US3707977A
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Automotive tent framework and covering therefor
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-05-06
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Granted: 1973-01-02
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Expires: 1991-05-06
Abstract
Abstract A tent framework for use in conjunction with a vehicle and including a pair of frame assemblies mounted lengthwise on opposite sides of the vehicle roof structure. Said assemblies being rearwardly extensible to permit pivotally attached leg and crossmembers to be swung outwardly into perpendicular disposed relationship to the main longitudinal member of each frame assembly. Plates affixed to the rearward ends of the main members hingedly attach the leg and crossmembers to the main member with the adjacent ends of the leg and crossmembers in abutting, interlocking relationship. A covering for the framework may be compactly stowed in place on the framework.
Inventors
- 👤 C Grady
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 10:52
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P3/00; B60P3/32; B60P3/34; B60P3/341; B60P3/343; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S135/00; Y10S135/904
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
191 words
A tent framework useable in conjunction with a vehicle with the framework being carried in a stowed position on the vehicle roof and extensible rearwardly therefrom for operative disposition of the framework, said framework comprising, a pair of framework assemblies each including, a main longitudinal member, a positionable leg member carried at the rearward end of said main member and contactable with the ground surface. a positionable crossmember also carried at the rearward end of said main member, means carried by said main member pivotally attaching one end of said leg member and said crossmember to the rearward end of the main member for arcuate swinging movement of the leg and crossmembers from a collapsed position alongside said main member to an operative position perpendicular thereto, collar means affixed to the vehicle roof slidably and rotatably receiving each of said main longitudinal members, and said main members being rotatable subsequent to collapsing of said leg member and said cross member to raise both of same about the axis of said main member to permit forward sliding movement of the main member into place immediately above the roof surface of the vehicle.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
191 words
A tent framework useable in conjunction with a vehicle with the framework being carried in a stowed position on the vehicle roof and extensible rearwardly therefrom for operative disposition of the framework, said framework comprising, a pair of framework assemblies each including, a main longitudinal member, a positionable leg member carried at the rearward end of said main member and contactable with the ground surface. a positionable crossmember also carried at the rearward end of said main member, means carried by said main member pivotally attaching one end of said leg member and said crossmember to the rearward end of the main member for arcuate swinging movement of the leg and crossmembers from a collapsed position alongside said main member to an operative position perpendicular thereto, collar means affixed to the vehicle roof slidably and rotatably receiving each of said main longitudinal members, and said main members being rotatable subsequent to collapsing of said leg member and said cross member to raise both of same about the axis of said main member to permit forward sliding movement of the main member into place immediately above the roof surface of the vehicle.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
65 words
A tent framework as claimed in claim 1 wherein said pivotally attaching means comprises pairs of plates and pivot means extending through said plates and the attached ends of said leg member and said crossmember, said leg member and said crossmember when swung to an operative position perpendicular to the main member being restricted against further swinging movement by abutting contact of their adjacent ends.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
59 words
A tent framework as claimed in claim 2 wherein said pairs of plates extend outwardly and rearwardly from the end of the main member to offset said pivot means rearwardly from the end of the main member whereby at least one of the swingably positionable members will contact the end of said main member to limit the formers movement.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
61 words
A tent framework as claimed in claim 1 wherein a locking pin is carried by one of said positionable members whereby when said positionable member is collapsed against the main member the locking pin is contactable with the roof mounted collar to prevent rearward sliding movement of the main member and hence the framework assembly of which it is a part.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
55 words
A tent framework as claimed in claim 1 wherein the crossmembers carried by each of the main members are positionable into axial alignment, coupling means slidably carried by one of said crossmembers for limited axial movement thereon for engagement with the other of said crossmembers to retain the crossmembers in alignment when in operative disposition.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
100 words
A tent framework as claimed in claim 1 additionally including, bows extending crosswise intermediate the framework assemblies and slidably supported at their ends by the main longitudinal member of each framework assembly, a tent-like covering supported by said framework and having roof, side and rear closure portions, and said side and rear closure portions being foldable for storing into superimposed relationship with said roof portion with said covering when folded being supported entirely by said slidably mounted bows whereby upon forward sliding of the bows will fold the tent-like covering into a compact area preparatory to travel Of the vehicle.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
33 words
The tent framework as claimed in claim 6 wherein said tent-like covering has a series of crosswise orientated pockets formed on its roof portion to receive said bows therewithin in a permanent manner.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-01-02 | 1976-07-03 | 1977-01-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-02 | 1980-07-03 | 1981-01-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-02 | 1984-07-03 | 1985-01-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |