JPH0321779A - Tent - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To set instantly and to withdraw simply by bending an endless rod material of a spring property in the shape of the figure 8, forming two continued loops symmetrically at both sides of the point of intersection to make a frame, and extending a tent making the point of intersection as the top end. CONSTITUTION:A long size material of a high spring property is connected at both ends with a connecting tool 3 to form an endless link, and it is turned over and crossed at the center to form in the shape of the figure 8. Furthermore, two loops 12 and 13 are formed opposite on both sides of the point of intersec tion 11 symmetrically. After that, tent pieces 21 and 22 of a water-proof tent 2 are opposed, the tops of them are unified to the point of intersection 11, the loops 12 and 13 are placed along the peripheries of the tent pieces respective ly, and the tent pieces are extended to form side walls 41 and 42. The other tent pieces 23 and 24 are made into the front wall 43 and the rear wall 44 in the same manner. When they are withdrawn, the loops 12 and 13 opposite at both sides of the point of intersection 11 are superposed to make a double ring, and further it is folded in a triple small circule by bending, to store or to carry.

Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] [Industrial Application Field] The present invention can be used as an overnight stay or resting place during mountain climbing or camping, or as a temporary resting place when driving or swimming in the sea, and furthermore, it can be used for bicycles and automobiles. This relates to tents that have many uses, such as temporary storage.

[Prior Art] Conventionally, tents have been used for lodging or resting during mountain climbing, camping, etc.

These tents are carried in a folded state and assembled at the destination.

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] However, conventional tents are composed of a plurality of poles and an awning installed on these poles, and the poles are erected on the ground and the tent is stretched over these poles. It is.

Therefore, it is not possible to set up an awning without erecting pillars, which requires a great deal of time and effort to set up and take down. They are formed in a swing-out type, and they must be made to a specified length each time they are installed.In addition, installing the pillars requires work such as forming fixing holes in the ground and driving in stakes. This is extremely troublesome. Therefore, the use of tents is limited to cases where they are set up in the same place for a long time, such as overnight stays.

The present invention was developed in view of the above circumstances, and is capable of being installed almost instantly, easy to take down, convenient not only for long-term installations but also for temporary installations, and moreover, it can be folded into a small size. The purpose is to provide a tent that is easy to carry and easy to carry.

[Means for Solving the Problems] In the present invention, an awning of a predetermined shape is attached to a frame in which two continuous loops are symmetrically formed by bending an endless spring material into a figure eight shape and sandwiching the intersection. The means for solving the problem is provided by a configuration in which the loops are stretched and formed in a mountain shape with the intersection point as the apex, and a configuration in which the two loops are each wound twice.

[Opposing loops are stacked across the intersection of the working co-frames to form a double ring, and this is bent from near the center in the stacking direction. Furthermore, by inverting the tip and rolling it up, three continuous small loops are formed, and these are overlapped and folded into a continuous triple circle. When the folded item begins to be unfolded, the bent frame stretches by itself due to the elasticity of the bars and automatically returns to the unfolded condition.

[Example] Next, embodiments of the present invention will be described based on the drawings.

1 to 6 show a first embodiment of the present invention, which is mainly composed of a frame 1 and an awning 2 stretched over the frame.

The frame 1 is constructed by forming an endless ring shape by connecting long rods made of steel or hard synthetic resin material with high springiness at both ends with connectors 3, which are inverted and crossed at the center. In the shape of a letter. Two loops 12 facing each other across the intersection 11. 13 are formed symmetrically. Incidentally, when the bars are reversely crossed, twisting occurs, but this twisting can be eliminated by rotating the bar in the opposite direction to the twisting when connecting to the connector 3.

The tent 2 has four triangular curtain pieces 21, 22, 23 made of waterproof tent fabric or synthetic resin sheet.
24, the apex angles of the two facing curtain pieces 21, 22 match the intersection 11 of the frame l, and a loop 12. The side walls 41 and 42 are formed by sewing or gluing the two curtain pieces 13 along each other, and the apex angles of the other two curtain pieces 23 and 24 are also set at the intersection l1.
and each peripheral edge to the corresponding side wall 4.
The front wall 43 and the rear wall 44 are formed by sewing or gluing along the outer edge of the 1.42. Lubes 12 and 13 are curtain pieces 23 and 2 of tent 2.
4 and stands up diagonally, and the entire frame 1 is formed into a mountain shape with an N-shaped plane and a central intersection 11 as the apex. Moreover, two inclined parts 14 extending diagonally downward from the intersection 11 of each loop 12.13 serve as beams or supports, and a base 15 between their lower ends serves as a foundation.

In addition, 51 in the drawing is an entrance/exit formed with a notch in the front wall 43;
Reference numeral 52 indicates a floor wall, and reference numeral 53 indicates a fixing protrusion protruding outward along the base l5.

As shown in FIG. 1, the tent having such a structure is expanded into a chevron shape due to the elastic force of the frame 1 and the tension of the tent 2, and is used as it is in the same manner as a conventional tent. If it is used temporarily as a changing room, luggage storage area, or as a children's play equipment, it can be placed on the ground or floor as it is. If you want to prevent this, you can insert and fix the peg 54 into the through hole formed in the protruding piece 53 protruding along the base 15. Furthermore, if you want to completely prevent rain and sunlight when using it outdoors, you can cover it with a waterproof, opaque cover 7, as shown in FIG. In this case cover 7
The tent can be securely fixed by driving into the ground the begs 71 connected to the tips of the lobes 7o attached to the parts corresponding to the four slopes 14 of the frame l, and when the projecting pieces 53 are used together. This increases the number of fixing means, making it safer even in the event of strong winds.In order to take down the tent that has been set up, first remove the cover 7 and the begs 54, 71, etc. shown in Figure 2. Loops 12 and 13 facing each other across the intersection point 11 of frame 1 as shown in
are overlapped to form a double ring, and as shown in Fig. 3, this is bent from near the center with the intersection point 1l as the tip 16, and as shown in Fig. 4, the tip 16 is bent by the spring force of the dedicated material. Loop 12. 13 so that it is inserted into the loop 12. 13 is twisted approximately one turn to loop 12. 13, a small loop IA including the tip 16 and a small loop IB continuous on both sides with this small loop IA in between.
, IC are formed. Next, pull the small loops IB and IC together and cross them, and then create three small loops I
Lay A, IB, and IC on top of each other while adjusting their diameters to be the same, and as shown in Figure 5, form a triple circle formed by continuous small loops IA, IB, and IC with approximately the same diameter. Fold. At this time, loop 12.
13 is twisted over one rotation by the winding and reversal of the tip 16, and the spring force of the barlet is twisted into small loops IA, 1B, I
Loops folded into triple small circles to work in the direction of forming C respectively 12. 13 remains as it is. The cover 7 and other accessories are housed in a circular or elliptical case (not shown) made of the same material as the tent 2, for example, and stored and carried.

As a result, the tent has a thin disk shape with a circumference of 176 times the total length of the frame l, that is, a diameter of approximately 1×20, which is extremely convenient for storage and transportation.

In addition, the tent 2 protruded from the ring and small loop when folded.
Fold it inward as appropriate.

In addition, when you take out the tent from the case and begin to unfold the small loops IA, IB, and IC of the folded frame 1 on the platform where you want to set up the tent at your destination, the elasticity of the tent material will cause the frame 1 stretches under its own power to eliminate the twist and automatically and almost instantaneously restores the expanded state shown in FIG.

FIG. 7 shows a second embodiment of the present invention, and the overall structure and method of use are almost the same as those of the first embodiment, except that the front wall 43 and the rear wall 44 are located near the top end. It is different in that it is formed only by a wall and does not have a floor or wall.

Therefore, it has a sense of openness, is lightweight, and is easy to fold and carry, making it convenient for use as a sunshade at beaches, summer resorts, etc., for example. In addition, when a floor wall is provided, it is also possible to prevent the weight of luggage placed on the floor wall or the person sitting thereon from moving due to wind or the like.

8 and 9 show a third embodiment of the present invention, which is particularly used for storing bicycles and the like. The overall structure and method of use are almost the same as in the first embodiment, except that two loops 12. 13 each base 1
5 is formed longer than in the first and second embodiments.

Therefore, when folding, the vicinity of the boundary between the inclined portion 14 and the base portion 15 rather than the intersection point 11 is used as the tip 16 of the bend. Also, unlike the first embodiment, it does not have a floor wall, and a hook 57 that forms a hook-and-loop fastener by engaging a loop 56 attached along the center of the lower edge of the front wall 43 is attached to the tip of the upper surface. A piece of cloth 58 is attached at its base to the center of the base 15 on the rear wall 44 side.

In this embodiment, for example, the cloth piece 58 is put on the bicycle 8 which is placed on the ground in an expanded state, and the tip of the cloth piece 58 is passed from the underside of the bicycle 8 to the base 15. Hook 5 with 15 pulled together
8 to the loop 57, the bicycle 8 can be wrapped around it as shown in FIG. The tent will not be blown away even if no fixing means is provided to lock it to the bicycle 8. Also, piece of cloth 58
Instead of hook and loop fasteners, other types of fasteners such as buttons or hooks may be used as the fasteners. Furthermore, eyelets communicating with each other are formed in the front wall 43 and the cloth piece 58, and a lock is fastened thereto. It is also possible to prevent theft by having a structure that prevents theft.

Furthermore, by making part or all of the front wall 43 openable and closable using a zipper or the like, it is possible to take the bicycle 8 in and out without lifting the tent6.In addition, in this embodiment, the case where the bicycle 8 is stored is shown. but,
Of course, motorcycles and the like can also be accommodated in the same way.

FIG. 10 shows a fourth embodiment of the present invention, which is particularly used for storing box-shaped objects such as automobiles.

In this embodiment, two symmetrical loops 12.
3 is further made into a double circle and provided with auxiliary loops 12a, 13a, and the tent 2 is made up of oval curtain pieces 25, 25, trapezoid curtain pieces 26, 26, and rectangular curtain pieces 27. It is stretched out to form a box-like chevron shape with the center intersection 1l as the apex.

Such an embodiment includes loop 12. 13 and the auxiliary loops 12a and 13a along with one end of the bent tip 16
It is to be folded and stored in the same way as in the above embodiment,
In particular, the rectangular curtain piece 27 is not directly fixed to the frame 1, but is surrounded by opposing curtain pieces 25, 25, 26. 2
The loops 12 and 13 are attached to the circumferential ends of the loops 12 and 13 by sewing or gluing, and the intersecting angle of the loops 12 and 13 can be changed. Therefore, the frame 1 is formed into a box-like chevron shape when expanded, and the loop 12. 13 can be stacked and folded. In addition, when using the curtain, for example, it is expanded on the roof of a car and placed over the car as it is, but if there is enough space, it is possible to use it normally by providing an opening and closing doorway in the curtain piece 26. It is also possible to enter and exit a car like a covered garage, and if the curtain pieces 25 and 26 are formed with openings and closing parts that follow the car door and trunk, the tent can be moved in and out without having to lift the entire tent.
It is extremely convenient as it allows you to take things in and out.

[Effects of the Invention] The present invention having the above configuration maintains the upright state by the elastic force of the frame and the tension of the awning, so it does not fall down due to wind etc. and does not require special tying work. It can be expanded almost instantly into a predetermined shape on its own, installed and used without having to do anything, and it is not only easy to disassemble, but also folds into a thin disk shape with a diameter that is extremely small compared to the overall length of the frame. It is convenient to store and extremely easy to carry. In addition, it can of course be used for mountain climbing, camping, etc. like a conventional tent, but it is especially easy to set up and take down, and it can be folded up into a small size after being taken down, so it can be used for temporary use. Awnings, changing rooms, luggage storage, napping areas, and children's play equipment. Furthermore, it is suitable for many uses such as storing bicycles, cars, etc.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

Figures 1 to 6 show a first embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the frame exposed, Figures 2, 3, 4, and 5. The figure is an explanatory view showing the folded state, Fig. 6 is a perspective view showing the use state, Fig. 7 is a perspective view showing the state in which the frame of the second embodiment is exposed, and Figs. 8 and 9 are the respective views. A perspective view and a side view showing the exposed state of the frame of the third embodiment, the first
Figure 0 is an exploded perspective view of the fourth embodiment. Figure 10 1... Frame, 2... Tent, 11...
Intersection, 12. 13...loop, 6...tent.
12a, 13a... Auxiliary lubricant. /5 De,,ha

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. Two loops (12, 13) formed by bending an endless spring bar into a figure 8 shape and connecting the intersection point (11) between the two loops (12, 13).
A predetermined shaped awning (2) is attached to a frame (1) symmetrically formed with
) are stretched to form a mountain shape with the intersection (11) as the apex. 2. A tent according to claim 1, wherein the two loops (12, 13) are each wound twice.