Retractable shade for coverings for architectural openings
US8763673B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 15, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE06B2009/2627
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A retractable cellular shade is illustrated in various embodiments to consist of a support structure that could assume numerous forms including cellular material, flexible sheets of material, tapes or ribbons, or flexible monofilaments or similar cords of natural or synthetic fibers with the support structure supporting a plurality of vanes or slats in various configurations and orientations. The movement of the vanes or slats is totally dependent upon movement of the support structure. The fabric so formed can be incorporated into a covering for architectural openings with the covering including a headrail with means for gathering the fabric material within the headrail.
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