: 5884965
    Abstract: A pool or beach chair that when flipped over converts to a supine body support for back tanning consisting of an arcuate tubular body support shorter in length than an average adult female wrapped with fabric or elastic bands on both sides. Tubular legs on one side support the body support in the chair mode and tubular loops on the other side form chair arms in the arm mode and ground supports for one end of the body support in the inverted supine mode. The other end of the body support is supported in the inverted supine mode by a pair of smaller tubular loops at the head end of the body support that also serve as handles for moving the chair or flipping it over to the inverted supine mode or position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 23, 1999
    Assignee: Vardon Golf Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Dillis V. Allen
  • Patent number: 5878454
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a revolving sunning bed, comprising a fixed support base, a revolving platform and means of mutual constraint which allow the platform to revolve with respect to the support base. To make it more comfortable to impart motion to the platform, the bed further comprises a motor-driven device and a related command and control device, accessible even while lying down.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 9, 1999
    Inventor: Alfredo Cecchini
  • Patent number: 5845666
    Abstract: A canopy for providing shade and protection from the elements to persons is disclosed. The canopy includes a silent pivoting mechanism and a quick-release feature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 8, 1998
    Assignee: Graco Children's Products Inc.
    Inventor: Mark Matthew Messner
  • Patent number: 5829080
    Abstract: A recliner chair having a fabric panel for supporting the head of a person reclining on the chair. An annular resilient cushion is placed on the upper surface of the fabric panel to cradle the person's head and distribute the weight of the head onto a relatively large annular surface area of the cushion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1998
    Inventors: Julie Robillard, Dennis Robillard
  • Patent number: 5819343
    Abstract: An improved blanket and bag combination for camping, picnicking or traveling to the beach. The circular towel may be converted to form a large tote bag for carrying beach or camping items. When open, the blanket spans approximately 82" in diameter. The invention is two-sided, with one face of the blanket being absorbent cotton blend cloth material and the other face being repellant waterproof nylon. Thus, the invented apparatus can be placed with its waterproof face towards the ground to protect the wearer from dirt and debris. The cotton fabric side has an overall surface pattern that is consistent over the total area of one side of the bag.Positioned approximately two-thirds away from its central point is a double drawstring channel. Velcro.RTM. closure pockets are situated beneath the double drawstring channel, towards the edge of the towel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1998
    Inventors: Dominic C. Zampirri, Jr., Elizabeth Zampirri
  • Patent number: 5819346
    Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a recreation utility pillow offering comfort, security and entertainment for the user thereof. The pillow of this invention is particularly adapted for use at the beach, or pool side, where such pillow includes a waterproof cover for use in or near water. The pillow utilizes a yieldable foam-like material to give comfort to the user, includes an audio transmitter and speaker to allow private listening, and further includes storage facilities for personal items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1998
    Inventor: David Minton Lane
  • Patent number: 5806118
    Abstract: A spacer for alternately spacing apart and collapsing a first member and a second member which are pivotable about a pivot point. The spacer includes a planar sleeve for accommodating a portion of the first member and a ramped protrusion connected to, or integrally formed with, the sleeve portion for retaining the second member in a spaced apart position relative to the first member. The spacer is formed with an opening for accommodating a fastener for pivotably fastening ends of the first member and second member together.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 15, 1998
    Inventor: Reuven Lerner
  • Patent number: 5802642
    Abstract: Applicant's invention defines a lounging cushion designed to be useful primarily around a swimming pool. Key features of this invention are it's utilitarian design allowing easy storage, floatation properties so that the cushion may be used for buoyancy, simple floatation or as a kick board, and the ribbed underside allowing for drainage of water underneath so as to eliminate any suction force between the pool decking and the cushion. The cushion's main purpose is to provide a seat area at poolside which will protect a bather from catching the fabric of his or her swimsuit on the rough or abrasive decking surrounding the pool, and therefore preventing excessive wear and potential ruining of the bather's swimsuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1998
    Inventor: Cheryl Slaughter
  • Patent number: 5802643
    Abstract: A slipcover with inflatable pillow is provided for furniture comprising a first sheet having an outer layer of fabric attached to an inner layer of thermoplastic, a second, smaller sheet attached to the inner layer of the first sheet so as to form an inflatable pillow, a valve located in at least one of the sheets so as to enable the pillow to be inflated, and a backing layer attached to the first sheet along an edge so as to create a pocket-shaped slipcover with the inflatable pillow in the interior of the slipcover whereby the slipcover can receive a portion of the furniture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1998
    Assignee: Printmark Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Alexander Sloot
  • Patent number: 5785427
    Abstract: A convertible seat and tote bag apparatus includes a first panel foldable relative to a second panel. A support member is adapted to interconnect the first panel and second panel so that when a person sits on one of the panels, the support member restrains rearward movement of the other panel as the person leans against the other panel. In one aspect of the invention, a pair of connectors extend from opposite side edges of the first panel and are adapted to be removably attached to corresponding side edges of the second panel to define a tote bag. In another aspect of the invention, a connector is attached to one of the first and second panels and is adapted to releasably engage the support member to define a handle when the apparatus is configured as a tote bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 28, 1998
    Assignee: High Sierra Sport Company
    Inventor: Donald Godshaw
  • Patent number: 5701979
    Abstract: A bag may be converted into a back rest. The fabric is folded to form a bag, and there is a zipper on one side. Three wooden structures are placed in the interior of the bag. These structures provide a back rest when the zipper is opened and the bag is unfolded.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1997
    Inventor: Jan Harriet Voich
  • Patent number: 5669089
    Abstract: A cardboard work mat has a pleated configuration, wherein the mat is folded in pleats for storage, and an unfolded configuration, wherein the mat defines a surface area sufficiently large for supporting a mechanic beneath a vehicle. A headrest is formed on one end of the mat by folding the two or three end-most pleats together and then bonding them together. In an alternate embodiment, the mat is a flexible plastic sheet which has a rolled configuration for storage and an unrolled configuration for supporting a mechanic on the sheet. A headrest is molded or attached to one end of the sheet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 23, 1997
    Inventor: Kent L. Dees
  • Patent number: 5624157
    Abstract: A fabric cover for a lounge chair to be fitted onto an adjustable folding metal frame, the frame being constructed principally of tubular metal including U-shaped foot and head portions. The cover includes a pocket fitted over the U-shaped foot portion of the frame and a second pocket fitted over the U-shaped head portion of the frame. The second pocket includes a padded inner lining and contains a hole fitted to the face of a person lying on the lounge chair on his or her stomach. The cover also includes two similar rectangular side panels attached to the opposite sides of the center portion of the cover, each having along its edge opposite to the edge attached to the center portion of the cover attachments for joining two side panel edges together, in order to secure the cover onto the metal frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 29, 1997
    Inventor: Teresa Kostuk
  • Patent number: 5572758
    Abstract: This invention is a combination seat cushion for use for example at sporting events or contests. A hand hole is provided which makes the cushion convenient to carry to and from a sporting or other event. In order to demonstrate enthusiasm for a particular contestant or team, the item is held overhead for use as a portable, handheld display sign or billboard. An imprint might be used for showing support for a particular race car and driver. The faces of the cushion may be imprinted with insignia of a team such as a university or professional football team. An imprint might be used to show support for a ball team. An alternate embodiment has a hand hole adapted to receive a beverage cup. An alternate embodiment is useful for display of a long word or a series of words wherein the long dimensions of the cushion and display are horizontal. Another alternate embodiment is elongated for use by two or more users.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 12, 1996
    Inventor: Thomas C. Merritt
  • Patent number: 5564784
    Abstract: An adjustable lounge is adapted to be knocked-down in kit-form for shipping and/or storage purposes and expeditiously assembled on-site. The knocked-down-lounge comprises a base frame having a sub-frame and a pair of base side panels adapted for attachment to lateral sides of the sub-frame. A canopy frame comprises a pair of canopy side panels and a plurality of cross-struts adapted for attachment between the canopy side panels. The canopy frame is adapted to be pivotally mounted on the base frame to permit the canopy frame to be moved by user-controlled actuating means through an infinite number of positions between a normal upright position and a lowered position, placing the back of the canopy frame in at least general horizontal alignment with the top of the base frame. The lounge is adapted for selective rotation in a circular path about a vertically disposed axis whereby the frontal side of the canopy can be moved to a selected rotative position for sunning and/or viewing purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 15, 1996
    Inventor: Gerald J. Felling
  • Patent number: 5551110
    Abstract: A collapsible sunshade(50) includes a pair of support arms(54a, 54b). Disposed on outer ends of the support arms are a pair of ribs (62a, 62b). A fabric sheet (51) is disposed between the ribs to form a sunshade. The support arms include a pair of outwardly extending lever arms (58a, 58b). The ribs similarly include a pair of lever arms (64a and 64b). A pair of push rods (70a, 70b) extend between the lever arms of the support arms and the ribs. As the support arms are moved from a closed position in which they are substantially parallel to an open position in which they are substantially apart, the lever arms cause the ribs to extend outward thereby extending the shade. Preferably the sun shade is designed to be fitted on a collapsible headrest such that the combination of the collapsible shade and headrest can be easily stowed and transported by a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 1994
    Date of Patent: September 3, 1996
    Assignee: Beachead Products Company
    Inventors: Jeffrey A. Armstrong, Roger L. Sortino
  • Patent number: 5535461
    Abstract: A sun bathing towel system comprising a towel member and a plurality of stake members. The towel member has a perimeter and a plurality of towel eyelet members that define a like number of towel eyelet apertures. The towel eyelet members are located adjacent the perimeter of the towel member. Each of the stake members has a shaft portion and a detachably connectable cap portion. The cap portion has a broad top cap surface to prevent injury to any inattentive sun bather who may accidently step upon the stake member. In preferred embodiments, the sun bathing towel system further includes a liner member, a support pole structure, connectable with the towel member, for supporting a portion of the towel member in a lean-to type fashion; and an elongated flexible carrying strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 16, 1996
    Inventor: Mary E. R. Schwender
  • Patent number: 5533219
    Abstract: A seat cushion having means for attaching to a conventional stadium seat is disclosed. The seat cushion includes means for connecting the cushion to a stadium seat. In the preferred embodiment, the connecting means are two straps having a grommet hole therein. A screw or bolt means attaches through the grommet means to the stadium seat. Preferably, the seat cushion is attached to the front of the stadium seat. When in use, the seat cushion lays atop a metal seat. When not in use, the seat cushion can pivot about the attaching connection means and hang off the surface of the metal seat. This allows the cushion to be somewhat shielded from environmental elements when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 9, 1996
    Inventor: John D. Meyers
  • Patent number: 5527091
    Abstract: A refreshment accommodating seat cushion apparatus is disclosed. A pair of oppositely facing padded sections are disposed about an intermediate relatively rigid support element. Receptacles are formed through one of the padded sections for accommodating, one refreshment container. The seat cushion selectively encases a generally horizontal seat surface such that a first padded section faces and touches the seat surface and the other padded section faces upwardly from the seat surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 18, 1996
    Inventor: Baylis M. Gruber
  • Patent number: 5499417
    Abstract: A multipurpose floating pillow including an ellipse dish-like lower member having a spherical recess formed on its top surface for receiving an inflatable sac therein. A molded and resilient upper member covers and engages with the lower member. A container may be disposed in a recess formed on the bottom side of the lower member to receive, for example, a weight scale. Pads made of slightly rigid material may be disposed between the inflatable sac and the upper member. The resiliency and softness of the floating pillow can be adjusted through the inflation of the inflatable sac. The floating pillow will therefore not become deformed after long periods of use and may provide different functions on different occasions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 19, 1996
    Inventor: Chih C. Wang
  • Patent number: 5479668
    Abstract: A revolving suntan bed including a generally planar horizontal pedestal; an annular driving gear coupled to the pedestal; a plurality of rotatable rollers coupled to and extended downwards from the pedestal; a rigid base having a central hub axially secured to the pedestal for allowing its revolution, a track axially positioned about the hub for receiving the rollers therein and directing their direction of travel, and a plurality of spokes coupled between the hub and track; and an electric motor having a geared rotatable rotor in mesh with the driving gear and with the motor electrically energizable for imparting rotation to the rotor for revolving the pedestal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 2, 1996
    Inventors: Tracey A. Cooper, Richard W. Cooper, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5437068
    Abstract: An inflatable air mattress having a generally rectangular mat portion that is foldable or bendable in multiple directions in a fully inflated condition. The mat portion includes rows of generally sinusoidal seals extending transversely across the mat portion. Alternating rows of the sinusoidal seals are uniformly shifted out of phase by a range of about 1/8 to 3/8 of the repeating period, or a phase shift of from about .pi./4 radians to about 3.pi./4 radians, and most preferably by a phase shift of about .pi./2 radians. Alternating rows of inflation chambers are formed by the sinusoidal seals with enlarged body portions and neck portions of reduced thickness, which form natural fold lines in the mat portion when the mat portion is inflated. The mat portion is bendable longitudinally, transversely and obliquely to be rollable and foldable, and to permit the mat portion to cradle the torso and extremities of a person reclining on the inflatable mattress in water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 1, 1995
    Assignee: Intex Recreation Corp.
    Inventor: David R. Fisher
  • Patent number: 5408714
    Abstract: An outdoor seat cushion includes a first enlarged curved cushion piece connected to a second enlarged cushion piece in such a manner that a portion of reduced thickness is formed between the first and second pieces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 25, 1995
    Inventor: Stuart H. Lemke
  • Patent number: 5394575
    Abstract: A portable bed or mat for use at the beach, pool, or elsewhere outdoors includes a pad of lightweight, soft material such as foam rubber covered with nylon for waterproofing, with an inflatble wedge head and shoulder rest at the head end of the mat extending a substantial distance along the length of the bed and provides support for both the head and shoulders adding to the comfort of the user. The mat is also provided with removable towelling attached to the top surface. Storage pockets form part of the mat at the foot end for receiving personal items such as car keys, reading material, sunglasses and so forth. The mat may be rolled into a compact tube shape, with ends secured by retaining clips, and with an integral shoulder strap for carrying the mat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 7, 1995
    Inventors: Jon Wolter, Kenneth Paolini
  • Patent number: 5386603
    Abstract: The invention discloses a waterproof blanket to provide protection from ground moisture for use by picnickers and others. It has a waterproof layer, for contact with the ground, and a non-waterproof, comfortable layer. It is oval in shape. The blanket can be folded and then rolled so that it can be readily transported. Adhesive belts keep the blanket in its rolled configuration when it is being transported. It may also have an attached carrying strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 7, 1995
    Inventor: Rosann Drust
  • Patent number: 5387230
    Abstract: A sunbathing apparatus is shown which is adapted for filtering any predetermined wavelength or wavelengths of light from passing therethrough. The sunbathing apparatus includes a frame which is adapted for providing a rigid support structure. Interchangeable panel members are also provided which are adapted for removably engaging the frame during use of the device. The interchangeable panel members are adapted for filtering the predetermined wavelength or wavelengths of light depending on the particular specifications of the panel member. A support device for supporting the user of the sunbathing apparatus is also included. The support device is adapted for being received within the sunbathing apparatus for receiving the user of the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: February 7, 1995
    Inventor: Nathaniel Minor
  • Patent number: 5384923
    Abstract: An improved camping sleeping mat and/or chair arrangement having improved lateral edge stiffening rod retention pockets and having coupling members for coupling various portions together in various configurations. A separate inflatable pillow may be detachably mounted on the camping sleeping mat and/or chair arrangement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 31, 1995
    Assignee: Goodway Corporation
    Inventors: Phillip Hwang, Lisa Hwang
  • Patent number: 5380059
    Abstract: An adjustable lounge is adapted to be knocked-down in kit-form for shipping and/or storage purposes and expeditiously assembled on-site. The knocked-down lounge comprises a base frame having a sub-frame and a pair of base side panels adapted for attachment to lateral sides of the sub-frame. A canopy frame comprises a pair of canopy side panels and a plurality of cross-struts adapted for attachment between the canopy side panels. The canopy frame is adapted to be pivotally mounted on the base frame to permit the canopy frame to be moved by user-controlled actuating means through an infinite number of positions between a normal upright position and a lowered position, placing the back of the canopy frame in at least general horizontal alignment with the top of the base frame. The lounge is adapted for selective rotation in a circular path about a vertically disposed axis whereby the frontal side of the canopy can be moved to a selected rotative position for sunning and/or viewing purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1992
    Date of Patent: January 10, 1995
    Inventor: Gerald J. Felling
  • Patent number: 5299337
    Abstract: A portable chair includes a first container for retaining items, the first container having an inclined top wall for use as a back rest. The chair may additionally include a second container for retaining items, the second container having an inclined top wall and being hingedly connected to the first container such that the first container can pivot onto the inclined top wall of the second container, such that the inclined top wall of the second container can be pivoted into alignment with the inclined top wall of the first container, for use together as a back rest, and a third container for retaining items, the third container having a substantially horizontal top wall and being connected to the second container such that the second container can pivot together with the first container onto the substantially horizontal top wall of the third container. An access opening is preferably provided in at least one container. A canopy assembly is optionally provided over the containers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 1992
    Date of Patent: April 5, 1994
    Inventor: Lynelle Venza
  • Patent number: 5297850
    Abstract: A lounge chair has a seat section of a selected width connected to a seatback section to provide adjustment of the seatback angle. A person may either sit upright in the chair, or lie on the chair in either the prone or supine positions. A chest support section having a width that is less than the width of the seat section is connected to the seat section so that a person sitting in the chair may place his feet on a surface upon which the lounge chair rests. A person lying face down on the chair may comfortably extend his hands and arms under the chair. An end section extending from the chest support section includes a face passage. A person lying face down on the chair may place his face in the passage and view reading material under the chair. The seat section includes front and rear portions that meet an angle between 158.degree. to 183.degree.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1992
    Date of Patent: March 29, 1994
    Inventor: Armen D. Guleserian
  • Patent number: 5275315
    Abstract: A waist pack adapted to be worn about the waist of a human which includes at least one interior compartment. Connecting to the waist pack by means of a connecting strap is a seat cushion. The connecting strap and the seat cushion are locatable in a stowage position within an interior compartment of the waist pack in a first embodiment. In a second embodiment, the seat cushion is rolled-up onto the connecting strap and secured. The connecting strap and the seat cushion are movable to an extended position, the seat cushion being inflatable and then to be used by being positioned under the buttocks of the human when in a sitting position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 4, 1994
    Inventors: Robert D. Carmack, Elaine Carmack
  • Patent number: 5214816
    Abstract: A generally triangular bolster of rigid material provides firm support for persons wishing to recline or lounge upon a surface, while at the same time providing the comfort desired due to its specific structure. The bolster includes three sides which may be equilateral, with each of the sides preferably including an inward or concave curvature. The curvature not only provides additional comfort for the user, but also results in relatively sharp apex edges. The apex edges thus tend to penetrate a compliant surface, such as carpeting, grass, or sand, and thereby prevent the lateral displacement of the bolster when a person reclines upon it. The bolster may be formed of a variety of materials, such as plywood or other wood sheet, or molded or extruded from plastic. Handles near each apex edge provide easier portability, and the bolster may further include internal bracing which also provides storage shelf space within.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 1992
    Date of Patent: June 1, 1993
    Inventor: Robert C. Collins
  • Patent number: 5191665
    Abstract: An inflatable cushion for use by those engaged in various sports activities such as boating, hunting, fishing, canoeing or a spectator attending various sporting events. The inflatable cushion includes a generally circular outer covering or envelope having an openable and closable side edge portion provided with a closure structure with an inflatable annular tube being positioned into the outer cover through the openable edge portion to provide an effective cushion for a user. The outer cover is provided with a shoulder strap to facilitate the device being carried to a point of use and also useable to secure the cushion to a stadium seat, boat or canoe seat, tree stand or the like. The exterior of the outer cover is also provided with a pocket to receive a relatively thin, flexible heating unit to enhance the comfort of those using the cushion especially during cold weather.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 1991
    Date of Patent: March 9, 1993
    Inventor: Michael E. Breedlove
  • Patent number: 5156339
    Abstract: A lounge chair utilizes a first "U" shaped frame pivotally mounting a second "U" shaped frame, with the first "U" shaped frame including a plurality of legs for positioning the first "U" shaped frame relative to an underlying surface, with each frame including a plurality of sprinkling water ports direction therethrough, wherein the second frame includes a hose connection to permit fluid communication to a fluid conduit utilizing a valve member interposed therebetween to control fluid flow. A modification of the invention includes directional conduits mounted to each "U" shaped frame to permit directional orientation of the port flow as required. Solar reflective slats are directed within the first and second "U" shaped frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1992
    Inventors: Kurt A. Gibson, Kim R. Schulz