Folding canopy support bracket
US6142438A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 13, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63B17/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bracket mounts against a rigid support surface for pivotally supporting an end of a tubular element of a frame for a folding awning or canopy. The pivot pin that engages the frame element is supported by a pivot pin support member that is in turn supported by two end elements that fasten to the support surface. The pivot pin support member and the two end elements are so constructed that they are free to rotate relative to one another about an axis transverse to the axis of the pivot pin. This provides greater flexibility in the folding motion of the frame element and facilitates mounting of the bracket on a non-planar surface.
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