U.S. patent application number 15/239684 was filed with the patent office on 2017-08-10 for systems, devices, and/or methods for managing hammocks.
The applicant listed for this patent is John D. Smith, JR.. Invention is credited to John D. Smith, JR..
Application Number | 20170224092 15/239684 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 59496990 |
Filed Date | 2017-08-10 |
United States Patent
Application |
20170224092 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Smith, JR.; John D. |
August 10, 2017 |
Systems, Devices, and/or Methods for Managing Hammocks
Abstract
Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a hammock. The hammock
comprises a body. The body comprises a plurality of layers of
material cut to form a channel in each end when folded and sewn
together to form a quadrilateral parallelogram. A length of
grosgrain ribbon is sewn down a length of edges of long diagonals
of at least two of the plurality of layers of material, so as when
folded over and sewn the channels are formed.
Inventors: |
Smith, JR.; John D.;
(Elizabeth City, NC) |
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Applicant: |
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Smith, JR.; John D. |
Elizabeth City |
NC |
US |
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Family ID: |
59496990 |
Appl. No.: |
15/239684 |
Filed: |
August 17, 2016 |
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Application
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62292341 |
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Current U.S.
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1/1 |
Current CPC
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A45F 3/22 20130101; A45F
2003/001 20130101 |
International
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A45F 3/22 20060101
A45F003/22 |
Claims
1. A system comprising: a hammock, said hammock comprising a body,
said body comprising a plurality of layers of material cut to form
a channel in each end when folded and sewn together to form a
quadrilateral parallelogram, wherein a length of grosgrain ribbon
is sewn down a length of edges of long diagonals of at least two of
said plurality of layers of material, so as when folded over and
sewn said channels are formed, wherein said grosgrain ribbon forms
a loop inside said channels on each side and end of said hammock
thereby forming a suspension system and defining an operative shape
of said hammock.
2. The system of claim 1, further comprising: a canopy fixedly
coupled to said hammock, wherein said canopy comprises a netted
material.
3. The system of claim 1, further comprising: a canopy fixedly
coupled to said hammock, wherein said canopy comprises an opaque
material.
4. The system of claim 1, wherein: said long diagonals of said
plurality of layers form said body, while short diagonals of said
plurality of layers form said channel.
5. The system of claim 1, wherein: a zipper is installed along said
long diagonals.
6. The system of claim 1, wherein: said suspension system supports
a user laying on said hammock.
7. The system of claim 1, wherein: said body comprises attachment
points on at least one of said long diagonals, said attachment
points constructed to allow accessories to be coupled to said
hammock.
8. The system of claim 1, wherein: said body comprises attachment
points on at least one of said long diagonals, said attachment
points constructed to allow accessories to be coupled to said
hammock.
9. The system of claim 1, wherein: said body comprises attachment
points on at least one of said long diagonals, said attachment
points constructed to be coupled to the earth or to something that
limits movement of said hammock.
10. The system of claim 1, wherein: said hammock comprises a pocket
sewn inside an end thereof.
11. The system of claim 1, wherein: said suspension system is
adjustable.
12. The system of claim 1, wherein: said suspension system
comprises ring buckles that are coupled to a grosgrain strap.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims priority to, and incorporates by
reference herein in its entirety, pending United States Provisional
Patent Application Ser. No. 62/292341 (Attorney Docket No.
1117-001), filed Feb. 7, 2016.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0002] A wide variety of potential practical and useful embodiments
will be more readily understood through the following detailed
description of certain exemplary embodiments, with reference to the
accompanying exemplary drawings in which:
[0003] FIG. 1 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 1000;
[0004] FIG. 2 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 2000;
[0005] FIG. 3 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 3000;
[0006] FIG. 4 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 4000;
[0007] FIG. 5 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 5000;
[0008] FIG. 6 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 6000;
[0009] FIG. 7 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 7000;
[0010] FIG. 8 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 8000;
[0011] FIG. 9 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 9000;
[0012] FIG. 10 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 10000; and
[0013] FIG. 11 is a flowchart of an exemplary embodiment of a
method 11000.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0014] Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a hammock. The
hammock comprises a body. The body comprises a plurality of layers
of material cut to form a channel in each end when folded and sewn
together to form a quadrilateral parallelogram. A length of
grosgrain ribbon is sewn down a length of edges of long diagonals
of at least two of the plurality of layers of material, so as when
folded over and sewn the channels are formed.
[0015] FIG. 1 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 1000. The body of a Smith Camping Hammock 1050 comprises a
plurality of layers (e.g., between one and three layers) of
material cut in a manner to form a channel 1300 in each end when
folded and sewn to form a quadrilateral parallelogram. For example,
system 1000 can comprise first layer 1100 and second layer 1200.
The longer diagonals form the body 1150 (sides and length) of the
hammock, while the shorter diagonals form the channels 1300 (ends
and width) of the hammock. The angles on the diagonals forming the
end channels 1300 are variable and are based on the length and
width of the finished hammock and determine the comfort and amount
of adjustment available to the user. A length of grosgrain ribbon
or strap 1250 (or equivalent) is sewn down the length of the edge
of the long diagonals, so as when folded over and sewn to form the
end channels 1300; grosgrain ribbon or strap 1250 (or equivalent)
forms a loop inside the channels 1300 on each side and end of
hammock 1050 forming the suspension system and defining the final
shape of hammock 1050. This provides reinforcement to support the
user and to install a zipper 1550 on both long diagonals to provide
the user with ingress and egress through a netted or solid canopy
1500 to the body of the hammock on models with a non-removable
canopy 1500. Attachment points 1400 are provided on each side of
the long diagonals and in the center on the inside of the short
diagonals for the attachment of accessories and to provide tie out
points to increase the width and stability of the hammock. Pockets
(see e.g., pocket 7700 of FIG. 7) are sewn inside the hammock at
each end to provide storage for personal items Hammock 1050 can be
constructed in the following configurations: netted or solid canopy
1500, without net or solid canopy, with removable net or solid
canopy 1500, single double or triple layer, or any combination of
the forgoing Hammock 1050 can be made of any of various materials
to suit the user's preference and the environment in which it is
used. An adjustable suspension system on both ends (short
diagonals) of the hammock comprises a grosgrain strap 1650 or
equivalent sewn double thickness with a set of two ring buckles
1600 sewn on one end and a loop of sufficient size to allow the
ring buckles to pass through the loop. The suspension straps are
passed through the channels, one at each end. Ring buckles 1600 are
then passed through the loop on their respective ends forming a
loop which tightens inside channels 1300 gathering hammock 1050
into its final shape and provides the adjustable attachment points
for the straps to the hanging points. The netted or solid canopy
1500 has a grosgrain strap or ribbon or equivalent sewn across the
side and top on both ends with loops and D rings placed so as to
provide a suspension system to suspend the canopy above the body of
the hammock when and if it is attached. Hammock 1050 further
comprises anchor ring buckles 1700 that can be used to anchor
hammock 1050 to the ground or to an object or structure to limit
movement and/or deflection of hammock 1050 under weight.
[0016] Hammock 1050 comprises body 1150. Body 1150 comprises a
plurality of layers (first layer 1100 and second layer 1200) of
material cut to form a channel 1300 in each end when folded and
sewn together to form a quadrilateral parallelogram. A length of
grosgrain ribbon or strap 1250 is sewn down a length of edges of
long diagonals of at least two of plurality of layers (first layer
1100 and second layer 1200) of material, so as when folded over and
sewn channels 1300 are formed. Grosgrain ribbon or strap 1250 forms
a loop inside channels 1300 on each side and end of hammock 1050
thereby forming a suspension system and defining an operative shape
of said hammock 1050. A canopy 1500 can be fixedly coupled to
hammock, 1050 wherein canopy 1500 can comprise a netted material.
Canopy 1500 can be fixedly coupled to hammock. Canopy 1500
comprises an opaque material.
[0017] The long diagonals of plurality of layers (first layer 1100
and second layer 1200) form said body, while short diagonals of
plurality of layers (first layer 1100 and second layer 1200) form
channel 1300. Zipper 1550 is installed along the long diagonals. A
suspension system supports a user laying on hammock 1050. Body 1150
comprises attachment points on at least one of the long diagonals.
Attachment points can be constructed to allow accessories to be
coupled to hammock 1050. Body 1150 can comprise attachment points
1400 on at least one of the long diagonals. The attachment points
1400 can be constructed to allow accessories to be coupled to
hammock 1050. Body 1150 can comprises attachment points 1400 on at
least one of the long diagonals. Attachment points 1400 can be
constructed to be coupled to the earth or to something that limits
movement of hammock 1050 Hammock 1050 can comprises a pocket (see
e.g., pocket 7700 of FIG. 7) sewn inside an end thereof. The
suspension system of hammock 1050 can be adjustable. The suspension
system of hammock 1050 can comprise ring buckles 1600 that are
coupled to a grosgrain strap 1650.
[0018] FIG. 2 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 2000 suspended from points of attachment (e.g., trees).
[0019] FIG. 3 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 3000 suspended from points of attachment (e.g., trees).
[0020] FIG. 4 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 4000 suspended from points of attachment (e.g., trees).
[0021] FIG. 5 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 5000 suspended from points of attachment (e.g., trees).
[0022] FIG. 6 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 6000 resting on the ground with the canopy suspended via
posts.
[0023] FIG. 7 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 7000 resting on the ground with the canopy suspended via
posts.
[0024] FIG. 8 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 8000 resting on the ground with the canopy suspended via
posts.
[0025] FIG. 9 is a perspective view view an exemplary embodiment of
a system 9000;
[0026] FIG. 10 is a perspective view an exemplary embodiment of a
system 10000; and
[0027] FIG. 11 is a flowchart of an exemplary embodiment of a
method 11000. At activity 11100, a hammock can be fabricated. At
activity 11200, the hammock can be coupled to a structure for use
by a person. The structure can be a tree, pole, post, rock, and/or
building, etc. The hammock can also be used without attaching one
end to a structure and can be anchored to the ground.
[0028] At activity 11300, the hammock can be tied to a surface. The
surface can be the surface of the earth, a floor, and/or a
structure constructed to secure the cot to a predetermined
location. At activity 11400, the hammock can be used. For example,
a person can lay on the cot and/or materials and supplies can be
placed on the cot to keep them above ground level.
[0029] At activity 11500, the cot can be decoupled from the
structure. When, decoupled the cot can be disassembled and/or
folded into a relatively compact space for storage. At activity
11600, the cot can be stored until further use is desired.
Definitions
[0030] When the following terms are used substantively herein, the
accompanying definitions apply. These terms and definitions are
presented without prejudice, and, consistent with the application,
the right to redefine these terms during the prosecution of this
application or any application claiming priority hereto is
reserved. For the purpose of interpreting a claim of any patent
that claims priority hereto, each definition (or redefined term if
an original definition was amended during the prosecution of that
patent), functions as a clear and unambiguous disavowal of the
subject matter outside of that definition. [0031] a--at least one.
[0032] accessory--a device and/or object that enhances a function
of a system. [0033] activity--an action, act, step, and/or process
or portion thereof. [0034] adapter--a device used to effect
operative compatibility between different parts of one or more
pieces of an apparatus or system. [0035] and/or--either in
conjunction with or in alternative to. [0036] apparatus--an
appliance or device for a particular purpose [0037] associate--to
join, connect together, and/or relate.
[0038] attachment points--predetermined parts of a system to which
something else is couplable. [0039] body--a principle part of
something. [0040] can--is capable of, in at least some embodiments.
[0041] canopy--a piece of material that is spread over something
that resists penetration by certain objects and/or environmental
elements. [0042] channel--a passage that is substantially
surrounded by material. [0043] comprising--including but not
limited to. [0044] configure--to make suitable or fit for a
specific use or situation. [0045] connect--to join or fasten
together. [0046] constructed to--made to and/or designed to. [0047]
convert--to transform, adapt, and/or change. [0048]
coupleable--capable of being joined, connected, and/or linked
together. [0049] coupling--linking in some fashion. [0050] cut--to
divide, crop, and/or shape via a sharp instrument. [0051]
define--to establish the outline, form, or structure of. [0052]
determine--to obtain, calculate, decide, deduce, and/or ascertain.
[0053] device--a machine, manufacture, and/or collection thereof.
[0054] edge--a border of an object. [0055] end--a last part or
extremity of something. [0056] fold--to lay one part over another.
[0057] form--to construct. [0058] grosgrain--a type of fabric
characterized by its ribbed appearance. In grosgrain, the weft is
heavier than the warp, creating prominent transverse ribs. It can
also be called a "corded" fabric since its weft resembles a fine
cord. [0059] hammock--a piece of material suspended from supports
at least at each end, wherein the piece of material is of
sufficient size and strength to support a user laying on the piece
of material. [0060] install--to connect or set in position and
prepare for use. [0061] lay--to be positioned on a surface of an
object to rest. [0062] layer--a thickness of a material that is
substantially planar when laid on a surface. [0063] length--a
longest dimension of an object when the object is fully laid out.
[0064] long diagonal--a line between two opposing corners of an
object, which line is of a greater distance than any other line
between two alternate opposing corners of the object. [0065]
loop--a doubling of a piece of material so as to form a closed or
partly open curve within itself through which another piece of
material can be passed or into which a hook may be hooked. [0066]
material--a substance comprised by something. [0067] may--is
allowed and/or permitted to, in at least some embodiments. [0068]
method--a process, procedure, and/or collection of related
activities for accomplishing something. [0069] netted material--a
meshed substance. [0070] opaque material--a substance that
substantially blocks passage of radiant energy or light. [0071]
operative shape--a form of something when placed in a manner so as
to enable the something to be used. [0072] parallelogram--a
four-sided geometric shape that has two pairs of straight parallel
lines, wherein each line of a given pair of lines is substantially
equal in length to the other line of the pair. [0073]
plurality--the state of being plural and/or more than one. [0074]
pocket--a shaped piece of fabric that is installed on something to
form a pouch. [0075] predetermined--established in advance. [0076]
provide--to furnish, supply, give, and/or make available. [0077]
quadrilateral--a substantially planar geometric shape that has four
sides and four angles. [0078] receive--to get as a signal, take,
acquire, and/or obtain. [0079] ribbon--a substantially flat and
narrow piece of material. [0080] ring buckle--a metal loop to which
something can be coupled. [0081] set--a related plurality. [0082]
sew--to fasten via stitches of thread. [0083] short diagonal--a
line between two opposing corners of an object, which line is of a
lesser distance than any other line between two alternate opposing
corners of the object. [0084] substantially--to a great extent or
degree. [0085] support--to bear the weight of, especially from
below. [0086] suspension system--a set of objects that restrain
something from moving past a predetermined position. [0087]
system--a collection of mechanisms, devices, machines, articles of
manufacture, processes, data, and/or instructions, the collection
designed to perform one or more specific functions. [0088] user--a
person employing a device and/or system. [0089] via--by way of
and/or utilizing. [0090] zipper--a device that is made of two rows
of teeth and another piece that slides over the teeth to make them
fit together and/or come apart.
Note
[0091] Still other substantially and specifically practical and
useful embodiments will become readily apparent to those skilled in
this art from reading the above-recited and/or herein-included
detailed description and/or drawings of certain exemplary
embodiments. It should be understood that numerous variations,
modifications, and additional embodiments are possible, and
accordingly, all such variations, modifications, and embodiments
are to be regarded as being within the scope of this
application.
[0092] Thus, regardless of the content of any portion (e.g., title,
field, background, summary, description, abstract, drawing figure,
etc.) of this application, unless clearly specified to the
contrary, such as via explicit definition, assertion, or argument,
with respect to any claim, whether of this application and/or any
claim of any application claiming priority hereto, and whether
originally presented or otherwise: [0093] there is no requirement
for the inclusion of any particular described or illustrated
characteristic, function, activity, or element, any particular
sequence of activities, or any particular interrelationship of
elements; [0094] no characteristic, function, activity, or element
is "essential"; [0095] any elements can be integrated, segregated,
and/or duplicated; [0096] any activity can be repeated, any
activity can be performed by multiple entities, and/or any activity
can be performed in multiple jurisdictions; and [0097] any activity
or element can be specifically excluded, the sequence of activities
can vary, and/or the interrelationship of elements can vary.
[0098] Moreover, when any number or range is described herein,
unless clearly stated otherwise, that number or range is
approximate. When any range is described herein, unless clearly
stated otherwise, that range includes all values therein and all
subranges therein. For example, if a range of 1 to 10 is described,
that range includes all values therebetween, such as for example,
1.1, 2.5, 3.335, 5, 6.179, 8.9999, etc., and includes all subranges
therebetween, such as for example, 1 to 3.65, 2.8 to 8.14, 1.93 to
9, etc.
[0099] When any claim element is followed by a drawing element
number, that drawing element number is exemplary and non-limiting
on claim scope. No claim of this application is intended to invoke
paragraph six of 35 USC 112 unless the precise phrase "means for"
is followed by a gerund.
[0100] Any information in any material (e.g., a United States
patent, United States patent application, book, article, etc.) that
has been incorporated by reference herein, is only incorporated by
reference to the extent that no conflict exists between such
information and the other statements and drawings set forth herein.
In the event of such conflict, including a conflict that would
render invalid any claim herein or seeking priority hereto, then
any such conflicting information in such material is specifically
not incorporated by reference herein.
[0101] Accordingly, every portion (e.g., title, field, background,
summary, description, abstract, drawing figure, etc.) of this
application, other than the claims themselves, is to be regarded as
illustrative in nature, and not as restrictive, and the scope of
subject matter protected by any patent that issues based on this
application is defined only by the claims of that patent.
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