U.S. patent application number 11/542018 was filed with the patent office on 2008-04-03 for back umbrella.
Invention is credited to Yvonne L. Bolling.
Application Number | 20080078790 11/542018 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 39260128 |
Filed Date | 2008-04-03 |
United States Patent
Application |
20080078790 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Bolling; Yvonne L. |
April 3, 2008 |
Back umbrella
Abstract
A device to provide a hand's free use for the umbrella by
wearing the umbrella on the back of the user. This attachment to
the back is by the use of a sleeve in which to hold the umbrella
and straps to hold the umbrella to the user's back.
Inventors: |
Bolling; Yvonne L.; (Harvey,
LA) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Yvonne L. Bolling
3833 Mercer Lane
Harvey
LA
70058
US
|
Family ID: |
39260128 |
Appl. No.: |
11/542018 |
Filed: |
October 3, 2006 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
224/190 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45B 11/00 20130101;
A45F 3/04 20130101; A45C 13/40 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
224/190 |
International
Class: |
A45B 11/02 20060101
A45B011/02 |
Claims
1. A device for holding umbrellas on back comprising: (a) A sleeve
in which the rod of the umbrella fits into. (b) Straps over the
shoulders and around the chest and adornment provides a secure
comfortable fit.
2. A device which can be attached to a back pack comprising: (a) A
sleeve in which the rod of the umbrella fits into. (b) The straps
of the back pack (over the shoulders and across the adornment)
provides a secure comfortable fit.
Description
1.) FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] This invention relates generally to the area of sun, rain
protective umbrellas and more specifically to the area of umbrellas
that provide hands free use for the safety and comfort of its
users.
2.) DESCRIPTION OF THE RELATED ART
[0002] To the best of applicant's knowledge, information and
belief, there has been no similar invention.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0003] The umbrella is commonly used internationally to protect the
user thereof from sun and rain or other precipitation falling upon
him or her. The advantages of an umbrella are readily apparent.
When not in use, it is easily collapsible into a small
non-intrusive object which is easily stored. When it is necessary
to use it for protection, it can be easily drawn out and opened for
as long as it is needed.
[0004] Unfortunately, the umbrella as currently used, has several
drawbacks. One of these drawbacks is that an umbrella is of
necessity, used in inclement weather. When it is rainy or otherwise
inclement, the umbrella tends to obscure a user's view while
crossing a street from an approaching motorist. A further danger to
the user is that the umbrella is awkward to carry with packages,
baby, etc., increasing the possibility of an injurious trip or
fall. Also, by not being an additional item to carry, the user will
not become easier prey for potential criminals.
[0005] Currently, the predominant method in which umbrella users
overcome the aforementioned difficulties is to wear some sort of
raincoat, hat or visor. In addition to this being cumbersome, i.e.
requiring the wearing of an extra article, it is not always
comfortable (wind may easily take a hat or visor). Also, having
hands free use of this umbrella is an asset e.g. the user is
accompanied by a small child, whose hand must be held, the user is
carrying books or papers or other objects, etc.
[0006] Accordingly, it is an object of this invention to solve some
of the problems associated with the use of an umbrella by providing
hands free protection from the elements for an umbrella user so
that the user's visibility and versatility is increased.
[0007] It is another object of this invention to provide this hands
free use and protection while walking, working outdoors, hiking,
bicycling, etc., in inclement weather.
[0008] This hands free method is provided by simply strapping the
umbrella to the back with straps attaching it to a backpack or
backpack purse as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3. Umbrella may be strapped
or snapped into place by user very easily.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0009] FIG. 1 shows a side view of an open umbrella with the
invention attached.
[0010] FIG. 2 shows a back view of an open umbrella attached to a
back pack.
[0011] FIG. 3 shows a back view of an open umbrella attached to a
back pack with chest and abdomen straps.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT(S)
[0012] As can be seen in FIG. 1, the user will open the umbrella 5
when it is raining 6 or sun is shining 7 by means long associated
with umbrella use.
[0013] If desired by user the straps 1 can be put over shoulders,
fastened in front of the chest and adornment by adjustable straps 2
for a secure and comfortable fit.
[0014] The rod of the umbrella 4 which until now was held by the
hand, fits into the sleeve 3 which may be attached to the inside
back of a backpack 4 in FIGS. 2 and 3.
[0015] FIG. 2 shows the umbrella 1 with its rod 2 in the sleeve 3
which is attached to the inside of the backpack 4. Shoulder straps
are shown also.
[0016] FIG. 3 shows the umbrella with rod 2 in the sleeve 3 which
is attached to the inside of the backpack 4. The shoulder straps 5,
chest straps 6 and adornment straps 7 are also show in FIG. 3.
[0017] While one basic embodiment of the invention has been
described, it will be understood that it is capable of still
further modifications and this application is intended to cover any
variations, used, or adaptations of the invention, following in
general principles of the invention and including such departures
from the present disclosure as come within the knowledge or
customary practice in the art to which the invention pertains, and
as may be applied to the essential features hereinbefore set forth
and falling within the scope of the invention or the limits of the
appended claims.
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