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Retractable shade system

a shade system and retractable technology, applied in the field of retractable shade systems, can solve the problems of discouraged redecorating and replacing coverings, cumbersome tasks, time-consuming, etc., and achieve the effect of quick, easy, and efficient replacement, quick, easy, and efficien

Inactive Publication Date: 2010-07-29
MEADOWS JR RALPH C +1
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[0024]Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a retractable shade system which allows the continuous shade panel thereof to be removably attached thereto.
[0028]It is another object of the present invention to provide a retractable shade system which allows the user to quickly, easily, and efficiently replace the continuous shade panel whenever desired, such as for holidays or advertising purposes, without having to replace or remove roller shade hardware.
[0036]The use of the present invention allows the user to quickly, easily, and efficiently replace the continuous shade panel of a shade support assembly, such as a retractable roller shade, whenever desired without having to replace or remove roller shade hardware, such as the drum, or brackets in a manner which is quick, easy, and efficient.

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Such task can also be cumbersome and time intensive.
However, given the effort and time entailed in replacing window coverings and decorating for holidays, most people are discouraged from redecorating and replacing coverings.

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[0050]With reference to FIG. 2, a retractable shade system is disclosed and generally denoted by the reference character 10. Referring now to FIG. 2 through FIG. 6, and in accordance with the preferred embodiment, the retractable shade system, hereinafter system 10, comprises an elongated tubular drum 20 and a flexible shade panel 30, the shade panel 30 has an upper end secured to the drum 20 and is adapted to be rolled on and unrolled therefrom. The shade panel 30 has a front side 32 and a rear side 33, and a vertical length measuring approximately 3 inches, as indicated by “L” in FIG. 5. The system 10 further comprises mounting brackets 22 for mounting the drum 20 on a surface S, such as a window casing (not shown). The mounting brackets 22 have an elongated mounting member 24 and a drum support portion 26 which extends generally perpendicular to a plane of the elongated mounting member 24.

[0051]The drum 20 includes a spring motor 40 adapted to assist retraction or wounding of the...

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Abstract

A retractable shade system is disclosed which includes a continuous shade panel adapted for removable attachment to the flexible shade panel of the shade system. The continuous shade panel can be replaced with another continuous shade panel without having to remove or disconnect shade system hardware.

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RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]There are no previously filed, nor currently any co-pending applications, anywhere in the world.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]This application discloses and claims embodiments generally related to window shades and blinds, and more particularly, to a retractable shade system.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]There are many types of window dressings that can be used to cover windows. One of the most common types of window dressings are roller blinds or shades. Generally, roller blinds include an elongated, cylindrical mandrel holding a decorative pliable panel of material. The cylindrical mandrel may be operable through the use of a crank, motor, or solar powered motor. Clutch operated blinds are provided with a clutch formed on one side of the mandrel, a pin on the opposite side, and is supported by two brackets on each side. The clutch allows the mandrel to be rotated in a controlled fashion to permit panel to b...

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IPC IPC(8): A47G5/02
CPCE06B9/42E06B9/50
Inventor MEADOWS, JR., RALPH C.PARKER, WILBERT R.
Owner MEADOWS JR RALPH C