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Umbrella base with wheels

a technology of umbrella base and wheels, which is applied in the field of umbrella base, can solve the problems of difficult for a single person to move the umbrella and its base, the weight of the base on which the umbrella is supported is usually even heavier, and the weight of the umbrella itself is very heavy, so as to minimize the tripping of a person and facilitate the movemen

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-03-16
DAYVA INT
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[0007] It is an objective of the present invention to provide a patio umbrella that can be conveniently moved around.
[0008] To accomplish the above objectives, the present invention provides an umbrella base for use with a patio umbrella. The umbrella base has a base shell, a shaft coupled to the base shell for receiving the pole of the patio umbrella, and at least one wheel assembly coupled to the base shell. The wheel assembly can be provided under the base shell to remain hidden and unobstrusive, which also minimizes the tripping of a person over the wheel assembly.

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Unfortunately, the patio umbrella itself is very heavy, and the base on which the patio umbrella is supported is usually even heavier than the patio umbrella.
It is difficult for a single person to move a patio umbrella and its base, and the task often requires two or more people.

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[0015] The following detailed description is of the best presently contemplated modes of carrying out the invention. This description is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating general principles of embodiments of the invention. The scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims.

[0016]FIGS. 1-3 illustrate an umbrella base 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention. The umbrella base 10 has a generally circular base shell 12 having a cylindrical shaft 14 extending from about the center of the top surface 16 thereof. The cylindrical shaft 14 has a cylindrical bore that is adapted to receive the bottom portion of the pole 18 of a conventional patio umbrella. A threaded bolt 22 extends through an opening (not shown) in the shaft 14 so that the bolt 22 can be adjusted to press against the pole 18, thereby securing the pole 18 inside the bore of the shaft 14.

[0017] A plurality of feet 24 are provided in spaced-a...

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Abstract

An umbrella base is provided for use with a patio umbrella. The umbrella base has a base shell, a shaft coupled to the base shell for receiving the pole of the patio umbrella, and at least one wheel assembly coupled to the base shell.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to outdoor and patio umbrellas, and in particular, to an umbrella base that is adapted for use in supporting outdoor and patio umbrellas. [0003] 2. Description of the Prior Art [0004] Outdoor patio umbrellas have become increasingly popular as more and more people are beginning to conduct more outdoor activities. For example, outdoor dinner parties and events are becoming more common, and patio umbrellas have been useful in providing shade to tables and chairs that have been placed outdoors for these events. [0005] In this regard, it is often necessary to move the patio umbrellas from one location to another. In other words, mobility of a patio umbrella has been important as this mobility enhances the utility and value of a patio umbrella. Unfortunately, the patio umbrella itself is very heavy, and the base on which the patio umbrella is supported is usually even heavier than the patio ...

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IPC IPC(8): A45B3/00
CPCE04H12/2238A45B11/00
Inventor BILOTTI, ALFRED J.
Owner DAYVA INT