Tubular slat for covering for architectural openings
US7100666B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 16, 2001 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/101
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A slat or vane (30) for use in a covering for an architectural opening is suitable for use in either a horizontal or vertical orientation and in a horizontal orientation will not sag or droop, and in a vertical orientation will rotate uniformly along its length when rotated from end thereof. The slat (30) is formed in a tubular configuration and has a base material of glass fibers bonded together in a thermoformable resin so as to maintain the arcuate curvature desired for the tubular slat or vane (30). The slat (30) can be repeatedly deformed and will always return to its original configuration.
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