Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
135091000 | With heating, lighting, or ventilating | 32 |
20080264460 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ENCOMPASSING A CONSTRUCTION SITE STRUCTURE - A method and system for providing an aesthetically pleasing covering for construction site structures, such as portable toilets and/or construction waste bins, includes expanses of material designed to encompass and/or encircle such structures. Various embodiments are directed to retractable, weather-resistant fabrics that, when employed in accordance with the present invention, create a cabana-like structure to obscure the undesired aesthetics of underlying structures. Other embodiments relate to camouflaging such structures to avoid the unpleasant visual appearance of reconstruction/remodeling projects where such structures are utilized. | 10-30-2008 |
20120103377 | Canopy With Solar-Powered Lighting - A canopy including a shade having a fabric top, a solar light assembly mounted in the fabric top, and legs supporting the shade. The solar light assembly includes at least one solar cell facing upwardly from a top side of the fabric top, at least one light source facing downwardly from a bottom side of the fabric top, and a power storage device for storing electrical power generated by the solar cell and for providing electrical power to the light source. A control unit controls activation and deactivation of the light source. | 05-03-2012 |
20140060599 | Portable Shelter With Outer Vinyl and Low Emissivity Layers - A portable shelter with low emissivity is provided for sheltering materials or human occupants at a remote location. The shelter has a flexible, multi-layer cover, including a vinyl material, reflective material located inside and immediately adjacent to the vinyl material, and insulation material located inside the reflective material. The low-ε vinyl cover is lightweight and thermally efficient. The shelter may be adapted for use with interior-climate control equipment at the remote location. | 03-06-2014 |
20140096805 | FRAME-MOUNTED LIGHTING FOR A COLLAPSIBLE STRUCTURE - A collapsible structure comprises elongated frame members assembled together and one or more lighting elements, and can further comprise panels attached to the frame members to at least partially enclose the structure volume. The lighting elements are integrally mounted on the frame members to illuminate the structure volume or an area around the structure. The frame members can include an integral power source connected to the lighting elements. Frame members can comprise telescoping inner and outer frame members with the lighting elements integrally mounted on the inner frame member and retractable with the inner frame member to be enclosed within the outer frame member. Applying power to the lighting elements can illuminate a deployment area while assembling together the frame members. | 04-10-2014 |
20150034137 | TENT WITH INTERNAL LIGHTS - A system for illuminating an interior of a tent with one or more lights is disclosed. The system includes one or more light strips that are attached to a seam between two panels of the tent. The light strips are located on an interior surface of the tent. A light strip may include one or more light sources, such as an LED light. | 02-05-2015 |
20160076271 | UNITARY CONSTRUCTION MICRO CAMPER WITH INTEGRATED CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - Apparatus and associated methods relate to a unitary cabin body having a utility compartment and a laterally adjacent personal compartment, the utility compartment forming a water reservoir in controlled, gravity-fed fluid communication with a climate control compartment, and a laterally directed outlet providing fluid communication from the climate control compartment to the personal compartment. In an illustrative example, the climate control compartment may be integrally formed to provide an evaporative cooling compartment and a plenum compartment. A float valve may regulate fluid communication from the water reservoir to the evaporative cooling compartment, for example. In various embodiments, a unitary roof body may engage the unitary cabin body in a stowed mode for transport, for example, and be raised above the unitary body in a deployed mode for occupancy. | 03-17-2016 |
135092000 | Heating | 4 |
20080276978 | Collapsible heated canopy - The collapsible, heated canopy provides an electrically heated, retractable canopy atop a base that can be placed at the head of a bed. The retractable canopy, when extended, surrounds either side of a head, above the head and the rear of the head when a person rests his/her head inside the canopy. A thermostatic control and power cord are provided. An automatic cutoff of the heated canopy is provided by a sensor that measures ambient temperature and cuts off the system if the ambient temperature exceeds a predetermined threshold within the confines of the canopy. A plush blanket with snaps is provided to fold around and envelop the base with a sleepworthy, comfortable material. | 11-13-2008 |
20140190537 | Portable Infrared Heating Field Tent - Systems for providing a transportable human heating system include a portable infrared (IR) field tent configured to provide IR heat therapy to a patient in the field. The tent includes a free-standing enclosure having a support structure providing sides and a base. The base defines an open bottom of the enclosure. A flexible surface supported by the support structure forms at least one side wall of the enclosure. At least one side wall of the enclosure includes an openable panel that provides access through the side wall into an interior of the enclosure. The tent includes an IR heating panel secured to an inner surface of the enclosure for heating a patient within the enclosure. A human heating system can optionally include a patient support apparatus, such as a stretcher. An IR field tent can be configured to attach to the apparatus, thus enclosing a patient upon the apparatus. | 07-10-2014 |
20150027505 | EMERGENCY SHELTER - An emergency shelter including a support frame and an outer covering. The covering includes an upper panel positioned on top of the frame, and a side panel wrapped around the frame. The upper panel has at least one downwardly extending flap with one or more fasteners. The side panel has an upper edge portion with one or more fasteners removably fastened to the fastener(s) of the at least one downwardly extending flap. Optionally, a lower panel having at least one upwardly extending flap with one or more fasteners is positioned under the frame. The side panel may have a lower edge portion with one or more fasteners removably fastened to the fastener(s) of the at least one upwardly extending flap of the lower panel. One or more packs configured to change a temperature inside the shelter relative to a temperature outside the shelter may be placed inside the shelter. | 01-29-2015 |
20150114439 | INFLATABLE EXERCISE CHAMBER - An inflatable exercise chamber ( | 04-30-2015 |
135093000 | Ventilating | 22 |
20090071520 | CANOPY LATCH SYSTEM - The technology of the present application provides a collapsible canopy shelter having reinforced eaves for additional structural integrity, as well as at least one collapsible ventilation flap in the canopy cover that is capable of moving between a closed position and an open position to ventilate air from beneath the canopy cover as desired. Further, the collapsible canopy shelter comprises a canopy frame with a robust, spring-loaded pull latch, allowing the user to quickly and easily assemble and collapse the shelter without risking injury. | 03-19-2009 |
20090133730 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SHELTERING INDIVIDUALS IN A HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT - Embodiments of the invention provide a mobile, modular emergency shelter which contains adequate breathable air cylinders connected to full face air masks, food, water, and first aid/medical supplies to enable a predetermined number of individuals (up to sixteen individuals in one embodiment) to survive and shelter in place in a hazardous environment, such as an underground mine containing toxic air secondary to explosions, fires, roof falls, or flooding, for a predetermined time period (up to four to five days in one embodiment) while awaiting rescue. | 05-28-2009 |
20110146738 | Covering for a Portable Toilet Structure - A method and system for providing an aesthetically pleasing covering for construction site structures, such as portable toilets and/or construction waste bins, includes expanses of material designed to encompass and/or encircle such structures. Various embodiments are directed to retractable, weather-resistant fabrics that, when employed in accordance with the present invention, create a cabana-like structure to obscure the undesired aesthetics of underlying structures. Other embodiments relate to camouflaging such structures to avoid the unpleasant visual appearance of reconstruction/remodeling projects where such structures are utilized. | 06-23-2011 |
20120325279 | ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAINMENT UNIT - The present invention relates to environmental containment units, and more particularly to an environmental containment unit with a disposable barrier for use in hospitals, healthcare facilities, clean rooms, and other interiors for creating a controlled localized environment. In one embodiment, an environmental containment unit includes a frame and a disposable barrier supported by the frame. The barrier wraps around a top portion of the frame. The barrier includes a tube and a floor, and the tube may be made of polyethylene film. The barrier is disposable after a single use. | 12-27-2012 |
20130014791 | PROTECTIVE SHELTER - Protective shelters for enclosing one or more persons and/or animals are described. A capsule can be a spherical or substantially spherical, water-tight shell surrounding a frame and forming an interior portion which accommodates the one or more persons and/or animal; and at least one sealable entry door configured to seal at least one opening formed in the shell. | 01-17-2013 |
20130061896 | VENTILATION PANELS HAVING CURVED OPENINGS AND STRUCTURES INCORPORATING SUCH VENTILATION PANELS - Pliable ventilation panels having curved openings provided at opposing locations with respect to a midline that are selectively openable and closeable are disclosed. The ventilation panels are generally fabricated from pliable materials and may be opened at one or more locations along the opening(s) to provide ventilation and/or access at different locations along the opening(s). | 03-14-2013 |
20130312799 | COLLAPSIBLE FRAME FOR A SHELTER - A frame is articulable between erected and a collapsed states and includes first and second frame supports. Each frame support has a pair of center frame members rotatably coupled about a center joint, each of which is selectively moveable between a first position when the frame is in the erected state and a second position when the frame is in the collapsed state. A purlin assembly has first and second purlin members that are rotatably coupled about a purlin mid-joint. A first end of the purlin assembly is pivotally coupled to the first frame support, and a second end of the purlin assembly is pivotally coupled to the second frame support. The purlin assembly is selectively lockable in an extended position when the frame is in the erected state and is rotatable to a folded position when the frame is in the collapsed state. | 11-28-2013 |
20140216511 | OUTDOOR SHELTER SYSTEM - An apparatus includes an elongate base layer that has a first end and a second end. A rain-fly having a first end and a second end is coupled to the base layer and configured to be spaced apart from the base layer such that the rain-fly and the base layer define an internal volume. At least a portion of the rain-fly is movable between an open configuration in which the internal volume can be accessed, and a closed configuration in which the internal volume is substantially sealed. A vent is disposed in the rain-fly and is configured to allow ventilation into the internal volume when the rain-fly is in the closed configuration. Tensioning members are coupled to the base layer and are configured to be coupled to support members to suspend the apparatus off the ground. | 08-07-2014 |
20160095243 | COLLAPSIBLE ENCLOSURE COVER FOR FACILITATING AIR FLOW FOR AN ENCLOSURE - A collapsible enclosure cover for facilitating air flow for an enclosure having a collapsible frame with a first guide rail having a mounting bracket and an elongated member. The collapsible frame also has a second guide rail having a mounting bracket and an elongated member. The collapsible frame also has a plurality of poles extending from the first guide rail to the second guide rail that swivel around the elongated members. The collapsible enclosure cover also has a fabric portion connected to and disposed over the plurality of poles. | 03-31-2016 |
135094000 | Of shelter roof | 13 |
20090071521 | CANOPY WITH REINFORCED EAVES - The technology of the present application provides a collapsible canopy shelter having reinforced eaves for additional structural integrity, as well as at least one collapsible ventilation flap in the canopy cover that is capable of moving between a closed position and an open position to ventilate air from beneath the canopy cover as desired. Further, the collapsible canopy shelter comprises a canopy frame with a robust, spring-loaded pull latch, allowing the user to quickly and easily assemble and collapse the shelter without risking injury. | 03-19-2009 |
20090260665 | VENTILATOR FOR VENTING COVERS - Disclosed is an improved ventilator apparatus for vehicle covers. The apparatus comprises a dome section that is associated with a first ventilator plate on the outside of a vehicle cover. The Dome section extends through the vehicle cover where it is associated with a second ventilator plate. A nut is used to releasably associate the component pieces together so that a portion of the vehicle cover is clamped between the first ventilator plate and the second ventilator plate. Both the first ventilator plate and second ventilator plate are configured so that either plate may be used on the inside or outside of the cover. The improved ventilator plate design comprises air vents disposed within the plate so that water on a top surface of the ventilator plate cannot run into the vent openings. In addition, support gussets have been redesigned so provide an improved venturi action that tends to suck air through the vent opening when air blows across the vent openings. | 10-22-2009 |
20100200034 | Ventilable Portable Structure Assembly - A ventilable portable structure arrangement is transformable between a collapsed state and an erected state. The assembly comprises a first portion ( | 08-12-2010 |
20100243013 | Outdoor canopy - An outdoor canopy includes a canopy frame, a canopy shelter and a side entrance arrangement. The canopy frame includes a roof frame and a legs frame downwardly extended from the roof frame to form a canopy area. The canopy shelter, which is made of waterproof fabric, is detachably fastening at the canopy frame to define a ceiling wall, a front wall, a rear wall and two sidewalls for enclosing the canopy area therewithin. The side entrance arrangement is formed on one of the sidewalls of the canopy shelter for a user to gain entry to and exit the canopy area without having to pass through the front entrance, wherein the side entrance arrangement contains a side entrance opening formed on the corresponding sidewall of the canopy shelter, and comprise at least one entrance fabric operatively mounted on the corresponding sidewall. | 09-30-2010 |
20110023921 | Outdoor canopy - An outdoor canopy includes a canopy frame, a canopy shelter and a side entrance arrangement. The canopy frame includes a roof frame and a legs frame downwardly extended from the roof frame to form a canopy area. The canopy shelter, which is made of waterproof fabric, is detachably fastening at the canopy frame to define a ceiling wall, a front wall, a rear wall and two sidewalls for enclosing the canopy area therewithin. The side entrance arrangement is formed on one of the sidewalls of the canopy shelter for a user to gain entry to and exit the canopy area without having to pass through the front entrance, wherein the side entrance arrangement contains a side entrance opening formed on the corresponding sidewall of the canopy shelter, and comprise at least one entrance fabric operatively mounted on the corresponding sidewall. | 02-03-2011 |
20110056529 | CANOPY WITH VENTILATION - The technology of the present application provides a collapsible canopy shelter having reinforced eaves for additional structural integrity, as well as at least one collapsible ventilation flap in the canopy cover that is capable of moving between a closed position and an open position to ventilate air from beneath the canopy cover as desired. Further, the collapsible canopy shelter comprises a canopy frame with a robust, spring-loaded pull latch, allowing the user to quickly and easily assemble and collapse the shelter without risking injury. | 03-10-2011 |
20110146739 | Outdoor Canopy - An outdoor canopy includes a canopy frame, a canopy shelter and a side entrance arrangement. The canopy frame includes a roof frame and a legs frame downwardly extended from the roof frame to form a canopy area. The canopy shelter, which is made of waterproof fabric, is detachably fastening at the canopy frame to define a ceiling wall, a front wall, a rear wall and two sidewalls for enclosing the canopy area therewithin. The side entrance arrangement is formed on one of the sidewalls of the canopy shelter for a user to gain entry to and exit the canopy area without having to pass through the front entrance, wherein the side entrance arrangement contains a side entrance opening formed on the corresponding sidewall of the canopy shelter, and comprise at least one entrance fabric operatively mounted on the corresponding sidewall. | 06-23-2011 |
20110192436 | VENTILATOR FOR VENTING COVERS WITH IMPROVED AIR FLOW - Disclosed is an improved ventilator apparatus for covers. The apparatus comprises a dome section that is associated with a first ventilator plate on the outside of a vehicle cover. The Dome section extends through the vehicle cover where it is associated with a second ventilator plate. A nut is used to releaseably associate the component pieces together so that a portion of the vehicle cover is clamped between the first ventilator plate and the second ventilator plate. Both the first ventilator plate and second ventilator plate are interchangeable so that either plate may be used on the inside or outside of the cover. | 08-11-2011 |
20120125389 | VENT FOR A TENT OR SHELTER - A vent is provided for a tent or shelter. The vent is supported by a centrally located vent pole, the vent pole running lengthwise with the vent flap. The vent pole is formed of a construction that is resilient enough to support the vent during use, but is flexible enough so that the vent may be collapsed during storage. | 05-24-2012 |
20120279540 | TENT WITH IMPROVED VENTILATION SYSTEM - A tent structure with an improved ventilation system includes a pole assembly, a lower section defined by a plurality of walls and a floor, and an upper section having an inner layer and an outer layer. The inner layer includes a first set of openings covered by an air permeable material. A perimeter of the inner layer is fixedly attached to a top portion of the lower section to form an enclosure. The outer layer is disposed above the inner layer and a second set of openings is formed between a perimeter of the outer layer and the top portion of the lower section. A first set of connecting members connects the inner and outer layers, and forms a space therebetween. A second set of connecting members connects the outer layer and the pole assembly. | 11-08-2012 |
20130233364 | SHADE SHELTER WITH SOLAR PANELS - A shade shelter includes one or more solar panels selectively mounted thereon. The shade shelter may be erected over an associated structure in order to at least reduce the thermal radiation effects of the sun on the associated shelter. | 09-12-2013 |
20140014151 | WEATHER DOME | 01-16-2014 |
20140261596 | VEGETATION PROTECTION SYSTEM - A protective system for vegetation has an underground housing from which a protective canopy can be deployed. The canopy unfurls as it is deployed and its position above ground can be adjusted after it is fully unfurled. After use, the canopy can be furled and lowered back into the housing. A liquid delivery system allows use of anti-freeze or fertilizer to be delivered via the system. Deployment of the system can be done manually or automatically in response to a selected signal. | 09-18-2014 |