Net support structure
US5816956A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 3, 1994 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2210/52
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A net support structure is disclosed which provides for easy assembly and disassembly at any location for enabling games such as tennis and volleyball to be played as well as providing a rebound net or safety net for use in other sporting games or for the practice of sporting games. The net support structure includes a plurality of modules (12, 22, 24 and 26) which are joined together by an elastic cord (50) or springs (100) and which when connected together tension the modules to form a net support structure and which can be collapsed by disconnecting the modules and allowing the modules to be folded whilst at the same time keeping the modules joined by the tensioning means. Elbows (30) are provided which form corners and which are permanently or releasably joined by the cord (50). If releasably joined the elbows (30) can be repositioned to alter the configuration of the net support structure.
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