CN212002608U

CN212002608U - Tent assembly

Info

Publication number: CN212002608U
Application number: CN201921874652.2U
Authority: CN
Inventors: S·N·皮尔斯; H·贝尔; C·汉密尔顿; J·N·秘; K·J·南基威尔; M·欣奇
Original assignee: Patriot Camping Equipment Holdings Ltd
Current assignee: Patriot Camping Equipment Holdings Ltd; Patriot Campers Holdings Pty Ltd
Priority date: 2018-10-31
Filing date: 2019-10-31
Publication date: 2020-11-24
Anticipated expiration: 2029-10-31
Also published as: AU2019100764B4; AU2019100764A4

Abstract

The utility model relates to a tent subassembly. The assembly includes a cover for mounting to the vehicle and covering the stored roof tent. A movement mechanism is provided for moving the cover to facilitate erection of the roof tent. Advantageously, the moving mechanism may move the cover to facilitate easy erection and/or storage of the roof tent.

Description

Tent assembly

Technical Field

The present invention relates generally to a roof tent assembly and related bedding (bedding) for camping.

Background

The reference to any prior art in this specification is not, and should not be taken as, an acknowledgment or any form of suggestion that prior art forms part of the common general knowledge.

In camping, a car roof tent is assembled to a four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle. The roof tent is stored in the duffel bag for transport. In practice, it is difficult or inconvenient to remove the roof tent from the bag during erection of the tent and then return the tent to the bag. In cold weather, when the hands are also cold, it is difficult to use the bag zipper and the bag zipper often breaks, resulting in unwanted ingress of dust and water.

Embodiments of the preferred embodiments provide an apparatus for improving the erection and/or storage of a roof tent.

The roof tent is erected by unfolding the bed with attached awning. In this way, the space inside the roof tent is limited to some extent.

Embodiments of the preferred embodiment provide additional space in the roof tent.

SUMMERY OF THE UTILITY MODEL

According to an aspect of the utility model, a roof tent subassembly is provided, it includes:

a cover for mounting to a vehicle and for covering a stored roof tent; and

and the moving mechanism is used for moving the cover so as to facilitate the erection of the roof tent.

Advantageously, the movement mechanism may move the cover to facilitate easy installation and/or storage of the roof tent.

The cover may comprise a lid. The cover may be aerodynamically shaped. The cover may define a diffuser for drawing air down the rear of the vehicle to relieve vacuum that would otherwise develop. The cover may include a base to which the cover is mounted. The cover may be pivotally mounted to the base. The cover may pivot along one side of the vehicle while the tent is erected on the opposite side of the vehicle. The lid may be sealed to the base. The base may include a rubber seal. The base may be endless. The base may include a pair of lips defining a slot. The base may comprise an aluminium extrusion. The base may comprise a light emitting strip.

The cover may include a body. The cover may be hard and durable. The body may be formed from a lightweight molded composite material (e.g., carbon fiber, glass fiber, etc.). The cover may include a window fitted to the body. The window may be located adjacent to the bedding support. The roof tent may be sealed to the cover, preferably over the window opening. The cover may include an inner liner for lining the body.

The moving mechanism may comprise a lift for lifting at least one side of the shroud. The moving mechanism may be electrically, hydraulically or pneumatically actuated. The movement mechanism may comprise one or more articulated arms. The movement mechanism may comprise an actuator located between portions of each arm. The actuator may extend proximal to the joint of the arm. Each arm may be located within the shroud. The assembly may also include bows that are deployed to support the tent once the cover is opened.

The vehicle may comprise a camping trailer. The camping trailer may define a galley adjacent the bedding support, and the galley is covered by an erected roof tent. The tent may include a magnetic coupler for coupling the tent to the camping trailer and/or the bedding support.

The assembly may further comprise a retractable bedding support. Preferably, the bedding support may be erected independently of the roof tent. The assembly may further include a erectable roof tent.

According to another aspect of the present invention, a cover is provided that is movably mounted to a vehicle and covers a stored roof tent.

According to another aspect of the present invention, a moving mechanism is provided for moving a cover to facilitate erection of a roof tent.

According to another aspect of the present invention, a vehicle roof tent assembly is provided that includes a cover for mounting to a vehicle and for covering a stored tent, the cover including a base and a cover for removably mounting to the base.

According to the utility model discloses an on the other hand provides a tent subassembly, and it includes:

a cover for mounting to a vehicle and for covering a stored tent; and

and the moving mechanism is used for moving the cover so as to facilitate the erection of the tent.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a retractable bedding support for forming a bedding for a roof tent and which is deployable independently of the roof tent.

Advantageously, the bedding support may be retracted to make more room within the erected tent. The bedding support may be deployed when forming bedding for a roof tent.

The bedding support may be hinged. The bedding support may include a sleeper platform coupled to one or more flexible joints. The bedding support may also include one or more support arms coupled to respective flexible joints. The sleeper platform may be kept separate from the support arms by means of flexible joints. The sleeping platform may be positioned parallel to the support arms but not coplanar with the support arms to provide a height differential.

Each flexible joint includes pivotally coupled members to enable movement of the sleeper platform by at least 180 degrees. The pivot position on the member can be adjusted to vary the angular movement of the sleeper platform. The members may be compactly arranged when the bedding support is retracted. The members may engage each other upon retraction to provide a strong articulation in the retraction direction.

The bedding support may comprise one or more actuators for actuating the respective flexible joints to move the bedding support. The actuator may be electrically, pneumatically or hydraulically operated.

The bedding support may comprise a damper to damp the movement of the bedding support. The damper may include a plunger (e.g., a gas strut). The damper may be arranged to resist violent downward movement of the sleeper platform from the upright configuration to the horizontal configuration.

The bedding support may further comprise a telescoping step coupled to the sleeper platform. The stairs are pivotally mounted to the sleeper platform. The stairs may pivot to be coplanar with the sleeper platform to extend the platform. The steps are angularly movable in a plane perpendicular to the plane of angular movement of the sleeper platform.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a retractable panel assembly, comprising:

a flat plate; and

one or more flexible joints coupled to the platform.

Any feature described herein may be combined with any one or more other features described herein, in any combination, within the scope of the present invention.

Drawings

The preferred features, embodiments and variations of the present invention can be seen in the following detailed description, which provides those skilled in the art with sufficient information to implement the present invention. The detailed description is not to be taken as limiting the scope of the foregoing disclosure in any way. The detailed description will refer to the following several figures:

fig. 1 is a lower perspective view of a roof tent assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2a is a plan view of the closed roof tent assembly of FIG. 1;

FIG. 2b is a front view of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 2 a;

FIG. 2c is a cross-sectional view of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 2a through line A-A;

FIG. 2d is a detail view of region Z of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 2 c;

FIG. 2e is a detail view of area Y of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 2 c;

FIG. 3a is a plan view of the open roof tent assembly of FIG. 1;

FIG. 3b is a front view of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 3 a;

FIG. 3c is a cross-sectional view of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 3a through line A-A;

FIG. 3d is a detail view of region Z of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 3 c;

FIG. 3e is a detail view of area Y of the roof tent assembly of FIG. 3 c;

FIG. 4a is a plan view of a retractable bedding support for forming a bedding for a roof tent;

FIG. 4b is a side view of the bedding support of FIG. 4 a;

FIG. 4c is a detail view of zone Z of the bedding support of FIG. 4 a;

FIG. 4d is an end view of the bedding support of FIG. 4 a; and

figures 5a to 5c show the gradual retraction of the bedding support of figure 4 a.

Detailed Description

According to an embodiment of the present invention, a roof tent assembly 100 is provided as shown in fig. 1. The roof tent assembly includes a cover 102 for mounting to a camping trailer (i.e., a vehicle) and for covering a stored roof tent 102. A movement mechanism 104 is provided for moving the cover 102 to an open configuration to facilitate removal and erection of the roof tent. Advantageously, the movement mechanism 104 lifts the cover 102 to facilitate easy erection and/or storage of the roof tent.

The shroud 102 includes an aerodynamically shaped cover 106 with angled sides. In this manner, the cover 106 defines a rear diffuser for drawing air down to the rear of the camping trailer to relieve the vacuum that would otherwise form. The cover 102 also includes an endless (endless) annular base 108 on which the cover 106 is mounted. The cover 106 is pivotally mounted to the base 108, which in turn is fixedly mounted to the roof of the camping trailer 108. The cover 106 pivots along one side of the camper trailer, while the tent is erected on the opposite side of the camper trailer.

The hard and durable cover 106 includes a body 110 formed of a lightweight molded composite material (e.g., carbon fiber, fiberglass, etc.). The body 110 includes ribs 112 to improve strength. The cover 106 also includes a window 114 that fits to the body 110. The window 114 is located adjacent to and above the bedding support 400 of fig. 4 and 5 to provide light to the tent. The cover 102 also includes an inner fleece liner for lining the body 110.

As best seen in fig. 2 and 3, the moving mechanism 104 is in the form of an elevator for lifting one side of the lid 106. The movement mechanism 104 is mounted within the cover 102 between the cover 106 and the base 108 and includes a pair of hinged arms at opposite ends of the assembly 100. The movement mechanism 104 includes an actuator 200 located between upper and

lower portions

202a, 202b of each arm. The actuator 200 extends up to the proximal side of the elbow joint of the arm. The moving mechanism may be electrically, hydraulically or pneumatically actuated.

The roof tent is sealed to the cover 102 by its canvas being received in the cover and base recess 204, with the cover recess 204 being above the window 114 in use. The base 108 includes a pair of lips 206 defining an annular groove 208. When the lid 102 is closed, the lid 106 and the base 108 together form a seal 210. In this regard, the base 108 includes a rubber seal that fits within the aluminum extrusion to inhibit the ingress of dust and water.

The base 108 also includes an LED light strip 212 inserted in a cavity with a light diffusing cover. The lid 106 and the base 108 are coupled together on one side by a hinge 214.

Fig. 4 and 5 show a retractable bedding support 400 for forming a bedding for a roof tent and which may be erected independently of the roof tent. Advantageously, the bedding support 400 may be foldably retracted as needed to make more space within the erected tent when forming bedding for a roof tent, and may be unfolded when forming bedding for a roof tent.

The articulated bedding support 400 includes a sleeper platform 402 coupled to a pair of flexible joints 404. The bedding support 400 also includes a pair of support arms 406 coupled to the respective flexible joints 404.

Each flexible joint includes a pivotally coupled rod member 408 to enable angular movement of the sleeper platform 402 by at least 180 degrees. The pivot location 410 on the member 408 is adjusted to change the angular movement of the sleeper platform 402.

The bedding support 400 further comprises a damper 412 in the form of a plunger (ram) or gas strut to damp the movement of the bedding support 402. In particular, the dampener 412 is arranged to resist violent downward movement of the sleeper platform 402 from the vertical configuration to the horizontal configuration. The bedding support 400 also includes one or more electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic actuators for actuating the respective flexible joints 402 to move the bedding support 402.

The bedding support 400 further includes a retractable step 414 pivotally coupled to the sleeper platform 402. The steps 414 pivot to be coplanar with the sleeper platform 402, effectively extending the platform 402. The steps 414 move angularly up and down in a plane perpendicular to the plane of angular movement of the sleeper platform 402.

Fig. 5a to 5c show the retraction process of the bedding support 400. The sleeper platform 402 does not pivot relative to the support arms 406, but rather extends angularly as it deploys, with the virtual hinge point moving outwardly away from the support arms 406, and vice versa.

As best seen in fig. 5a, when extended, the sleeper platform 402 is positioned parallel to the support arms 406, but not coplanar with the support arms 406, to provide a suitable height differential that is adjustable based on the pivotal adjustment of the members 408.

As best seen in fig. 5c, the rod member 408 is compactly arranged when the bedding support 400 is retracted. The edges of the members 408 engage each other upon retraction to provide a strong articulation in the direction of retraction. The sleeper platform 402 is kept separate from the support arms 406 by means of flexible joints 404.

A method for assembling the roof tent will now be briefly described.

Initially, the roof tent is stored in a hood 102 mounted on the roof of the camping trailer. As shown in fig. 2c, the lid 106 is closed.

Next, as shown in fig. 3c, the moving mechanism 104 lifts the cover 106 and withdraws the compressed tent from the enclosure 102 for easy erection by the camper. The tent includes a magnetic coupler for coupling the tent to the camping trailer. The tent is also sealed in the base and cover recess 204 (fig. 2 d).

Next, once the enclosure 102 is opened, the bow (bow) or pole of the assembly 100 is deployed to support the erected tent. The cover 102 remains open while the tent is erected. The camping trailer has a kitchen in a position adjacent to the bedding support 400, and the kitchen is covered by an erected roof tent. Typically, the bedding support 400 is retracted so that access to the kitchen in the tent is available or more space is provided in the tent.

When sleeping, the elevated bedding support 400 is unfolded in the erected tent without affecting the tent, and the mattress is placed on the sleeping platform 402. The tent includes a magnetic coupler for coupling the tent to the bedding support.

The reverse steps may be performed to easily restock the tent in the enclosure 102 for transport.

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that many embodiments and variations may be made without departing from the scope of the invention.

The tent assembly may be used on any vehicle (e.g., 4WD) to provide an elevated bed.

The retractable bedding support may be suitable for other applications, such as retractable platforms, walls, bases, roofs, doors, or other similar panels.

In compliance with the statute, the invention has been described in language more or less specific to structural or methodical features. It is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the specific features shown or described, since the means herein described comprise preferred forms of putting the invention into effect.

Reference throughout this specification to "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Thus, the appearances of the phrases "in one embodiment" or "in an embodiment" in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more combinations.

Claims

1. A tent assembly, comprising:

a cover for mounting to a vehicle and for covering a stored tent; and

a moving mechanism for moving the cover to facilitate erection of the tent.

2. A tent assembly comprising a cover for mounting to a vehicle and covering a stored tent, the cover comprising a base and a cover for removably mounting to the base.