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Retractable awning with cooling fan

US5934349A · kind A · utility

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7Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 26, 1997
Grant dateAug 10, 1999
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Expiry dateNov 26, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S160/05
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A retractable awning for mounting on a support surface includes an awning canopy and supporting rafter and support arms with the canopy having its outer edge secured to a roll bar. The roll bar includes an elongated groove in which a fan is removably mounted with the fan including a mister system for humidifying the air emanating from the fan blades. The awning includes connection lines for a supply of liquid and electric power for the fan.

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