Enclosure Including Flaccid Nonmetallic Or Foraminous Surfacing Patents (Class 52/63)
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Patent number: 12258780Abstract: A storm shelter or kit for a storm shelter having a plurality of removable frames and a plurality of removable skins removably receivable on or within the removable frames and secured together by removable fasteners that are not bolted in place. A hollow tube fastener, having a hollow tube guide and a removeable pin receivable therethrough, is configured on a surface of the removable skins to hold the removable skins in assembled configuration with the removable frames. The removable skins are securable from the interior of the shelter, allowing the occupant to remove the skins from within the interior by removing the pins from the fasteners. The storm shelter provides a door with hinges that may be removed from the exterior by rescue personnel. The storm shelter is approximately the size of a garage workbench and can be sold as a kit and assembled using minimal construction skills.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2021Date of Patent: March 25, 2025Inventor: Vincent D. Mims
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Patent number: 12146335Abstract: A portable structure including a solar shade is disclosed. The portable structure includes a frame comprising at least two beams, a main panel extending between the at least two beams, and a solar shade. The solar shade includes at least one solar shade panel spaced above the main panel by at least one inflatable beam to create a space between the solar shade panel and the main panel. The space creates an insulative layer to help regulate an interior temperature of the portable structure.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2023Date of Patent: November 19, 2024Assignee: XFS Global, LLCInventor: Robert Stafford
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Patent number: 12123195Abstract: Disclosed is a terrace canopy, comprising a beam which a top side, a bottom side, an inner side and an outer side, and, in its cross-section, is provided with: a screen cavity and a U-shaped space at the bottom side of the beam which is located below the screen cavity and open at its bottom side. The U-shaped space is configured to hold a first profile and a second profile, different from the first profile, and is provided with: a first and a second connection means configured together to hold the first profile or the first connection means and a connection wall portion configured together to hold the second profile. By leaving the U-shaped space open at its bottom side and providing the connection means, it is possible to integrate other profiles into the beam.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2021Date of Patent: October 22, 2024Assignee: RENSON SUNPROTECTION-SCREENSInventors: Joost De Frene, Kristof Lemiegre, Lennart De Meulemeester, Pieter Brabant, Thomas De Rycke
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Patent number: 12054950Abstract: Disclosed is a terrace canopy, comprising a beam having a top side, a bottom side, an inner side and an outer side, and, in its cross-section, is provided with a screen cavity which is delimited by an upright inner side wall and a horizontal top wall and an internal space above the screen cavity. An upright wall extends from the end of the horizontal top wall. The beam comprises either a first closure profile for closing off the internal space or a wall profile attached to the upright wall and a second closure profile for closing off the internal space. Thus, multiple configurations of the beam are possible and an additional wall holder may be provided on the outer side of the screen cavity such that a double side wall infill is possible.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2021Date of Patent: August 6, 2024Assignee: RENSON SUNPROTECTION-SCREENSInventors: Joost De Frene, Kristof Lemiegre, Lennart De Meulemeester, Pieter Brabant, Thomas De Rycke
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Patent number: 12010962Abstract: An environment control house (1 ) which can have improved strength by employing a multifaceted structure. The environment controlled greenhouse (1 ) comprises: a main body portion (10 ) and a pair of wall portions (20), wherein the main body portion (10 ) comprises: a top surface portion (101 ) formed into a rectangular shape and disposed at the topmost portion; a pair of rectangular upper skirt surface portions (102 ) connectedly installed to respective edges in the transverse direction of the top surface portion (101); and a pair of rectangular lower skirt surface portions (103 ) connectedly installed to an edge in the installation direction of the respective upper skirt surface portions (102 ) and disposed in a sloped manner with respect to an installation surface (L).Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2016Date of Patent: June 18, 2024Assignee: PLANTS LABORATORY, INC.Inventors: Atsuyuki Yukawa, Shinji Shimizu
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Patent number: 11970050Abstract: Protective cover with an apron that provides a ground surface seal. In an embodiment, the protective cover comprises an apron and a plurality of straps. The apron may comprise an apron wall having a top edge and a bottom edge, and a hollow sealing tube along the entire bottom edge of the apron wall. The sealing tube may comprise at least one inlet for inserting a substance into the sealing tube. Each of the plurality of straps may have two ends that are both attached to the top edge of the apron wall on opposing sides of the apron wall.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2021Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Inventor: Kenneth J. Huening
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Patent number: 11927010Abstract: A system and method for securing a roof truss to a load bearing wall is disclosed. A strap is attached to a roof truss at one end and extended to the top of a load-bearing wall. A buckle is placed over the strap to secure the strap between the buckle and the roof truss, and also the buckle and the load-bearing wall. The end of the strap is extended along the top of buckle toward the roof truss and a top plate secures the strap between the buckle and the top plate. Screws are placed through holes in the top plate and corresponding holes in the buckle to attach the system to the top of the load-bearing wall. The system and method of the invention provides both horizontal (lateral) resistance and uplift resistance, thus resisting horizontal (lateral) forces while at the same time providing uplift resistance.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2023Date of Patent: March 12, 2024Assignee: S.W. Engineering Inc.Inventor: Stephen W. Warter
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Patent number: 11920364Abstract: A rooftop tent frame and exterior assembly for a rooftop or truck bed of a vehicle includes one or more frame assemblies; a moon roof supported by the one or more frame assemblies and positionable between a retracted position where the moon roof is adjacent to the rooftop of the vehicle, and a deployed camping position where at least part of the moon is elevated relative to the roof top of the vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2022Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: HOT BODIES RACING, INC.Inventor: Roger George Lee Davis, Jr.
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Patent number: 11910763Abstract: A horticultural lighting fixture including a light bar including a plurality of solid state light sources arranged in a linear array along a longitudinal axis of the light bar; and a light bar support structure that couples with the light bar to support the light bar in a fixed spaced relationship with the light support structure, the light bar support structure including at least two fasteners at opposing terminal ends of the light bar support structure to attach to a vertical support.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2021Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: CURRENT LIGHTING SOLUTIONS, LLCInventors: Raghu Ramaiah, Mark Kaminski, Jonathan Meyer
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Patent number: 11905706Abstract: A containment system may include four different widths of panel assemblies, at least four different types of corner assemblies, various types of door assemblies, multiple types of three-way corners or ‘T’ intersections, multiple types of exhaust panel assemblies, multiple types of wall seal assemblies, and other components that form a modular system capable of adapting to various configurations using a minimal number of fasteners, brackets, and/or clamps. Each panel assembly includes a lower assembly, an upper assembly slideably attached to the lower assembly, at least one adjustment mechanism that interfaces with both the lower assembly and the upper assembly, and a sealing member extending between the upper assembly and the lower assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2020Date of Patent: February 20, 2024Assignee: ABATEMENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Blair Lawrence Harber, Adam Brian Hunninck
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Patent number: 11840857Abstract: Disclosed is a popup camper having a base, a top, a first sidewall having a first edge, a second sidewall having a second edge, a third sidewall connected to the top at a third edge, and connected to the base at a fourth edge, and six panels of the third sidewall. The first panel is adjacent to the third edge, the second panel, the third panel, and the fourth panel, the second panel is adjacent to the base, the first panel, the fifth panel, and the sixth panel, the third panel is adjacent the first edge, the first panel, and the fifth panel, wherein the fourth panel is adjacent the first panel, the second edge, and the sixth panel, the fifth panel is adjacent the first edge, the second panel, and the third panel; and the sixth panel is adjacent the second panel, the second edge, and the fourth panel.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2022Date of Patent: December 12, 2023Assignee: Hardsider, Inc.Inventors: Noel Gauthier, Paul Eric Price, Randall Kent, Konrad Billetz, Robert Schmidt, Joel Green
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Patent number: 11821231Abstract: A rolling cover for a spa or a pool, which can be a rolled-up into generally cylindrical configuration, and an unrolled into a generally flat configuration. The rolling cover includes a flexible top cover, a flexible sealed insulation bag, a bag support structure, a top cover support structure and a cover tightening arrangement. Further, a spa including the rolling cover.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2021Date of Patent: November 21, 2023Assignee: Masterspas, LLCInventor: Nathan Coelho
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Patent number: 11795645Abstract: A portable, water-filled barrier system includes a water-fillable module that is internally divided into cells that emulate a section of a sandbag dike or wall, the module being fixed to an underlying base having front and rear boundaries that extend up from base and horizontally restrain the module. The base can be flexible and water filled, or rigid, and can be installed at or below grade. A lid can extend between the front and rear boundaries of a rigid base to cover the unfilled module, enabling the assemblies to be stacked when stored and transported. The lid can be hinged and, when open, can be supported by at least one brace extending from behind the lid to underlying terrain, where it can be wedged or staked in place. Adjacent bases can be joined at the front and rear to maintain contact between adjacent modules.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2022Date of Patent: October 24, 2023Inventor: Gary E. Abeles
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Patent number: 11746555Abstract: A purlin connection assembly including a purlin, a frame segment and a spring. The purlin has a protrusion that is receivable in a first end of a slot of the frame segment. The purlin is slidable to a smaller second end of the frame segment. Locking engagement is achieved in a direction parallel to the frame segment by a pair of push buttons projecting from the frame segment that flank the purlin when in the second end, and in a direction perpendicular to the frame segment by constraining of a flared head of the protrusion in an interior of the frame segment when in the second end. The push buttons are part of a spring compressingly disposed in the interior of the frame segment, wherein the first button and the second button are biased to extend outwardly through button holes of the frame segment.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2021Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: Weatherhaven Global Resources Ltd.Inventors: Brian D. Johnson, Ryan Douglas Savenkoff, Matt Christensen, Jean-Marc Bennett
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Patent number: 11680421Abstract: A vehicular rooftop tent according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes: a first cover part including a first plate member provided in a plate shape; a second cover part including a second plate member provided in a plate shape; a hinge connection part configured to rotatably connect the first cover part and the second cover part; a tent part coupled to the first cover part and the second cover part; and a waterproof part having one end fastened to the first cover part.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2021Date of Patent: June 20, 2023Assignee: IKAMPER CO., LTD.Inventors: Soon Gyu Park, Jae Hwan Kim
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Patent number: 11660997Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of roof top tent systems that can have an upper portion and a lower portion attached to the upper portion along a first end portion of the upper and lower portions, at least one hinge that can extend along a length of a first end of the tent system, and a first structural panel in the lower portion of the tent system. In some embodiments, the at least one hinge can hingedly attach the upper portion to the lower portion of the tent system and/or can comprise a flap or web of material that extends from the upper portion of the tent system to the lower portion of the tent system. The at least one hinge can include and/or be made from a fabric material.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2021Date of Patent: May 30, 2023Assignee: Go Fast Campers LLCInventors: Wiley Christopher Davis, Brandon Keith Davey
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Patent number: 11643003Abstract: A collapsible liquid storage tank for use in an elongated trailer for selectively carrying solid freight and bulk liquid freight, comprising a first side frame configured for movement between a retracted position against a first trailer side wall for carrying solid freight and a deployed position for carrying liquid freight, a second side frame configured for movement between a retracted position against a second trailer side wall for carrying solid freight and a deployed position for carrying liquid freight, a rear frame positioned between the first and second side frames when the first and second side frames are in the deployed position, a liner having side walls connected to the first and second side frames and the rear frame, a liquid impermeable bladder disposed within the liner, and at least one baffle operatively arranged to be positioned between the first and second side frames.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2021Date of Patent: May 9, 2023Assignee: Bulk Cargo Systems, LLCInventor: David Buonerba
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Patent number: 11591820Abstract: A sunshade tent includes a frame assembly and sheet assemblies. The frame assembly includes legs, first and second rafters. Each of the legs include a first connection mechanism, horizontal connecting members configured to be fixedly attached to a first end of each of the legs, and a mounting base positioned proximal a second end of each of the legs. The first rafters are detachably attached to a corresponding one of the legs via the first connection mechanism at an inclination relative to the horizontal connecting members. At least one of the second rafters is fixedly attached to a corresponding one of the horizontal connecting members via second interlocking elements. Each of the sheet assemblies include grooves for detachably attaching to a corresponding one of the second rafters via first interlocking elements.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2021Date of Patent: February 28, 2023Assignee: Yotrio Group Co., Ltd.Inventors: Jiehua Chu, Zhi Sun, Jianqiang Xie, Scott Adam Garrison
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Patent number: 11578497Abstract: A debris containment system includes channel units that are configured to attach to perimeter structural members of the building (e.g., vertical columns and/or horizontal beams) and extend outward from the perimeter of the building. Channel units can be produced in any length or lengths needed for a given application. These channel units are used to lift and support barrier members (e.g., nets, tarps, canvas/fabric, or other barrier members) to create barriers along the perimeter of the building. Importantly, these channel units are generally attached directly or indirectly (e.g., via temporary vertical members) to structures that will remain on the building (e.g., structural columns and beams of the building) as opposed to being used with separate framing structures erected outside of the building perimeter, although in some exemplary embodiments, channel units can be used on structures erected outside of the perimeter of the building.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2022Date of Patent: February 14, 2023Inventor: Robert Long
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Patent number: 11476796Abstract: The present application provides methods for loading and unloading high capacity storage equipment to a solar power canopy. The methods and structures may include horizontal support members have mechanisms to engage corresponding mechanisms on a compartment housing the high capacity storage equipment. The mechanisms may include plates, flanged surfaces, rails, tracks, hook assemblies, and ridges. The methods and structures may include a superstructure that is coupled to an moves with respect to the solar power canopy frame. The superstructure may pivot and/or rotate to allow loading and unloading. The methods and structures also may include cabinets or cubicles sized to receive one or more compartments housing the high capacity storage equipment.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2020Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Assignee: LT 350, LLCInventors: Jeffrey Thramann, Terence Davidovits, Steve Cook, John Slattebo, Walter Fallows, III
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Patent number: 11332975Abstract: Zippered curved screen flap access panels, systems, arrangements, kits and methods for making a zippered curved screen flap panels in order to access space on another side of a screen enclosure. In a preferred embodiment, the novel curved screen flap can be formed in a screen panel, where the panel is installed in an upper location of a screen cage such as in a roof section or upper wall section below or adjacent to a roof gutter. The panel can be easily unzipped with the flap hanging down so that the gutter can be easily accessed and cleaned through the access opening. After the gutter is cleaned, the flap can easily be zippered back in place with the screen material being retensioned.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2019Date of Patent: May 17, 2022Assignee: Access Screens LLCInventor: Richard Elrod
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Patent number: 11255100Abstract: A permanent below-ground flood barrier installation is characterized by a trench surrounding a specified area. A concrete ballast lines the trench and anchors a covered housing containing a flexible water impermeable fabric wall and a series of supports. When a flood is impending the housing is opened, the supports removed and set up vertically at ground level, and the fabric wall extended upward. The fabric wall is attached at its upper edge to the cover set atop the supports, and at its lower edge to the housing. Three point anchoring of the supports maintain them in vertical orientation and stop means prevent backward movement during storm surges. When flooding subsides the components can be cleaned, dried and returned to the housing. No tools or special skills are required to set up the wall and supports once the initial installation has been completed.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2021Date of Patent: February 22, 2022Inventor: Christopher T. Hughes
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Patent number: 11193287Abstract: A system for assembling a plurality of pre-fabricated components to form a structure comprising: a first lifting device for transporting at least one pre-fabricated component from a source to a designated site; a second lifting device for engaging the at least one pre-fabricated component at the designated site; wherein the second lifting device comprises an engagement means to engage a portion of the at least one pre-fabricated component for installation at the designated site, and wherein the engagement means is capable of moving the engaged pre-fabricated component in at least two degrees of motion, is disclosed. In some embodiments, the engagement means comprises a plurality of locks.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2017Date of Patent: December 7, 2021Assignee: SH TECHNOLOGIES PTE LTDInventor: Yeow Khoon Tan
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Patent number: 11116149Abstract: A portable growing apparatus, comprising having a pre-fabricated, collapsible tent or greenhouse-like housing structure which, when constructed at the point of use, provides an enclosed growing area surrounded by one or more enclosing walls; and a growing system formed of a plurality of detachable parts for assembly at the point of use and for locating within the enclosed growing area of the collapsible housing structure.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2017Date of Patent: September 14, 2021Assignee: Hydrogarden LimitedInventor: Stuart Green
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Patent number: 10989438Abstract: An indoor unit of an air-conditioning apparatus includes: a main body provided with an opening port; and a rectangular decorative panel attached to the main body to cover the opening port. The decorative panel includes a rectangular suction grille provided to face the opening port of the main body. The suction grille has one side rotatably supported on one side of the decorative panel, and is detachably attached to the decorative panel. The one side of the suction grille and the one side of the decorative panel are secured to each other by a plurality of fall prevention strings. The decorative panel is provided with two panel claw portions to which the plurality of fall prevention strings are to be hooked. The suction grille is provided with two grille claw portions to each of which respective end portions of the plurality of fall prevention strings are to be hooked.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2017Date of Patent: April 27, 2021Assignee: Mitsubishi Electric CorporationInventors: Koki Moro, Tetsuya Tazawa, Keisuke Tomomura, Hironobu Suehiro, Takaaki Takishita
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Patent number: 10968628Abstract: A greenhouse has a roof including a plurality of substantially parallel crossbeams, at least two longitudinal sections which are mounted to the crossbeams and extend at a distance from each other in transverse direction of the crossbeams, a transparent foil which is mounted to the longitudinal sections at respective foil attachment locations thereof so as to form a cover between the longitudinal sections. The roof also includes a displacement mechanism for displacing one of the longitudinal sections with respect to the other between a non-foil-stretching position and a foil-stretching position. The distance between the respective foil attachment locations is larger in the foil-stretching position than in the non-foil-stretching position. The displacement mechanism can be operated and is lockable at an upper side of the roof.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2019Date of Patent: April 6, 2021Assignee: BOAL SYSTEMEN B.V.Inventor: Gerardus Jacobus Maria Van Holsteijn
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Patent number: 10934739Abstract: A modular canopy structure is disclosed. The modular canopy structure may utilize component parts of industry standard scaffolding portions attached to a specifically designed bow beam (roof support portion). The bow beam mates with industry standard scaffolding portions that form a side wall of the canopy structure. Construction of the canopy structure (e.g., on-site assembly) is simplified over prior art temporary structures and the disclosed canopy structure provides strength and near 100% water resistance as well as other improvements based, in part, on sidewall sleeves, overlapping techniques, material usage, and other design considerations. In some cases, the disclosed canopy structure may be suitable for onsite construction projects (including welding), temporary housing in a disaster, or as a suitable temporary to semi-permanent structure for outdoor events (e.g., wedding, party, temporary building).Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2020Date of Patent: March 2, 2021Inventors: Jorge Vazquez, Jorge Vazquez, Jr., Carlos Martinez
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Patent number: 10900216Abstract: A supporting structure (102) for a wall or a roof partition (104; 120) of a building structure (100), comprises an internal core structure (114) extending in a longitudinal direction, and first and second external covering profiles (106) for at least partially covering the core structure (114). The covering profiles (106) define inwardly and outwardly facing surfaces (108) facing one another, with slits (116) being formed at the inwardly facing surfaces (108). The core structure comprises at least two bands of material (114) which are mutually offset.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2018Date of Patent: January 26, 2021Assignee: LABS Holding ApSInventor: Lars Thøgersen
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Patent number: 10753119Abstract: A portable structure including a solar shade is disclosed. The portable structure includes a frame comprising at least two beams, a main panel extending between the at least two beams, and a solar shade. The solar shade includes at least one solar shade panel spaced above the main panel by at least one inflatable beam to create a space between the solar shade panel and the main panel. The space creates an insulative layer to help regulate an interior temperature of the portable structure.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2018Date of Patent: August 25, 2020Assignee: S & S Structures, Inc.Inventor: Robert Stafford
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Patent number: 10736274Abstract: A growing system is equipped with a mixing box that features a PLC-controlled cooling coil and a heating coil in series. Gaseous inputs include air and CO2. The coils facilitate condensation and maintain relative humidity and temperature in an acceptable range. An absorption unit or other chilled liquid source supplies chilled liquid for the cooling coil. Engine or boiler combustion provides hot liquid to the heating coil and CO2-containing exhaust. Condensate is collected for reuse. The output to a growing space is a temperate low relative humidity CO2-enriched stream optimal for plant health.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2019Date of Patent: August 11, 2020Assignee: TROPOS TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: F. Mack Shelor, Doug Tyger
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Patent number: 10666188Abstract: The present application provides methods for loading and unloading high capacity storage equipment to a solar power canopy. The methods and structures may include horizontal support members have mechanisms to engage corresponding mechanisms on a compartment housing the high capacity storage equipment. The mechanisms may include plates, flanged surfaces, rails, tracks, hook assemblies, and ridges. The methods and structures may include a superstructure that is coupled to an moves with respect to the solar power canopy frame. The superstructure may pivot and/or rotate to allow loading and unloading. The methods and structures also may include cabinets or cubicles sized to receive one or more compartments housing the high capacity storage equipment.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2018Date of Patent: May 26, 2020Assignee: LT 350, LLCInventors: Jeffrey Thramann, Terence Davidovits, Steve Cook, John Slattebo, Walter Fallows, III
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Patent number: 10590662Abstract: A deck drainage system includes a bracket, a locking bead, and a sheet. The bracket includes a first leg and an elongate receiver connected to an end portion of the leg. The elongate receiver defines a substantially round cross-sectional profile. The locking bead is an elongate member that defines a slit in an outer surface thereof for receiving the sheet. The locking bead is configured to be received in the receiver.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2017Date of Patent: March 17, 2020Inventor: Jim Peterson
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Patent number: 10405501Abstract: A growing system (e.g., greenhouse) is equipped with a mixing box that features a PLC-controlled cooling coil and a heating coil in series. PLC regulated inputs include air and CO2-containing exhaust. The cooling coils in series facilitate condensation to maintain relative humidity in an acceptable range. Substantial cooling is necessary to achieve sufficient condensation and temperature reduction. Condensate is collected for reuse. The heating coil heats cooled CO2-enriched air to an acceptable temperature for plant health. The output is a temperate low relative humidity CO2-enriched stream optimal for plant health.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2018Date of Patent: September 10, 2019Assignee: Greenhouse HVAC, LLCInventors: F. Mack Shelor, Doug Tyger
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Patent number: 10364568Abstract: A fabricated building includes a plurality of vertically extending guide members and a plurality of building blocks arranged with the aid of said guide members to define a wall structure. Each block has a first end provided with a vertically extending guide hole having one of the guide members extending therethrough, and a second end coupled to a first end of a horizontally adjacent block. The fabricated building also includes a first threshold defining a first guide hole having one of the guide members extending therethrough and a second guide hole having one of the guide members extending therethrough. The fabricated building also includes a second threshold defining a first guide hole having one of the guide members extending therethrough and a second guide hole having one of the guide members extending therethrough. The first threshold and the second threshold define a frame space therebetween.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2016Date of Patent: July 30, 2019Inventor: Richard Kramer
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Patent number: 10309123Abstract: A fence includes a plurality of posts, and fence panels having rails which extend across the plurality of posts, and are secured thereto. Jambs may be formed onto the fence system, and one or more gates may be hung to the jambs.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2017Date of Patent: June 4, 2019Assignee: Guardiar USA LLCInventor: John F. Payne
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Patent number: 10165734Abstract: A growing system (e.g., greenhouse) is equipped with a mixing box that features a pair of PLC-controlled cooling coils and a heating coil in series. PLC regulated inputs include air and CO2-containing exhaust. The cooling coils in series facilitate condensation to maintain relative humidity in an acceptable range. At least two stages of cooling are necessary to achieve sufficient condensation and temperature reduction. Condensate is collected for reuse. The heating coil heats cooled CO2-enriched air to an acceptable temperature for plant health. The output is a temperate low relative humidity CO2-enriched stream optimal for plant health.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2018Date of Patent: January 1, 2019Assignee: Greenhouse HVAC, LLCInventors: F. Mack Shelor, Doug Tyger
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Patent number: 10006219Abstract: A metal frame assembly for seismic retrofitting of soft story buildings comprising a pair of half frame subassemblies. Each subassembly comprises front and rear steel column portions and front and rear steel beam portions. The column portions are configured to extend about and substantially encase the existing column of a wooden frame. The front and rear beam portions are secured to and carried by upper portions of the column portions in each subassembly and extend therefrom parallel to and laterally spaced from opposed sides of the beam in the wooden frame. Connector plates are provided in each subassembly securing together the front beam and column portions to the rear beam and column portions and the front and rear column and beam portions to the beam of the wooden frame.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2017Date of Patent: June 26, 2018Inventor: Mehrdad Mehrain
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Patent number: 9965906Abstract: A system and method for providing content from a source to a vehicle is disclosed. The content is restricted by associating the content with at least one requirement for vehicle information from a vehicle to which the content is provided. When restricted content is requested, a vehicle system obtains vehicle related information from the vehicle. The vehicle information is transferred to the vehicle system from the source, and the restricted content is transferred from the source to the vehicle system. The vehicle system, the source, or both determine whether the vehicle information meets the at least one requirement restricting the content. As long as the requirement for vehicle information is met, processing of the restricted content is allowed.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2016Date of Patent: May 8, 2018Assignee: GOOGLE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LLCInventors: Ramy P. Ayoub, Robert F. D'Avello, Gus S. Giunta
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Patent number: 9512670Abstract: An innovative, low-density, highly-insulating modular panel for use in many applications and industries. The panel consists of a frame that may be preformed or bent and may be made of rigid or flexible material, and a panel covering comprising at least one pocket of thin, low-density shade fabric that has the capability of sufficiently stretching to surround the frame when the pocket is pulled onto it. The pocket may be then secured, along any previously open end where the frame was inserted, by various fastening devices. The panel covering pocket may have additional features added, as described herein. The panel is durable and cost-effective, and has good solar-control and insulating qualities. It is also a windbreak panel, a noise-reduction panel, an impact protection panel, a water-resistant panel, a fall protection panel, and a pollution-control panel. Two or more panels can be joined to create a structure-protecting panel assembly or system.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2014Date of Patent: December 6, 2016Inventors: Jack R. Forbis, Ann R. Forbis
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Patent number: 9512632Abstract: A method and apparatus for enclosing a user is provided. The user is shielded from the ambient conditions existing outside a portable enclosure. The enclosure includes an insulation system. The insulation system includes a radiant barrier.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2012Date of Patent: December 6, 2016Assignee: ABSOLUTE OUTDOOR, INC.Inventor: David G Cook
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Patent number: 9301624Abstract: A foldable play yard apparatus is provided. The play yard includes a frame having a plurality of upright posts. The posts have a top, a bottom, and a clamp connected to at least one longitudinal side of the post. The play yard further includes a flexible enclosure having a plurality of edges inserted in the clamps to form walls between the upright posts. The clamp includes: a housing having an opening for receiving the edge of the enclosure and defining an interior channel within the housing; a flag piece, which is positioned in the interior channel of the housing, connected to the edge of the enclosure; and a locking piece positioned across the interior channel from the flag piece. A frictional engagement between the locking piece and the flag piece maintains the flag piece and the edge connected thereto within the interior channel.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2013Date of Patent: April 5, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Jared A. Rosenthal, Elijah M. Wiegmann, Robert D. Daley, Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne
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Patent number: 9255422Abstract: An encapsulating system for abating and mitigating contamination from lead-based dust, particles and/or chips in a construction repair, renovation or removal operation and thereby minimizing exposure to lead-based hazardous materials is provided. The apparatus utilizes a framing mechanism supporting an encapsulator container or workbag adapted to surround and seal off a work-area encompassing a contaminated work-piece. The framing mechanism is typically adjustable poles or an adjustable frame apparatus having a plurality of height adjustable vertical legs. The flexible plastic encapsulating container is positioned and supported by the adjustable poles or frame. The container has at least one open-end for surrounding the contaminated work-piece, and the open-end of the container is adhered to the work-area and substantially surrounds and seals off the contaminated work-piece from the interior portions of the work site.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2012Date of Patent: February 9, 2016Inventors: William E. Wagner, Adam J. Ferstand
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Patent number: 9249776Abstract: An aerodynamic dome structure that is placed in front of a wind turbine hub includes a plurality of arcuate panels. The arcuate panels are interconnected to form a dome-shaped structure. A plurality of arcuate radial spar supports may be employed to support the arcuate panels.Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2014Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Peggy Lynn Baehmann, Fulton Jose Lopez, Ian David Wilson, Robert Michael Zirin
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Patent number: 9201459Abstract: Provided is a portable terminal, including: a window module; a display module disposed below the window module; a housing partially surrounding the window module and the display module; and a waterproof portion disposed on at least one of a bottom surface and a side surface of the display module to impede liquids from penetrating between the display module and the housing.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2013Date of Patent: December 1, 2015Assignee: Pantech Co., Ltd.Inventors: Yung Wook Lee, Sung Pil Kim
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Patent number: 9140031Abstract: A tent door panel assembly incorporating a pliable, soft material operatively connected to collapsible tubular frame to define an internal swinging door. The door panel of pliable material may be connected to the door opening or vestibule opening of the tent using well known attachment mechanisms. The collapsible tubular frame may be disassembled and reassembled for removal and portability.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2012Date of Patent: September 22, 2015Assignee: Outdoor Venture Corp.Inventor: Joseph William Fields
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Patent number: 9103137Abstract: A shelter system including a base assembly and a flexible support assembly where the base assembly has two legs that are held together by at least two tension straps and the where the flexible support assembly has flexible support members and spanning poles and where the flexible support members of the flexible support assembly are securely attached to the base assembly at each end of the base system legs and where the entire flexible support assembly is then erected and covered, creating a self standing shelter system.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2012Date of Patent: August 11, 2015Inventor: Marty Williams
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Patent number: 9097032Abstract: The portable shelter includes a plurality of panels, each having a least one opening adapted to receive a support member configured to connect the panels in a vertical arrangement, at least one first receiving member coupled to each panel, the at least one first receiving member adapted to receive a first attachment member configured to connect the panels in a horizontal arrangement, a plurality of second receiving members, each adapted to receive a first end of an adjustable rod, the adjustable rod being selectively adjustable to a length corresponding to the configuration of the portable shelter, and a cone-shaped attachment member having a bottom portion including at least one ring of a plurality of apertures, each aperture adapted to receive a second end of the adjustable rod, the adjustable rod connecting the cone-shaped attachment to the plurality of panels, wherein the portable shelter can receive a first cover member.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2014Date of Patent: August 4, 2015Inventor: Abdulreidha A. J. A. Al-Saffar
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Patent number: 9010046Abstract: A molding strip for fabric and wall systems has a base for securing it to a wall and at least two pairs of flexible gripping members that face each other at fabric entry slots for different fabric receiving cavities. In one embodiment, one pair of flexible gripping walls is arranged where an edge of the base and an adjacent wall or ceiling intersect and the other pair is arranged on a protruding member. The flexible gripping walls have gripping teeth to secure the fabric after insertion of fabric into a collection cavity.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2014Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: Novawell Systems, Inc.Inventor: Rob H. Reilly
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Patent number: 8997767Abstract: A portable, insulated shelter consists of flexible inner and outer layers, lightweight fabric panels located therebetween, and connected to each other, a suitable support frame, and a system, such as a HVAC unit and a suitable connector, for actively controlling the interior environment of the shelter. The shelter may be used to protect and provide livable conditions in harsh, remote locations. Methods of selectively installing and removing the fabric panels are also provided, along with methods of setting up and disassembling the shelter.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2011Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Inventors: Richard W. Hotes, Michael Vesper
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Patent number: 8978679Abstract: A temporary garage device is disclosed that allows users to easily protect the outside of their vehicle from the elements. The temporary garage device comprises a protective cover component and a storage component for storing the protective cover component. Typically, the protective cover component is positioned in an arc-shape via a plurality of thin beams secured to the interior surface of the protective cover component to form a semi-rigid skeletal structure. Specifically, the protective cover component collapses in an accordion style for storage in the interior of the storage component. When needed, the protective cover component can then be linearly extended outward from the storage component in a semi-tubular configuration to cover the vehicle. Additionally, the storage component can comprise a plurality of wheels secured to a bottom side to allow the storage component to move and for ease in transportation of the temporary garage device.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2013Date of Patent: March 17, 2015Inventor: Joseph Jennings