ES1313376U - Skirt for umbrellas (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Skirt for umbrellas, characterized in that it comprises an awning (1), which is fixed at one end to the outer perimeter (2) of the umbrella (3) by means of fixing means (4), while at the opposite end it comprises a container (5) that is placed directly on the ground and is configured to be filled with ballast. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Umbrella skirt

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The object of this invention, as the title of the invention indicates, is a parasol skirt that provides better sun coverage than a traditional parasol. This is an innovation that, within current technologies, offers previously unknown advantages.

The present invention is characterized by the special functional and constructive characteristics of the elements that form part of the device, such that all of them contribute to the creation of an umbrella skirt designed to offer an effective barrier against the sun's rays, helping to maintain a cooler and safer environment under the umbrella.

TECHNICAL SECTOR

Therefore, the present invention falls within the scope of shading devices.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Conventional umbrellas, although useful in certain situations, have several significant limitations. First, their ability to provide shade is limited due to their size and shape. Most umbrellas have a fixed diameter that doesn't adequately cover larger areas, forcing people to constantly move to stay shaded. Furthermore, their design doesn't always effectively block the sun's rays from different angles, especially during midday hours when the sun is at its highest point.

As a reference to the current state of the art, it should be noted that, although different designs of umbrellas and elements that provide shade are known, the existence of any other that presents structural and constitutive technical characteristics equal to or similar to those presented by the invention claimed here is unknown.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The object of the invention is a parasol skirt that enhances the outdoor experience, especially during the warmer months of the year. This accessory not only improves the functionality of conventional parasols but also offers additional benefits in terms of coverage and shade.

An umbrella valance is an accessory specifically designed to fit standard umbrellas, providing an additional stretch of fabric that hangs from the edge of the umbrella downward. This valance not only increases the projected shade area but also acts as a barrier against sunlight that filters in from the sides, especially during daylight hours when the sun is low on the horizon.

Installing a parasol canopy not only improves UV protection but also contributes to a cooler, more pleasant environment. By increasing the amount of shade, direct sun exposure is reduced, which is crucial for preventing sunburn and other skin damage. Furthermore, this accessory is particularly useful on beaches, in gardens, or on terraces, where prolonged sun exposure is common.

The umbrella skirt represents an advanced solution for those seeking to improve the stability and efficiency of their umbrellas in various weather conditions. Specifically, what the invention proposes, as noted above, is an umbrella skirt comprising a canopy that firmly adheres to the outer perimeter of an umbrella, ensuring a solid connection even in the presence of strong winds. The skirt is secured by specially designed attachment means, including adjustable straps, cords, snaps, snaps, staples, zippers, and hook-and-loop systems. These mechanisms not only facilitate quick and easy installation but also ensure a sturdy and durable connection.

At the opposite end of the awning is a container that sits directly on the ground. This component is essential to the canopy's design, allowing it to be filled with ballast, such as sand or other heavy materials, thus providing additional stability to the umbrella. This design ensures that the umbrella remains firm and stable even in adverse wind conditions.

The material used to make the awning is a mesh-type fabric, characterized by allowing air to pass through a variety of evenly distributed gaps. This feature is important for reducing wind pressure on the umbrella structure, minimizing the risk of displacement and ensuring a safer and more comfortable experience.

The awning also incorporates a body that can be configured as a container or bag. This body can be permanently integrated into the awning or stand alone, depending on the user's specific needs and the environment. A notable feature of the body is its storage capacity; when the awning is not in use, it can be folded and stored inside the body, acting as a storage bag. This feature is particularly useful for keeping all the awning components organized, preventing loss or damage when the umbrella is not deployed.

Additionally, the umbrella canopy includes a textile cover that attaches to one end of the canopy, leaving the other ends free. This configuration significantly expands the shaded area provided by the umbrella, thus improving user comfort.

The canopy's design is distinguished by its trapezoidal shape, which reflects the natural extension of the segments that form the umbrella's fabric. For added support, the canopy incorporates central fasteners that connect the umbrella's end to the canopy. These fasteners can be straps, cords, or other similar components.

Additionally, the umbrella skirt offers side attachment options, making it easy to attach to another similar skirt. This modular feature allows multiple skirts to be joined around an umbrella, creating a larger structure customized to the user's needs. Side attachment options are available in a variety of ways, including cords, snaps, staples, zippers, and hook-and-loop systems. This variety ensures a secure and stable connection, giving users the flexibility to choose the method that best suits their specific preferences and requirements.

Unless otherwise indicated, all technical and scientific elements used herein have the meaning commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. Methods and materials similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complete the description being made and in order to help better understand the characteristics of the invention, this descriptive report is accompanied, as an integral part thereof, by some figures in which, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented:

Figure 1 is a perspective representation of the umbrella skirt seen from the outside.

Figure 2 is a perspective representation of the umbrella skirt seen from the inside.

Figure 3 is a perspective representation of multiple umbrella skirts viewed from the outside.

Figure 4 is a perspective representation of multiple umbrella skirts viewed from the inside.

Figure 5 is a detailed representation of the umbrella skirt seen from the outside.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

In view of the figures, a preferred, but not limiting, embodiment of the proposed invention is described below, which consists of a skirt for umbrellas.

As can be seen in the figures, the parasol skirt comprises an awning (1) which is firmly fixed to the outer perimeter (2) of the parasol (3). This fixation is achieved by means of fixing means (4) specially designed to ensure a robust and long-lasting connection, even in strong wind conditions. The fixing means (4) depending on the embodiment can be by means of adjustable straps, cords that are knotted to the structure of the parasol (3), snaps, snaps, staples, zippers, or hook and loop joints, which allow a quick and easy installation.

At the opposite end, the awning (1) comprises a container (5) that is placed directly on the ground. This container (5) is a key component of the design, as it is filled with ballast, such as sand or other heavy material, to provide additional stability to the umbrella.

The canopy (1) of the parasol skirt is made of a mesh-type fabric. This material allows air to pass through a plurality of evenly distributed gaps. This feature is essential for reducing the pressure exerted by the wind on the parasol, thus minimizing the risk of displacement.

Furthermore, the parasol skirt comprises a body (6) configured as a container or bag. Depending on the embodiment, the body (6) may be permanently integrated into the awning (1) of the parasol skirt or be independent. The choice between being connected to the awning (1) or being independent depends on the needs of the user and the environment in which the parasol skirt will be used.

A notable feature of the umbrella skirt is its storage capacity. When the skirt is not in use, it can be folded and stored inside the same body (6), acting as a storage bag. This feature is particularly useful for keeping all the elements of the skirt organized, avoiding loss or damage when the umbrella (3) is not deployed.

Depending on the method of execution, the body (6) has a cylindrical shape that facilitates its function as a container or bag.

The parasol skirt comprises a textile cover (7) that is fixed to the awning (1) at one end, leaving the other ends free. This configuration allows the skirt to contribute significantly to expanding the shaded area provided by the parasol.

Depending on the construction method, the canopy (1) of the parasol canopy is characterized by having a trapezoidal shape. This design is not accidental, but rather responds to the natural extension of the segments that form the parasol fabric (3).

For greater support, the parasol skirt comprises central fasteners (8) that connect the end cap (9) of the parasol (3) to the canopy (1). These central fasteners (8) can be ribbons, cords and other similar components.

In addition to its primary function, the parasol skirt incorporates lateral fixing means (10) that facilitate its coupling to another similar skirt. This feature allows several skirts to be joined in a modular manner around an umbrella, thus creating a larger structure customized to the user's needs.

The modular configuration is highly versatile, allowing the user to add as many skirts as necessary to cover a larger area or adapt to different climatic conditions. The side fixing means (10) are available in various options that ensure a secure and stable connection. These options include cords that can be easily knotted, snaps that provide a robust closure, staples that ensure a firm connection, zippers that allow quick and efficient coupling, and hook and loop joining systems, known for their simplicity and effectiveness. This variety in fixing mechanisms not only guarantees the stability of the formed structure, but also offers the user the flexibility to choose the method that best suits their preferences and specific requirements.

Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the manner of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to explain it further so that any expert in the field may understand its scope and the advantages derived from it, stating that, within its essence, it may be put into practice in other embodiments that differ in detail from that indicated by way of example, and to which the protection sought will also be extended as long as its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims (14)

1. Skirt for umbrellas, characterized in that it comprises an awning (1), which is fixed at one end to the outer perimeter (2) of the umbrella (3) by means of fixing means (4), while at the opposite end it comprises a container (5) that is placed directly on the ground and is configured to be filled with ballast. 2. Skirt for umbrellas, according to the previous claim, characterized in that it comprises a textile cover (7) fixed to the awning (1) at one end while the rest of the ends remain free. 3. Parasol skirt, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the awning (1) is made of a mesh-type fabric. 4. Parasol skirt, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fixing means (4) are adjustable straps, cords that are knotted to the structure of the parasol (3), snaps, snaps, staples, zippers, or hook and loop fasteners. 5. Umbrella skirt, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the awning (1) has a trapezoidal shape. 6. Skirt for umbrellas, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises central fixings (8) that join the end (9) of the umbrella (3) with the awning (1). 7. Umbrella skirt, according to the previous claim, characterized in that the central fasteners (8) are ribbons or cords. 8. Umbrella skirt, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is modular and can be attached to other umbrella skirts. 9. Skirt for umbrellas, according to the previous claim, characterized in that it comprises lateral fixing means (10), for joining with another skirt for umbrellas. 10. Parasol skirt, according to the previous claim, characterized in that the lateral fixing means (10) are cords, snaps, staples, zippers or hook and loop fastening systems. 11. Umbrella skirt, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a body (6) configured as a container or bag. 12. Skirt for umbrellas, according to the previous claim, characterized in that the body (6) has a cylindrical shape. 13. Umbrella skirt, according to claim 11, characterized in that the body (6) is attached to the awning (1). 14. Umbrella skirt, according to claim 11, characterized in that the body (6) is independent of the awning (1).