Abstract: A hand truck for moving an irregularly shaped object includes a rack alternately positionable between first and second use positions. In the first use position two support arms extend forwardly from the frame and in the second use position a substantially planar platform extends forwardly from the frame. The rack is adjustably positionable along the length of the frame. In embodiments, the support arms are positionable to vary the width therebetween. In other embodiments, a pivoting mechanism allows the rack to be readily positioned between the first and second use positions.

Abstract: A mobility device storage apparatus for a vehicle, may include a door having a storage space therein and a position releasing portion disposed in the storage space; and a tiltable storage device disposed in the storage space to be rotatable in a lateral direction, the tiltable storage device being tiltable in a vertical direction wherein a tilting motion of the tiltable storage device in the vertical direction is restricted by a tilting-up locking portion, wherein when the tiltable storage device is rotated in the lateral direction, the tilting-up locking portion is interlocked with the position releasing portion, wherein the tilting motion of the tiltable storage device in the vertical direction is unrestricted to allow the tiltable storage device to be tilted upward or downward.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a storage apparatus for a mobility device in a vehicle, wherein the mobility device is stored in a vehicle door and the mobility device can be taken out directly from the vehicle door by maintaining the tilted state of the mobility device.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a backpack with an anchoring device. The anchoring device allows an umbrella to be attached to the backpack. The umbrella has a collapsible canopy and can be stored in a storage unit on the backpack.

Abstract: A backpack with an integral umbrella that enables a user to be protected by an umbrella without the necessity of having to hold it during use, thus leaving one's hands free for other tasks is herein disclosed. A smaller vertical compartment within the backpack houses the umbrella which is deployed by an actuator mechanism on a shoulder strap portion of the backpack. When deployed, the umbrella extends upward over the top of the user via a sectionalized shaft. In such a manner the user is protected from rain and other elements while walking and wearing the backpack, leaving both hands free to perform other tasks.

Abstract: A panel end cap storage unit is disposed on an instrument panel end cap adjacent a vehicle door and is configured such that the unit is not accessible when the vehicle door is closed. In this way, the present invention provides a nonvisible secure storage unit that is only accessible when the adjacent vehicle door is open.

Abstract: An umbrella carrier secures a wet umbrella outside of a vehicle. A closed umbrella is strapped or otherwise secured to at least one umbrella carrier arm that is attached to a mounting pole coupled with a vehicle window support clip or some other temporary mounting means.

Abstract: An automated umbrella assembly includes an outer housing having a bottom wall, a top wall and a peripheral wall. A tube is rotatably mounted in the housing. The tube extends upwardly toward an aperture in the top wall and has an open upper end. An inwardly extending threaded lip is attached to an inner surface of the tube. An umbrella includes a shaft having a top end and a bottom end. A plurality of gores is attached to the top end. The gores are selectively positioned in a collapsed position or in an extended position. The shaft has a threaded outer surface and is threadably coupled to the lip. The shaft is extended outwardly through the aperture when the tube is rotated in a first direction and pulled into the outer housing when the tube is rotated in the second direction. A motor is mechanically coupled to the tube.

Abstract: A baton carrier featuring an attachment assembly that is rotatable with respect to the holder portion of the carrier. The baton carrier can be placed in various angular positions with respect to the attachment assembly on the user's belt. The rotatable attachment assembly simplifies the removal of a baton, as well an enhancing comfort for the wearer, by allowing the user to position the carrier at an optimum angle. The baton carrier of the present invention can also accommodate belts of different widths. In one embodiment, the attachment assembly has an adjustable member whose position along the assembly can be changed to allow belts of different widths to be looped therethrough. In another embodiment, one of a plurality of inserts of various sizes may be selected for insertion within the belt loop of the attachment assembly.

Abstract: A backpack assembly includes a back portion and a front portion. The front portion includes a strap member which includes umbrella supports for holding an umbrella in an opened and closed position in front of the wearer to protect the wearer from the elements. Optionally, a child carrier may also be attached to the front portion of the backpack assembly.

Abstract: An expansible and retractable protective cover is provided for umbrellas. The cover is mountable to align with the shaft of the umbrella and can be expanded parallel to the shaft of the umbrella to cover the umbrella after the umbrella has been folded into a closed condition. Thus, the cover contains moisture accumulated on the wet umbrella cloth from scattering.

Abstract: A support apparatus for crutches that can be configured in one position to hold a pair of crutches in an upright position that is convenient for the user to reacquire for use and takes up less floor space than laying the crutches on the floor. In a second configuration the apparatus is stored in a compact area so that it will not interfere with the normal use of the crutch to which it is attached. The apparatus is modular and can be designed to work with a variety of existing or new designs of crutches.

Abstract: A support device for an elongated weapon which is connectable to a belt. The support includes a housing having a bottom and a wall portion extending from the bottom along the dimension of elongation of the weapon. The wall portion forms an open chamber for accommodating the weapon and positioning the elongated weapon in an upright manner with the weapon resting on the bottom of the housing. A clamp releasably secures a portion of the elongated weapon in the upright manner, but is removed with a force applied outwardly from the housing. A slot is formed in the wall portion and extends along the majority of the dimension of elongation of the weapon.

Abstract: A holder for wet articles such as umbrellas includes a liquid absorbent interior portion and a leak resistant exterior portion. The liquid absorbent interior portion includes a central cavity for receiving the wet article and access means for extending the interior portion from the exterior portion. A connector portion connects the interior portion to the exterior portion. The holder may also include an adjustment strap that restricts access to the central cavity within the interior portion.

Abstract: A backpack assembly includes a back portion and a front portion. The front portion includes a strap member which includes umbrella supports for holding an umbrella in an opened and closed position in front of the wearer to protect the wearer from the elements. Optionally, a child carrier may also be attached to the front portion of the backpack assembly.

Abstract: An umbrella frame includes a hub, a center pole coupled to the hub for supporting the hub, and a plurality of ribs disposable into the hub. The ribs serve to extend, stretch or support the cover. The hub has a corresponding plurality of pairs of bores defined therein. One of the bores of each pair is used for deploying the ribs in a configuration to support the cover and the other for storing the ribs. One of the bores of the pair is inclined relative to a horizontal plane defined by the hub, and the other is vertical to a horizontal plane. Each rib has an end disposable into the hub and a spring lock to selectively lock into the hub. The pair of bores coact with the spring lock to selectively lock the rib in the bores in both the deployment and storage configurations.

Abstract: A hands-free carry-bag/umbrella sling with a frontally-disposed receptacle and rearward support harness. The support harness comprises a broad three-strap wishbone support for holding a significant load and the umbrella securely against the body. The frontal receptacle is sized to carry a considerable payload, and it includes a pocket for receiving the handle of any conventional umbrella, inclusive of curved handles. A support that is sewn into the carry-bag/umbrella sling supports the shaft of the umbrella. The particularly configured shape provides a snug fit, yet the carry-bag provides for quick and easy deployment and removal. The free-hanging design safely and securely holds any size umbrella in its open configuration. Moreover, when the carry-bag is not in use, its particularly configured paneled structure easily collapses and folds for storage.

Abstract: A bag, of tote or briefcase size, includes an umbrella sleeve which is easily accessible. The sleeve comprises a stiff backing member and an elastic mesh material attached thereto to form an open-ended pocket. When not in use, the umbrella sleeve is stowed within a bottom pocket of the bag. When needed to hold an umbrella, the umbrella sleeve is pulled from the stowed position and placed in a use position, in which the umbrella sleeve is temporarily affixed to a side of the bag. In the use position, the umbrella sleeve is ready to receive an umbrella for storage while promoting drying, if the umbrella is wet. When the umbrella sleeve is no longer needed, it may be returned to the stowed position by the aid of the stiff backing member.

Abstract: The Cone Shape Brella Bag—a convenient and sleek, chic umbrella carrier—has an inner lining and outer sleeve. The inner lining is made of waterproof fabric to prevent the Cone Shape Brella Bag from water damage to the outside fabric. The outer sleeve is made of a variety of fabric depicting casual, style, and elegance. The Cone Shape Brella Bag is an umbrella-carrying receptacle of fabric designed to provide convenience to consumers for carrying their umbrella when not in use.

Abstract: A support device for an elongated weapon which is connectable to a belt. The support includes a housing having a bottom and a wall portion extending from the bottom along the dimension of elongation of the weapon. The wall portion forms an open chamber for accommodating the weapon and positioning the elongated weapon in an upright manner with the weapon resting on the bottom of the housing. A clamp releasably secures a portion of the elongated weapon in the upright manner, but is removed with a force applied outwardly from the housing. A slot is formed in the wall portion and extends along the majority of the dimension of elongation of the weapon.

Abstract: An umbrella cover is disclosed for minimizing or eliminating wear and tear on an outdoor umbrella while the umbrella is not being used. The umbrella cover utilizes two support sticks and a hard cover to keep the wear and tear of weather from damaging an umbrella Further, the umbrella cover utilizes an attachment means, preferably a hook and loop attachment system or a plurality of buckles, to firmly maintain the umbrella cover in a “down” position when in use. The two support sticks can be broken down into shorter lengths to make packaging of the present invention more convenient.

Abstract: A back pack with an elongate sleeve mounted on the front panel thereof at a readily accessible area and made, at least in part, of an open mesh nylon material. A nylon ring provides an open end for the sleeve through which an umbrella can be inserted in a folded collapsed state. A water impervious layer between the cavity of the sleeve and the panel of the back pack stops water vapor, from a wet umbrella, getting into the back pack storage compartment. A piece of sponge material is located in the sleeve to reduce the amount of moisture run-off from an umbrella returned to the storage sleeve while wet.

Abstract: A hands free umbrella apparatus that is easily packed and stored without any bulkiness. There is a spring loaded height adjustment mechanism used with a stem and attachment sleeve and two external support belts that utilize hook and loop fasteners or belt buckles to secure the support belts around the user. The external support belts can be conveniently wrapped around the stem and attachment sleeve of the umbrella apparatus and secured by another hook and loop fastener while in storage.

Abstract: Umbrella apparatus is provided for use by disc golfers and others. The device includes a hollow, cylindrical, longitudinal member which can provide a storage compartment for an umbrella slidably disposed therein. A suction cup mounted atop the longitudinal member allows the user to easily pick up discs without having to stoop or bend.

Abstract: A vehicle umbrella holder comprising a plastic member providing an elongated half round tray into which an umbrella can be positioned. The tray is shaped to conform to a removable open celled absorbent sponge liner that is attachable to the interior facing surface of the tray and which can absorb water dripping from the umbrella. A pair of attachment tabs extend outward from the tray structure and are adapted to be inserted between the back of the seat and the rear deck.

Abstract: A carrying device for a closed umbrella permits the umbrella to be carried over the shoulder or across the body. The carrying device comprises a length of flexible material with an aperture at each end, one aperture fitting over one end of the umbrella and the other over the other end.

Abstract: A backpack that includes an umbrella support assembly and an umbrella. The umbrella is storable within an umbrella storage compartment provided along an entire side edge of the backpack. The collapsible rain canopy is sized to shield the back pack and the user from rain when deployed.

Abstract: A protective cover for enclosing an umbrella is disclosed which is structured to provide easy and quick attachment of the cover to an item of apparel so that the umbrella may be carried by the user in a hands-free manner. The protective cover of the invention is lightweight and compact, and may be structured with waterproof components for protecting the umbrella from the elements. Additionally, the cover may be structured with a material component which draws moisture away from the umbrella when placed in the cover so that formation of mold is lessened. The cover includes an attachment member which is structured to slidingly attach to an item of apparel, such as a belt on a coat, a pocket welt, a purse strap, a button, a briefcase, a backpack, or the like. In one embodiment, the attachment member may be movable relative to the stabilizing collar to enable the cover to be reduced in size and dimension for easy storage while not in use.

Abstract: An umbrella support attachment for a bicycle is provided which comprises a distal portion support member including a fastening portion to be attached to a seat stay of the bicycle and a support portion for supporting a distal portion of the umbrella, and a proximal portion support member including a fastening portion to be attached to a frame bar of the bicycle and a clipping portion for supporting a proximal portion of the umbrella. The umbrella support attachment is effective to carry an elongate object such as an umbrella on a bicycle without interfering with the operation of the bicycle and smooth movement of movable components of the bicycle.

Abstract: A holder for wet fold-up umbrellas and wet long umbrellas and for disposably collecting water dripping therefrom. The holder includes a canister, an insert, and a drawer. The canister rests on a horizontal surface. The insert is replaceably mounted in the canister and suspends the wet fold-up umbrellas and the wet long umbrellas in the canister. The drawer is slidably and replaceably mounted in the canister and disposably collects the water dripping from the wet fold-up umbrellas and the wet long umbrellas.

Abstract: A holding device for attaching to a torso and supporting a pop-up umbrella upright without the use of hands of a wearer and has an in-use position where it is releasibly attached to the torso of the wearer and a non-use position where it is removed from the torso of the wearer and stowed away for easy transport.

Abstract: A multifunctional article holder adapted to rest between the two front seats of a car. The holder includes a main body and an independent mobile phone bag. The main body includes a facial tissue box container and a garbage collection bag associated with the container. The mobile phone is disposed with an article bag associated therewith. The mobile phone bag is detachably attached to the facial tissue box container by fastening belts. A cover flap is connected to one side of an upper opening of both the facial tissue box container and the garbage collection bag, so that the cover flap covers the openings. Two latch clips and extensible belts are disposed on outer sides of the container. A water collection cup is disposed on each extensible belt, whereby a handle of an umbrella can be held in the latch clip with a tip of the umbrella placed in the water collection cup to collect rain water. The latch clips also serve to hold other items.

Abstract: A storage device for umbrellas for installation in motor vehicles has a receiving compartment arranged in a vehicle door and an umbrella holder movably connected thereto for receiving an umbrella, the umbrella holder is movable between an inner end position in which it is enclosed in the receiving compartment and an outer end position in which it can be removed from the umbrella holder and inserted therein, a unit for moving the umbrella holder from the inner to the outer end position and formed so that the umbrella holder is moved under the action of a spring from the inner to the outer end position and is held securely in the receiving compartment against the force of the spring by a manual releaseable locking mechanism, and a unit is provided for moving the umbrella from the outer to the inner end position as the vehicle door closes and including a driver member arranged on the umbrella holder and also a stop arranged on the door sill.

Abstract: A roll-up storage pouch has a generally rectangular sheet of flexible material with one edge anchored to a door panel and integrally including a constant-force flat spring which in a stable state is coiled and which can be uncoiled and straightened. The rectangular flexible member thus can be rolled up and enclose items, such as an umbrella, therein for storage. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the end of the flexible pouch opposite its anchoring to the vehicle panel includes a rigid member to which a strap can be attached for controlling the roll-up storage pouch.

Abstract: The storage device for an umbrella includes a quiver-shaped receiving housing (1, 30) provided with an opening (2) at one end for the umbrella (3) and a base wall (4, 34) at another end remote from the one end; a mounting device (18) including a base plate (19) and a mounting pillar (20) having a flange and arranged substantially at right angles to the base plate; and a joint (13) pivotally connecting the receiving housing (1,30) with the mounting means (18) so that the receiving housing (1,30) is pivotable from a stowed-away position (P1) into a swiveled-out position (P2) for insertion and removal of the umbrella (3). The joint (13) has a swivel axis (SA) about which the receiving housing (1,30) pivots and the swivel axis (SA) extends transversely to a receiving housing longitudinal axis (15). This joint (13) is arranged on a side of the base wall (4, 34) opposite from a receiving housing interior and hingedly connects a fixing bolt (14a) to the base wall (4, 34).

Abstract: An umbrella rack for motor vehicles, including a casing defining a chamber and having a plurality of top holes in communication with the chamber, a plurality of telescopic sockets respectively mounted in the top holes of the casing for holding an umbrella respectively, a sliding water tray mounted in the chamber of the casing for collecting water from the umbrellas being mounted in the top holes of the casing, and a mounting device adapted for securing the casing to the backrest of a vehicle chair.

Abstract: A tote strap for an umbrella, for carrying the umbrella when not in use. The tote strap comprises a flexible strap having at one end a first loop, and at the other end a second loop. The first loop is placed over the handle of the umbrella. The second loop is twisted prior to being stitched in place, thereby causing the resultant configuration to be frustoconical. The end of the umbrella penetrates the second loop until the generally frustoconical collapsed canopy of the umbrella abuts the second loop. A sling for carrying the folded umbrella over the shoulder by engaging two ends of the umbrella is thereby formed.

Abstract: A holder for supporting an umbrella. The inventive device includes tip mounting assembly securable to a support surface for receiving a tip of a closed umbrella. A handle mounting assembly is securable to the support surface for receiving a handle of the umbrella to support the umbrella relative to the support surface for storage and drying of the umbrella.

Abstract: An umbrella holder which straps to an individual's torso is adapted to hold an open umbrella upright so as to permit the user's hands to be unencumbered. The umbrella holder includes a harness having a shoulder strap which crosses the back and chest of the user at an oblique angle and engages a waist belt. A support member which secures the umbrella to the harness extends generally perpendicular from the belt and engages the shoulder strap. The shoulder forms a brace which provides lateral support to the support member to maintain the umbrella in its upright orientation.

Abstract: An umbrella holder for storing an umbrella and permitting evaporation of topical fluids therefrom. The inventive device includes a side wall orthogonally coupled to a bottom wall, and a pair of spaced, quarter-round end walls defining an interior cavity for receiving the umbrella. An arcuate cover is pivotally mounted to the bottom wall and removably securable to the side wall to capture the umbrella within the device. Ventilation apertures permit drying of a wet umbrella and an adhesive mounting allows the device to be mounted within a vehicle or the like.

Abstract: A sheathing device for receiving wet umbrella in order to collect water. The device includes a flexible tubular member having a handle and a cap secured to the ends. The cap includes an enclosed end having an orifice for engaging with a plug and for releasing collected water. Two lock rings are secured to the cap and the handle for securing the ends of the tubular member, It is preferable that the handle includes a larger size than the cap such that the water can be collected in the tubular member close to the cap.

Abstract: An umbrella cover assembly includes a truncated conical cover made from felxible water repellent material and closed at its upper end has a longitudinal slit extend from its open lower end toward its upper end. Elongate battens made from resilient flexible material and having arcuate transverse cross-sections are contained within pockets in the cover extending along opposite sides of the slit. The battens impart longitudinal stiffness to the flexible cover in the region of the slit and are used to raise the cover to position it on a tall article. Both the cover and the battens contained in it are foldable to a compact storage condition.

Abstract: An umbrella is provided a pair of legging-storage pockets on diametrically opposite sides of the center of the umbrella canopy to aid in balancing the weight of the pockets and their contents on opposite sides of the canopy center. Each of the pockets has a closeable entry opening communicating with the pocket interior and through which opening a legging body can be passed into and out of the pocket interior. A pair of folded open-ended tubular legging bodies of flexible, liquid-tight sheet material are normally stored in these pockets. Each of the tubular bodies has an open bottom with a loop-forming stirrup adapted to loop around one of the user's shoes and be pulled adjacent to the heel of the user's shoe, where it makes little or no contact with the ground to minimize wear thereof. Securing means, which are preferably a Velcro.RTM.

Abstract: A device for carrying an umbrella includes a tape support of a ring form which is fixed on the upper part of a user's torso so as to embrace the shoulder of one arm and the armpit of the other arm. An elastic pocket receives the umbrella handle and is able to rotate with respect to the tape support when the umbrella is lowered along the user's body. An auxiliary tape support, also of a ring form, is fixed on the occipitofrontal part of the user's head and has a loose loop fastener with a button for fixing the upper part of the umbrella stick when the umbrella is in an unfolded position. Both of the tape supports are made of elastic material.

Abstract: A device is described that is to be worn by the user of an umbrella or parasol. The device supports the umbrella in position over the user so that neither hand is occupied by the umbrella. The device comprises: a) a plate that fits against the user's back; b) a harness connected/connectable to the plate and constructed so as to support the plate against a middle portion of the user's back; and c) a cup or similar support fastened onto the plate to support the umbrella in open position above the user.

Abstract: An umbrella cover for covering a closed umbrella is provided. The umbrella cover comprises a cylindrical roll of a spirally wound strip which may be elongated by axially pulling out the outer end of the the wound strip. The inner end of the wound strip is secured to the ferrule of the umbrella. The strip has formed therein a plurality of parallel slits extending at a predetermined tilt angle in relation to the longitudinal axis of the strip, and a plurality lips which have a configuration capable of engaging with the slit. The strip is wound such that the lip in one turn of the spirally wound strip is engaged with the slit in the adjacent turn of the wound strip so that the lip can slide along the slit upon elongation of the cylindrical roll, and such an engagement of the lips in the slit prevents the wound strip from being excessively pulled out. The strip may comprise two overlaid film tapes each having the slits or the lips formed therein, or one film tape having the both.

Abstract: A one-piece umbrella holder for a collapsed umbrella formed as a tubular member with first and second ends. The ends of the tubular member are structured to hold the collapsed umbrella loosely enough so that a user can push it through the ends but tightly enough so that it does not jar loose in ordinary use whether mounted horizontally, vertically or at an angle. The tubular member is open between the ends with a strip connecting the ends.

Abstract: An apparatus as set forth including an elongate flexible sling member, including an upper terminal end mounted to a support rod tip projecting coaxially of the support rod extending beyond an associated umbrella canopy. The lower terminal end of the sling is mounted to a lower terminal end of the support rod adjacent a handle of an associated umbrella structure. The sling member includes an adjusting sleeve defining a loop of the elongate sling member to effect elongate adjustment of the sling to permit securement of the associated umbrella about a torso portion of an associated individual transporting the umbrella. A modification of the invention includes the lower terminal end of the sling member wound about a spring-biased drum to retractably secure the sling member within a housing. Further, an elongate support web selectively secures a water repellent jacket within a cavity of the web, wherein the web is mounted to the support rod tip and a projecting canopy spine member of the associated canopy.

Abstract: A backpack system for personal use in carrying a full day's worth of beach related items. A pliant rectangular shell has adjustable straps for easy carrying capabilities. Numerous external pockets of variable size permit packing of numerous odd-sized items. An umbrella retaining assembly allows the user to carry a beach umbrella for shade purposes and a connector assembly attaches a tubular designed beach chair to the backpack. The shell encloses two individualized cavities to separately carry larger items. A flexible hinge and connection feature allows the user to have easy access to each internal cavity by opening the top cover or the upper portion of the backpack. An ice chest is releasably secured within the lower cavity to carry ice and canned beverages.

Abstract: An umbrella container equipped in an automotive vehicle and used to store therein an umbrella for a vehicle passenger. The umbrella container is comprised of a cylindrical casing disposed between the inner and outer panels of a rear fender of the vehicle. The casing is formed at its one end with an umbrella entrance. A cylindrical umbrella support member is slidably disposed inside the casing to be displaceable within a certain range in the longitudinal direction of the casing. The umbrella support member is biased toward the umbrella entrance by means of a constant force spring. The umbrella support member can be selectively locked at a plurality of positions in the casing longitudinal direction upon insertion of the umbrella by means of a multiple state locking mechanism, thereby making possible to store a variety of umbrellas of different lengths.