Umbrella with IC Tag Compartment

Abstract

The present invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella that prevents the IC tag from being removed or damaged by external force during use, and allows for easy separation and recovery of the IC tag from the central shaft, lower runner, or handle when the umbrella is discarded. [Solution] The umbrella comprises a central shaft, an upper ferrule, a ferrule tip, a lower ferrule, a main rib with a locking projection that engages with a groove on the upper ferrule side end, a secondary rib with a locking projection that engages with a groove on the lower ferrule side end, an umbrella fabric, and a handle provided at the lower end of the central shaft. At least one of the central shaft, handle, and lower ferrule has an IC tag housed in an inner surface that can be exposed by detaching a part of its outer surface from its axis side.

Description

[[Technical Field]]

[0001] The present invention relates to an umbrella that accommodates an IC tag. [[Background Art]]

[0002] In recent years, demand for umbrellas has been increasing. From the era when one person owned one umbrella, it has become common for one person to own multiple umbrellas. The potential demand for umbrellas is proportional to the domestic population and is estimated to be between 400 million and 500 million. While umbrellas are mass-produced in this way, the amount of discarded umbrellas has also increased, and efforts are being made to recycle and reutilize umbrellas as resources. For example, an IC chip is embedded in the handle portion of the recycled umbrella described in Patent Document 1. On the other hand, Patent Document 2 is known as a technology that enables an IC chip to be attached to a portion other than an umbrella handle. This will be described with reference to FIG. 12. This device can be used for quality control or complaint improvement in a production plant for umbrellas 1. As shown in FIG. 12(a), an IC chip 22 is embedded in the umbrella handle 20. The umbrella handle 20 is formed of a magnetic-permeable material so that the IC chip can be read, and may be made of, for example, synthetic resin or wood. FIG. 12(b) is a view explaining a modified example of the umbrella 1. As shown in the figure, an upper runner 3 (corresponding to an end portion of a main rib according to an embodiment of the present invention) and a lower runner 6 (corresponding to an end portion of a stretcher rib according to an embodiment of the present invention) has an IC chip 22 embedded in at least one of them, that is, in at least one position of the umbrella runner. As an example of the manufacturing method, when the upper runner 3 and the lower runner 6 are formed by a synthetic resin molding technique, the IC chip 22 may be embedded inside the upper runner 3 and the lower runner 6 during the synthetic resin molding. This is because embedding the IC chip 22 inside the component can preferably prevent subsequent removal of the IC chip 22, and for individual identification of the umbrella 1, it is preferable that the umbrella 1 and the IC chip 22 are inseparably integrated. However, it is described that, as a modified example, the IC chip 22 may be fixed to a specific position of the umbrella runner by adhesion or the like. Furthermore, although not addressing recycling, Patent Document 3 is known as an example of a hand-assembled umbrella. [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2022-47112 [Patent Document 2] Utility Model Registration No. 3220036 Gazette [Patent Document 3] Utility Model Registration No. 3245738 Gazette [Overview of the project] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0004] However, in the umbrella described in Patent Document 2, in order to be useful for quality control or claim improvement at the production factory of the umbrella 1, it is preferable that the IC chip 22 be embedded inside the component so that the IC chip 22 can not be removed afterwards, and it is not envisioned that the IC chip 22 will be separated and recovered from the umbrella frame or umbrella handle when the umbrella is disposed of. The present invention aims to provide an IC tag-accommodating umbrella that prevents the IC tag from being removed or damaged by external force during use, and allows for easy separation and recovery of the IC tag from the central shaft, lower runner, or handle when the umbrella is discarded. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] To solve the above problems, the first invention of the present invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella comprising a central shaft, an upper ferrule, a tip, a lower ferrule, a main rib having a locking projection that engages with a groove at the end of the upper ferrule, a secondary rib having a locking projection that engages with a groove at the end of the lower ferrule, an umbrella fabric, and a handle, wherein at least one of the central shaft, handle, and lower ferrule has an inner surface that can be exposed by detaching a part of its outer surface from its axis side, thereby providing an IC tag-accommodating umbrella.

[0006] Furthermore, the second invention provides an IC tag housing umbrella as described in the first invention, wherein the inner surface and the outer surface are configured to have a gap that allows a flat IC tag to be housed without damaging it when the outer surface is closed by returning it to the axis side.

[0007] Furthermore, the third invention is that the IC tag is attached to the inner surface with an adhesive, The present invention provides an IC tag housing umbrella as described in the first invention, wherein the adhesive is such that it can be peeled off without leaving any residue of the IC tag on the inside.

[0008] Furthermore, the fourth invention is that the IC tag is attached to the inner surface with an adhesive, The present invention provides an IC tag housing umbrella as described in the second invention, wherein the adhesive is such that it can be peeled off without leaving any residue of the IC tag on the inside.

[0009] Furthermore, the fifth invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella as described in any one of the first to fourth inventions, wherein the central shaft, upper ferrule, tip, lower ferrule, main ribs, secondary ribs, and handle are all made of plastic.

[0010] Furthermore, the sixth invention provides an IC tag housing umbrella as described in the fifth invention, wherein the plastic is one of ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, or silicone.

[0011] Furthermore, the seventh invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella as described in any one of the first to fourth inventions, wherein the umbrella fabric is made of one or more of polyethylene, PVC, EVA, polyester, and nylon.

[0012] Furthermore, the eighth invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella as described in the first invention, having an upper limit positioning mechanism that determines the upper limit position of the lower ferrule such that the force applied to the lower ferrule by the ribs in the axial direction of the central shaft when the umbrella is open is in the direction of the upper ferrule.

[0013] Furthermore, the ninth invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella as described in the first invention, further comprising a protruding part provided on the central shaft for fixing the lower ferrule to the central shaft when the umbrella is closed, and a gripping part for gripping the protruding part when the umbrella is closed by the lower ferrule.

[0014] Furthermore, the tenth invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella as described in the first invention, further comprising a protruding part provided on the handle for fixing the lower ferrule to the handle when the umbrella is closed, and a gripping part for gripping the protruding part when the umbrella is closed by the lower ferrule.

[0015] Furthermore, the eleventh invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella as described in the first invention, further comprising: a projection provided on the ribs for fixing the ribs to a non-detachable support when the umbrella is closed; and a gripping portion for gripping the projection at the non-detachable support when the umbrella is closed.

[0016] Furthermore, the twelfth invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella as described in any one of the eighth to eleventh inventions, in which the central shaft, upper ferrule, tip, lower ferrule, main ribs, secondary ribs, and handle are all made of plastic.

[0017] Furthermore, the thirteenth invention provides an IC tag housing umbrella as described in the twelfth invention, wherein the plastic is one of ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, or silicone. [Effects of the Invention]

[0018] The present invention provides an IC tag-accommodating umbrella that prevents the IC tag from being removed after use, and allows for easy separation and recovery of the IC tag from the central shaft, handle, or lower runner when the umbrella is discarded. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0019] [Figure 1] External view of the IC tag-containing umbrella in use and with the fabric component removed. [Figure 2]Structural drawing of the upper runner and the ferrule [Figure 3] Structural drawing of the lower runner [Figure 4] Structural drawing of the handle [Figure 5] Structural drawing of the lower end of the central shaft [Figure 6] Top view of the umbrella with the canopy removed and placed on a flat surface [Figure 7] Diagram explaining the structure of an IC tag [Figure 8] Diagram explaining the structure for maintaining the umbrella in an opened state by the upper runner [Figure 9] Diagram explaining the structure for maintaining the umbrella in a closed state by the central shaft [Figure 10] Diagram explaining the structure for maintaining the umbrella in a closed state by the handle [Figure 11] Diagram explaining the structure for maintaining the umbrella in a closed state by the dowel [Figure 12] Example of an umbrella allowable to mount an IC chip in the prior art

Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0020] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following description, Embodiment 1 corresponds to claim 1, Embodiment 2 corresponds to claim 2, and similarly, Embodiments 3 to 13 correspond to claims 3 to 13, respectively. It should be noted that the content of the present invention is not limited only to the following embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the gist of the present invention.

[0021] <Embodiment 1: Corresponding to claim 1> <Overview of Embodiment 1> The IC tag accommodating umbrella according to Embodiment 1 is an umbrella comprising a central shaft, an upper runner, a ferrule, a lower runner, main ribs each provided with a locking projection that locks into an end groove on the upper runner side, stretchers each provided with a locking projection that locks into an end groove on the lower runner side, umbrella fabric, and a handle. The IC tag accommodating umbrella of the present invention is an umbrella that can be freely disassembled and assembled without using jigs or machinery, and has mechanical strength.

[0022] <Configuration of Embodiment 1> The IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 1 comprises a central shaft, a ferrule, an upper ferrule, a lower ferrule, main ribs, secondary ribs, a handle, umbrella fabric, and a tip. The configuration of each part will be described below with reference to the drawings. Figure 1(a) shows the umbrella in an open state, allowing you to see the configuration and arrangement of almost all the parts, while Figure 1(b) is the same as Figure 1(a) with the umbrella fabric removed.

[0023] <Embodiment 1: Configurations> <Embodiment 1: Center rod> <Embodiment 1: General information on the central rod> The central shaft (0101) is a component that makes up the core of the umbrella. It is also called the central axis or shaft. The upper end of the central shaft is equipped with a ferrule (0103), and below that is an upper ferrule (0102) that receives the ends of the ribs (0105). At the lower end is a handle (also called the grip) (0108) that is attached to the rod-shaped central axis, which is necessary for opening the umbrella, and can be held and supported by the hand. In addition, in the middle part of the central shaft, that is, the part between the upper ferrule and the handle, there is a lower ferrule (0104) that is attached to the central shaft and can be moved up and down, and supports the ends of the ribs (0106).

[0024] <Embodiment 1: Center rod material> The central rod is made of, for example, a plastic material. Specific examples of plastic materials used for the central rod include ABS resin (hereinafter referred to as "ABS"), polyacetal (hereinafter referred to as "POM"), fiber-reinforced plastic (hereinafter referred to as "FRP"), ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (hereinafter referred to as "EVA"), etc., but it is more desirable to use renewable plastics.

[0025] <Embodiment 1: Center rod size> In Embodiment 1, the length of the central rod is approximately 80 centimeters, but it is not limited to this value. The handle portion of the central rod is approximately 17.5 centimeters long and 2.5 centimeters in diameter, while the rest of the rod is approximately 1 centimeter in diameter. The overall length of the central shaft is preferably about 70 to 90 centimeters, the length of the handle portion of the central shaft is preferably about 16.0 to 19 centimeters, and the diameter of the central shaft is preferably about 0.8 to 1.5 centimeters. The above are examples of values ​​for adult umbrellas; for children's umbrellas, all values ​​will be smaller.

[0026] <Embodiment 1: Upper potter's wheel> <Embodiment 1: General information on the upper potter's wheel> Figure 2 is a diagram illustrating the structure of the upper potter's wheel. The rokuro is the central part where the ribs gather. The upper rokuro (0202) is the central part where the ends (0232) of the main ribs (0205) gather and is attached to the central shaft. The upper rokuro body (0212) has a through hole (0215) in the center through which the central shaft of the umbrella can pass. With the ferrule (0203) side facing upwards, the locking projection (0231) of the end of the main rib is inserted from above and supported from below, and the main rib, including the end, is locked in place by a main rib locking groove (0222) so that it can rotate freely. There is also a screw-in, detachable main rib removal prevention part (0213) that prevents the main rib end from coming out of the main rib locking groove by rotatably covering the main rib, including the end, from above. Note that the structure for locking the main ribs to the upper rokuro is merely an example and is not limited to this structure. For example, the main rib removal prevention part (0213) and the ferrule (0203) may be integrated into a single structure.

[0027] The IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to Embodiment 1 has a rib locking groove (0222) and a detachable rib removal prevention part (0213) on the upper runner, and a rib locking groove (0322, Figure 3) and a detachable rib removal prevention part (0313, Figure 3) on the lower runner, allowing it to be easily disassembled and assembled while still possessing sufficient mechanical strength as an umbrella.

[0028] <Embodiment 1: Upper ferrule, main rib locking groove> The rib locking groove (0222) is designed to allow the rib (0205), including its end, to rotate freely. The locking projection (0231) on the end of the rib closest to the center of the umbrella (0232) is inserted from above with the tip (0203) facing upwards and supported from below. The rib locking groove (0222) is cut into the upper part of the upper ferrule body (0212) for each rib, and is designed to allow the ends of the ribs to rotate freely by inserting them one by one from above.

[0029] <Embodiment 1: Upper lathe, main bone removal prevention part> The main rib removal restraint part (0213) is a screw-in, detachable part that rotatably covers the main rib, including its end, over the main rib locking groove (0222) in order to prevent the main rib end (0232) from coming out upward from the main rib locking groove (0222).

[0030] <Embodiment 1: Upper potter's wheel material> The upper potter's wheel (0202) is constructed from, for example, plastic material. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used when constructing the upper potter's wheel include ABS, POM, FRP, EVA, nylon, and PP, but it is more desirable to use renewable plastic.

[0031] <Embodiment 1: Upper potter's wheel and other> Conventional umbrellas use wire to secure the ribs at the top and bottom of the ferrule, and if the wire breaks, the umbrella will fall apart. However, in Embodiment 1, no wire is used, so there is no such concern. Also, conventional umbrellas have a nail in the upper ferrule to fix it to the central shaft, and there is a risk of this coming loose, but in Embodiment 1, no nail is used, so there is no such concern. In Embodiment 1, the main ribs are inserted into the main rib locking grooves of the upper ferrule, and the main rib removal prevention part prevents the main ribs from coming out upwards, but this can also be made entirely of plastic. Similarly, the secondary ribs are inserted into the secondary rib locking grooves, and the secondary rib removal prevention part prevents the secondary ribs from coming out downwards, but this can also be made entirely of plastic.

[0032] <Embodiment 1: Tip> <Embodiment 1: General information on the tip of the rod> Continuing to refer to Figure 2, the tip (0203) refers to the upper tip of the umbrella, and in Embodiment 1, it refers to a part that is screwed into a threaded screw receiver (0224) installed on the inner surface (0214) of the upper ferrule, which is the surface of a cylindrical protrusion (0214) provided from the upper ferrule towards the tip, and has the function of fixing the umbrella fabric at the same time. On the upper side of the upper ferrule, there is a rib removal restraint part (0213) made of a suitable material including but not limited to plastic, which prevents the tip of the main rib on the central shaft side, which is inserted into the groove of the upper ferrule, from coming out of the groove, and an umbrella fabric (0107) with holes that can be passed through the central shaft is placed over and covers the rib removal restraint part from the upper outside, and the tip of the umbrella fabric is placed over and fixed in place from above. Furthermore, the attachment of the ferrule to the upper potter's wheel is not limited to screwing it into the screw receiver on the upper potter's wheel; it may also be attached by a fitting structure with the upper potter's wheel. Moreover, instead of attaching it to the upper potter's wheel, it may be attached to the tip of the central rod. In these cases, it goes without saying that there is no need to form a screw receiver on the upper potter's wheel.

[0033] <Embodiment 1: Tip Material> The tip (0203) is made of, for example, plastic material. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used for the tip include ABS, POM, FRP, EVA, and PP, but it is more desirable to use recyclable plastic.

[0034] <Embodiment 1: Lowering the potter's wheel> <Embodiment 1: General information on the lowering wheel>

[0035] Figure 3 is a diagram illustrating the structure of the lower potter's wheel. The area where the ribs (0306) gather is called the lower ferrule. The lower ferrule (0304) consists of a lower ferrule body (0312) equipped with rib locking grooves (0322) cut to the same number as the ribs, which are used to lock the ribs, including their ends (0335), by inserting the locking projections (0334) at the tips of the ribs from below and pressing them down from above with the tip side facing upward, so that the ribs can rotate freely. It also includes a screw-in, detachable rib removal prevention part (0313) that prevents the ends (0335) of the ribs from slipping out of the rib locking grooves, and a lower ferrule cover member (0316). A through hole (0315) is provided in the center of the lower ferrule body (0312) through which the central shaft of the umbrella can pass. Note that the structure for locking the ribs to the lower ferrule is merely an example and is not limited to this structure. For example, the bone-receiving and extraction-preventing part (0313) and the lower rake cover member (0316) may be integrated into a single structure.

[0036] The IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 1 has a rib-locking groove (0322) and a detachable rib-removal prevention part (0313) on the lower runner, and a rib-locking groove (0222, Figure 2) and a detachable rib-removal prevention part (0213, Figure 2) on the upper runner, allowing it to be easily disassembled and assembled while still possessing sufficient mechanical strength as an umbrella. <Embodiment 1: Lower lathe, bone-receiving locking groove>

[0037] Figure 3 shows the structure of the lower turntable and bone support when the ferrule is facing upwards. A screw receiver (0324) is formed on the inner surface (0314) of the lower turntable, which is the surface of a cylindrical projection (0314) that extends from below the bone support groove (0322) that receives the bone support (0306) of the lower turntable toward the handle. A screw groove that engages with this is also formed on the inner wall of the cylindrical lower turntable cover (0316), and by screwing the lower turntable cover member (0316) to the screw receiver (0324) of the lower turntable, it is possible to prevent the tip portion of the bone support, which is rotatably positioned in the bone support groove (0322) by the bone support extraction prevention part (0313), from coming out downwards.

[0038] <Embodiment 1: Lower lathe, bone-receiving and extraction prevention part> The bone support retention part (0313) is a screw-in, detachable part that rotatably covers the bone support end (0332) below the bone support locking groove (0322), thereby preventing the bone support end (0332) from slipping out of the bone support locking groove.

[0039] The bone-receiving grooves are cut into the underside of the lower lathe, corresponding to the number of bones, and the tips of the bones that converge towards the central shaft can be inserted one by one into these grooves. The bone-receiving retention section serves to prevent the bones inserted into the bone-receiving grooves from coming out. <Embodiment 1: Lower potter's wheel - Material> The lower potter's wheel (0302) is constructed from, for example, plastic material. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used when constructing the lower potter's wheel include ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, etc., but it is more desirable to use recyclable plastic.

[0040] <Embodiment 1: Main Rib> <Embodiment 1: Main Ribs in General> Referring to Figure 1, the main rib (0105) is locked to the central shaft (0101) by being inserted into the main rib locking groove (0222 Figure 2) of the upper ferrule (0102, 0202 Figure 2), and the other end protrudes outward, thus supporting the umbrella fabric (0107). Furthermore, the main rib is connected to the secondary rib (0106), which is locked to the lower ferrule (0104), by a non-detachable support part (0110) located in the middle of the main rib. This non-detachable support part (0110) connects the main rib (0105) and the secondary rib (0106) in a way that is both inseparable and rotatable. Since there is not much need to combine the main rib and the secondary rib as separate parts, this part can be constructed as an inseparable unit with little impact on recycling. The bone-receiving grooves are cut into the underside of the lower lathe, corresponding to the number of bones, and the tips of the bones that converge towards the central shaft can be inserted one by one into these grooves. The bone-receiving retention section serves to prevent the bones inserted into the bone-receiving grooves from coming out.

[0041] <Embodiment 1: Main Rib Material> The main ribs (0105) are made of, for example, plastic material. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used for the main ribs include ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, and silicone, but it is more desirable to use recyclable plastic.

[0042] <Embodiment 1: Main Ribs and Others> The non-detachable support part is sometimes referred to as a "joint" or "dowel."

[0043] <Embodiment 1: Bone support> <Embodiment 1: General information on bone support> The ribs (0106) refer to the umbrella ribs that connect the lower ferrule (0104) of the central shaft (0101) to the non-detachable support part (0110) placed on the main rib (0105). The non-detachable support part (0110) refers to the joint between the main rib (0105) and the rib (0106). The main rib and the rib are connected by a part called an eyelet. In a normal umbrella, metal is used in this part, but it is a part that is subjected to force and is said to often break and bend. In the IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 1, it is possible to use plastic parts.

[0044] <Embodiment 1: Bone Support Material> The bone support (0106) is made of, for example, a plastic material. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used to construct the bone support include ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, and silicone, but it is more desirable to use recyclable plastics.

[0045] <Embodiment 1: Handle> <Embodiment 1: Handle in General> Referring to Figure 1, a handle (also called a grip) (0108), which is necessary for holding an umbrella, is attached to the lower end of the central shaft (0101), and the umbrella can be held and supported by gripping this handle. For example, the handle is approximately 17.5 centimeters long and 2.5 centimeters in diameter, but it is not limited to these dimensions. The above are examples for an adult umbrella; all of these dimensions will be smaller for a child's umbrella. For an adult umbrella, a handle length of around 16.0 to 19 centimeters is preferable. As shown in Figure 4, the handle (0408) is composed of a handle body (0412) and a handle cover member (0413).

[0046] The handle cover member (0413) is hollow and cylindrical, with a through hole (0423) formed from the upper end surface (0433) to the lower end surface (0443). A screw groove (0453), not shown, is formed on the inner wall of the handle cover member (0413) within a predetermined range from the lower end surface (0443), and the handle body (0412) is screwed into it. The through hole (0423) has an inner diameter at the upper end face (0433) that is approximately the same as the outer diameter of the central rod (0401), and expands conically toward the lower end face (0443). The inner diameter from a predetermined position to the lower end face (0443) forms a cylindrical shape that is approximately the same as the outer diameter of the threads (0452) of the handle body (0408).

[0047] The handle body (0412) is firmly joined to the central rod (0401) by retaining pins (0432) and adhesive. The upper end portion (0462) of the handle body (0412) has a screw receiver (0452) formed in a predetermined area on its outer circumference, and a screw groove (0453) (not shown) that engages with it is also formed in the inner wall of the handle cover member (0413), and the two are screwed together. The inner diameter of the opening (0422) is approximately the same as the outer diameter of the central rod (0401).

[0048] The handle (0408) has an external shape that starts as a central rod, then thickens into a cone shape, and finally becomes a round rod, but the shape is not limited as long as it fulfills its function.

[0049] <Embodiment 1: Handle Material> The handle (0408) is made of a plastic material, for example. Specific examples of plastic materials include ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, and silicone, but it is preferable to use recyclable plastics.

[0050] <Embodiment 1: Umbrella Fabric> <Embodiment 1: Umbrella Fabric in General> Referring again to Figure 1, the umbrella fabric (0107) refers to the rainproof fabric used for umbrellas, sewn together. It is sometimes called a cover. Figure 6 is a top view of the umbrella fabric (0607) with the fabric removed and placed on a flat surface, showing the outside. In Figure 6, the umbrella fabric (0607) has a central hole (0601) and ferrules (0611), as well as a belt (0603) with a snap button to keep the closed umbrella from opening.

[0051] The rib tip (0611) is a component positioned at the outer, opening end of the main rib of the umbrella. In the IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 1, the rib tip is fixedly positioned on the outer edge of the umbrella fabric, and the umbrella fabric can be fixed to the umbrella by inserting this rib tip into the end of the main rib. The tip of the main rib is rounded, and the rib tip can be easily attached and detached. When attaching or detaching the rib tip to the tip of the main rib, it is preferable to slightly bend the main rib. If the main rib is made of plastic (including fiber-reinforced plastic), it bends easily, making the process easier. If the main rib is made of fiber-reinforced plastic, it is preferable that the tip of the main rib is covered with a plastic material that does not contain fibers so that the cross-section is not exposed. The material of the rib tip is also preferably plastic. More preferably, it is a flexible plastic.

[0052] <Embodiment 1: Umbrella Fabric Material> The umbrella fabric is made of one or more of the following materials: polyethylene, PVC, EVA, polyester, and nylon.

[0053] <Embodiment 1: IC Tag> <Embodiment 1: General Information on IC Tags> Figure 7 illustrates the structure of an IC tag housed in an IC tag housing umbrella according to Embodiment 1. Figure 7(c) is a plan view showing the configuration of an IC tag. Note that the dimensions of each part in the figure may be exaggerated to clarify the configuration. As shown in Figure 7(c), the IC tag has an IC chip and an antenna circuit on a substrate. In the figure, the shape of the substrate is circular or rectangular, but is not limited to these.

[0054] <Embodiment 1: IC Tag Substrate> The base material is made of a resin material such as paper or film. While PET (polyethylene terephthalate) and PC (polycarbonate) are commonly chosen as the resin material, other materials are generally acceptable as long as they are used as the base material.

[0055] <Embodiment 1: IC Tag, IC Chip> The IC chip is designed to record information about the umbrella to which the IC tag is attached. For example, information such as the umbrella's manufacturing date, serial number, and price can be recorded on the tag.

[0056] <Embodiment 1: IC Tag Antenna> In the example of an HF band IC tag, the antenna circuit is a single loop circuit of equal width. The antenna circuit is made of a conductive material such as metal foil and is electrically connected to the IC chip. Furthermore, the shape of the antenna circuit is not limited to a single loop circuit of equal width; it may be formed in other geometric shapes such as squares, triangles, or ellipses, as long as it is an antenna that can perform communication functions as an IC tag. It may also consist of one or more antennas, and the loop does not have to be a completely closed shape. As with the example of IC tags in the UHF band, a dipole antenna can be used instead of a loop antenna.

[0057] <Embodiment 1: IC Tag and Others> As described above, an inlet-type IC tag can be obtained by configuring the IC tag in this way. When the IC tag is a sticker-type label (tape type), an adhesive layer is provided in addition to the above configuration.

[0058] As shown in Figure 7(b), the adhesive layer (0704) is provided on top of the base material (0733) which is made of paper or resin layer of the inlet (0703). Alternatively, the IC chip (0713) and antenna circuit (0723) may be formed directly on the upper surface of the adhesive layer (0704), so that the adhesive layer (0704) also serves the role of the base material (0733).

[0059] The adhesive layer (0704) is generally made of acrylic resin-based adhesive, but other organic or inorganic adhesives may also be used.

[0060] When an adhesive layer (0704) is provided, it is preferable that the IC tag is also provided with a release liner (0705) in addition to the adhesive layer (0704) to facilitate handling of the IC tag product. This prevents the adhesive layer (0704) from sticking to unnecessary locations before attaching it to an umbrella, thus making the IC tag product easier to handle.

[0061] Alternatively, another adhesive layer (0702) may be provided on the upper surface of the substrate (0733) on which the IC chip (0713) and antenna circuit (0723) are located. In this case, the IC tag can be attached to an umbrella, and after peeling off the release paper (0701) from the adhesive layer (0702) on the upper surface of the substrate (0733), paper or film can be attached to the adhesive layer (0702) on the upper surface of the substrate (0733). This paper or film can be used to protect the IC tag or to conceal it from view. Furthermore, letters or pictures can be written or printed on the paper or film.

[0062] <Example 1: IC Tag Storage> <Example 1-1: Storage of IC tags in the lower potter's wheel> Referring to Figure 3, the procedure for placing IC tags into the lower wheel will be explained. The lower hoe is configured to have an inner surface (0314) (corresponding to the "inner surface" described in Claim 1) that can be exposed by detaching the lower hoe cover member (0316) (corresponding to "a part thereof is the outer surface" described in Claim 1) from the cylindrical protrusion (0314) (corresponding to "the axial side thereof" described in Claim 1). A flat IC tag (0380) is then attached to the exposed inner surface (0314) (Figure 3(a)). The IC tag (0380) is then placed in the lower hoe by closing the lower hoe by reattaching the lower hoe cover member (0316) to the cylindrical protrusion (0314) (Figure 3(c)). Needless to say, if the lower wheel cover member (0316) is not attached to the lower wheel, the procedure of detaching the lower wheel cover member (0316) from the cylindrical protrusion (0314) to expose the inner surface (0314) of the lower wheel is not required.

[0063] As shown in Figure 3, a coin-shaped IC tag (0380) with a diameter of approximately 25 mm was attached to the inner surface (0314) of the lower turn (0304) using the adhesive on the back of the IC tag (0380).

[0064] <Example 1-2: Storage of IC tags in a handle> Referring to Figure 4, the procedure for placing the IC tag into the lower pottery wheel handle will be explained. The handle is configured to have an inner surface (0462) that can be exposed by detaching the handle cover member (0413) (corresponding to "a part thereof is the outer surface" as described in claim 1) from the upper end (0462) (corresponding to "the axial side thereof" as described in claim 1). A flat IC tag (0480) is then attached to the exposed inner surface (0462) (Figure 4(a)). The IC tag (0480) is then stored in the handle by closing it by reattaching the handle cover member (0413) to the upper end (0462) (Figure 4(b)). Needless to say, if the handle cover member (0413) is not attached to the handle, the procedure of detaching the handle cover member (0413) from the upper end (0462) to expose the inner surface of the handle (0462) is not required.

[0065] As shown in Figure 4, a coin-shaped IC tag (0480) with a diameter of approximately 25 mm was attached to the inner surface (0462) of the handle (0408) using the adhesive on the back of the IC tag (0480).

[0066] <Example 1-3: Housing IC tags on a central rod> The procedure for inserting the IC tag into the central rod will be explained with reference to Figure 5. An IC tag can also be housed in the central rod (0511), which includes an inner surface (0502) that is not exposed in the product state. The central rod (0511) is configured to have an inner surface (0502) that can be exposed by detaching the central rod cover member (0513) (corresponding to "a part thereof is the outer surface" as described in claim 1) from the lower end (0502) (corresponding to "a part thereof is the axial side" as described in claim 1). A flat IC tag (0580) is then attached to the exposed inner surface (0502) (Figure 5(a). The housing of the IC tag (0580) in the central rod is completed by closing it by reattaching the central rod cover member (0513) to the lower end (0502) (Figure 5(b)). Needless to say, if the central rod cover member (0513) is not attached to the lower end (0502), the procedure of detaching the central rod cover member (0513) from the lower end (0502) to expose the inner surface (0502) is not required.

[0067] As shown in Figure 5(a), a tape-type IC tag measuring approximately 44 mm x 10 mm was attached to the inner surface of the central rod using the adhesive on the back of the IC tag (0580) as a flat IC tag (0580).

[0068] <Example 1-4: Modified form of IC tag housing> In Examples 1-1, 1-2, and 1-3, the outer surface is rotated around the central rod axis to expose the inner surface, but the configuration is not limited to this. For example, a configuration in which the claws engage with the recesses by pushing them in, or a configuration in which the claws hook and lock by rotating them, may be adopted. Also, in cases where a high level of closing strength is not required, a configuration in which engagement occurs by insertion (pushing along the central rod axis) may be used, as shown in Figure 5(c).

[0069] <Embodiment 2: Corresponding to Claim 2> <Overview of Embodiment 2> The difference between the IC tag housing umbrella of Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is that the inner surface and the outer surface are configured to have a gap that allows a flat IC tag to be housed without damage when the outer surface is brought closer to the axis side to close the umbrella.

[0070] <Example 2-1: Storage of IC tags in the lower potter's wheel> As shown in Figure 3, a coin-shaped IC tag (0380) with a diameter of approximately 25 mm was attached to the inner surface (0314) of the lower turn (0304) using the adhesive on the back of the IC tag (0380). Then, the lower runner cover member (0316) is returned to the cylindrical protrusion (0314) to close the runner, thereby housing the IC tag (0380) in the lower runner.

[0071] The outer diameter of the cylindrical protrusion (0314) is 17 mm, and the inner diameter of the lower runner cover member (0316) is 20 mm, ensuring a gap of approximately 1.5 mm around the entire circumference to accommodate the coin-shaped IC tag without damaging it.

[0072] <Example 2-2: Storing IC tags in a handle> As shown in Figure 4, a coin-shaped IC tag (0480) with a diameter of approximately 25 mm was attached to the inner surface (0462) of the handle (0408) using the adhesive on the back of the IC tag (0480). Then, the handle cover member (0413) is returned to the upper end (0462) to close the handle, thereby housing the IC tag (0480) in the handle.

[0073] The outer diameter of the upper end (0462) is 17 mm, and the inner diameter of the handle cover member (0413) is 21 mm, ensuring a gap of approximately 2 mm around the entire circumference to accommodate the coin-type IC tag without damaging it.

[0074] <Example 2-3: Housing IC tags on a central rod> As shown in Figure 5(a), a tape-type IC tag measuring approximately 44 mm x 10 mm was attached to the inner surface of the central rod using the adhesive on the back of the IC tag (0580) as a flat IC tag (0580). Then, the central rod cover member (0513) is returned to the lower end (0502) to close the opening, thereby housing the IC tag (0580) in the central rod.

[0075] The outer diameter of the lower end (0502) is 10 mm, and the inner diameter of the central rod cover member (0513) is 14 mm, ensuring a gap of approximately 2 mm around the entire circumference to accommodate the tape-type IC tag without damaging it.

[0076] <Embodiment 3: Corresponding to Claim 3> <Overview of Embodiment 3> The IC tag housing umbrella of Embodiment 3 differs from that of Embodiment 1 in that the IC tag is attached to the inner surface with an adhesive, and the adhesive is such that it can be peeled off from the inner surface without leaving any residue on the IC tag. The thickness of the substrate is not particularly limited. However, from the viewpoint of application to curved surfaces, the thickness of the substrate is preferably 100 μm or less. More preferably, the thickness of the substrate is 25 μm or less, and even more preferably 10 μm or less. Acrylic adhesives, rubber adhesives, silicone adhesives, etc., can be used as adhesives. Of these, acrylic adhesives and silicone adhesives are suitable for use as adhesives because they have excellent heat resistance, cold resistance, weather resistance, and chemical resistance. The thickness of the adhesive depends on the composition and properties of the adhesive, but it is preferably greater than or equal to the thickness of the substrate and less than or equal to 200 μm. IC tags may be used in which a release agent is attached to the adhesive before it is attached, and the release agent is peeled off.

[0077] A tape-type IC tag measuring approximately 44mm x 10mm was attached to the lower end of the central rod as a flat IC tag.

[0078] <Embodiment 4: Corresponding to Claim 4> <Embodiment 4 Overview> The difference between the IC tag housing umbrella of Embodiment 4 and Embodiment 2 is that the IC tag is attached to the inner surface with an adhesive, and the adhesive is such that it can be peeled off from the inner surface without leaving any residue on the IC tag. The configuration of the tape-type IC tag can be the same as in Embodiment 3, so a further explanation will be omitted.

[0079] A tape-type IC tag measuring approximately 44mm x 10mm was attached to the lower end of the central rod as a flat IC tag. <Embodiment 5: Corresponding to Claim 5> <Embodiment 5 Overview> The IC tag-storing umbrella of Embodiment 5 differs from Embodiments 1 to 4 in that the central shaft, upper ferrule, tip, lower ferrule, main ribs, secondary ribs, and handle are all made of plastic.

[0080] <Embodiment 6: Corresponding to Claim 6> <Embodiment 6 Overview> The IC tag-containing umbrella of Embodiment 6 differs from that of Embodiment 5 in that the plastic is one of ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, or silicone.

[0081] <Embodiment 7: Corresponding to Claim 7> <Embodiment 7 Overview> The IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 7 differs from those of Embodiments 1 to 4 in that the umbrella fabric is made of one or more of the following materials: polyvinyl chloride, POE (polyolefin elastomer or polyoxyethylene), APO (amorphous polyolefin), ethylene vinyl acetate, and polyester.

[0082] Although the IC tag-accommodating umbrellas described in Embodiments 1 to 7 above do not describe a structure for stably fixing the position of the lower runner when the umbrella is opened and closed, this does not prevent the structural addition of upper and lower latches in positions that do not interfere with the IC tag accommodation as described in Embodiments 1-1 to 1-3. For example, referring to Figure 12, paragraph

[0013] of Patent Document 1 states, "A metal upper flick 12 and a lower flick 13 are provided in the middle of the central shaft 2 so as to be able to extend and retract from the outer surface of the central shaft 2. The upper flick 12 locks the lower ferrule 6 when the umbrella is open. The lower flick 13 locks the lower ferrule 6 when the umbrella is closed." It goes without saying that such well-known techniques can be applied as needed. Hereinafter, the lower runner position fixing structure suitable for an IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to the present invention will be described in detail in Embodiments 8 to 11.

[0083] <Embodiment 8: Corresponding to Claim 8> <Overview of Embodiment 8> Figure 8 illustrates the structure that maintains the umbrella's open state using the upper ferrule. The IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to Embodiment 8 has a structure in which the umbrella remains open due to the left and right forces exerted by the ribs. The upper ferrule sets the upper limit position of the lower ferrule so that the force exerted by the ribs on the lower ferrule in the direction of the central shaft is in the direction of the upper ferrule when the umbrella is open.

[0084] <Embodiment 8: Position and Structure> When the lower ferrule is moved upward along the central shaft until it touches the upper ferrule, the lower ferrule will stop at the point where it touches the upper ferrule. The position of the upper ferrule varies depending on the length of the central shaft, the size of the umbrella fabric, and the length of the main ribs and secondary ribs.

[0085] <Embodiment 8: Force received by the lower lathe from the bone support> As shown in Figure 8(a), the thin horizontal arrows (0801, 0802, 0803, 0804) indicate the forces (vectors) that the ribs exert on the main ribs via the dowels and the forces (vectors) exerted on the rib locking grooves of the lower ferrule (0822, 0322 Figure 3). Focusing on the forces (vectors) received by the lower ferrule, we see the result in Figure 11(b). In other words, when we decompose and observe the forces (vectors) applied to the rib locking grooves of the lower ferrule (0822, 0322 Figure 3), the opposing forces (vectors) (0805B, 0806B) cancel each other out, leaving a force (vector) (0805A, 0806A) that biases the lower ferrule upward. In other words, the force received from the bracing ribs biases the lower ferrule towards the upper ferrule, and the umbrella naturally maintains its open position. <Embodiment 8 Other> A "hajiki" is a protrusion extending from the central shaft of a typical umbrella, and there are usually two of them, one above the other. The one on the upper side when the umbrella is open is called the upper hajiki, and it serves to prevent the umbrella from falling out when it is opened. The upper spring mechanism is located above the central shaft and below the upper ferrule, and its role is to support the ribs. Because it functions using a spring mechanism when opening or closing the umbrella, it is not uncommon for fingers to be injured by the upper spring mechanism, and it is one of the causes of umbrella accidents. Since the IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to Embodiment 8 does not have an upper retractor, there is no need to worry about that.

[0086] <Embodiment 9: Corresponding to Claim 9> <Overview of Embodiment 9> Figure 9 illustrates the structure that uses a central shaft to maintain the umbrella in a closed state. A "hajiki" is a protrusion extending from the central shaft of a typical umbrella, and there are usually two of them, one above and one below. The lower hajiki prevents the umbrella from opening accidentally when it is closed. The lower hajiki is used to fix the umbrella in the closed position, and it also uses a spring. In the IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to Embodiment 9, the lower runner is fixed by straddling a lower runner locking projection, which is a protruding part provided at a central shaft position spaced apart from the handle. This eliminates the need for the lower flick. <Embodiment 9: Position and Structure> As shown in Figure 9(a), the IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to Embodiment 9 includes a lower ferrule locking projection (0909) provided on the central shaft (0901) for fixing the lower ferrule to the central shaft when the umbrella is closed, and a gripping part (0917) for gripping the lower ferrule locking projection when the umbrella is closed by the lower ferrule. For the sake of explanation, the ribs, rib removal prevention part, lower ferrule cover, etc. are not shown. On the handle side of the cylindrical protrusion (0914) of the lower ferrule body (0912), for example, by cutting plastic at equal intervals, it is possible to form a spring-loaded gripping part (0917) that presses against the handle after passing over the lower ferrule locking projection (0909) when closing the umbrella. This allows the gripping part (0917) to grip the lower ferrule locking projection (0909), preventing the umbrella from opening. As another example, the gripping part could be made by cutting a notch in the lower part of the gripping part so that it becomes a claw. Also, the gripping part does not have to be cylindrical; a structure that has a claw-like structure installed on the lower lathe, or a structure in which a non-cylindrical gripping part with a claw structure is fixed to the lower lathe are also conceivable.

[0087] <Embodiment 9: Regarding the materials> The lower turn locking projection can be made of plastic, although this is not a limitation. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used to make the lower turn locking projection include ABS, POM, FRP, and EVA, but it is preferable to use recyclable plastic. It may be made of the same material as the central rod or a different material. The gripping portion can be made of plastic, although this is not limited to it. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used to make up the gripping portion include ABS, POM, FRP, and EVA, but it is more desirable to use recyclable plastics.

[0088] <Embodiment 9 Other> The lower turn locking projection (0909) is located slightly above the so-called handle portion of the central rod. The lower turn locking projection has an annular structure. The central rod is passed through the ring of the lower turn locking projection and fixed in an appropriate position. In addition, the structure is not limited as long as it is provided to protrude from the central rod, such as by fixing several projections to appropriate positions on the central rod, or by making an appropriate position on the central rod wider in diameter.

[0089] <Embodiment 10: Corresponding to Claim 10> <Overview of Embodiment 10> Figure 10 illustrates the structure that uses a handle to keep the umbrella closed. The IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 10 differs from that of Embodiment 9 in that the lower runner locking projection, which is a protruding part, is provided on the handle. As shown in Figure 10(a), a lower wheel locking projection (1009) is provided at the lower wheel end of the handle (1008). The lower end of the lower wheel (1004) is pushed in, which causes it to straddle the lower wheel locking projection (1009) located on the upper part of the handle (1008), thereby securing it in place.

[0090] <Embodiment 10: Position and Structure> The lower ferrule locking projection (1009) is made of a ring-shaped member, and by providing a structure in which the ring-shaped protrusion loosely engages with the inner surface of the circular tube through which the central rod of the lower ferrule is inserted, the lower ferrule can be kept in a semi-fixed state when the umbrella is closed.

[0091] The structure of the lower potter's wheel (1004) can be the same as that of Embodiment 9, so a further explanation will be omitted.

[0092] In the IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 10, a lower runner locking projection (1009) is provided on the tip side of the handle, and the handle-side tip of the lower runner straddles this locking projection, preventing the lower runner from moving backward. As a result, the umbrella will not open even without a lower latch.

[0093] <Embodiment 10: Regarding the materials> The lower turn locking projection can be made of plastic, although this is not a limitation. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used to make the lower turn locking projection include ABS, POM, FRP, and EVA, but it is preferable to use recyclable plastic. It may be made of the same material as the central rod or a different material. The gripping portion can be made of plastic, although this is not limited to it. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used to make up the gripping portion include ABS, POM, FRP, and EVA, but it is more desirable to use recyclable plastics.

[0094] <Embodiment 10 Other> In the IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to Embodiment 4 described above, as shown in Figure 10(b), the handle body (1012) can be extended along the central rod (1001) until its tip penetrates the handle cover member (1013) and is exposed, and a lower ferrule locking projection (1009) can be provided at the extended end of the handle body (1012).

[0095] <Embodiment 11: Corresponding to Claim 11> <Embodiment 11 Overview> The non-detachable support part is sometimes referred to as a "joint" or "dowel." As shown in Figure 1, there is a dowel (0110) in the middle of the main rib (0105). The support rib is supported at one end (0112) by the lower lathe and at the other end (0113) by the dowel (0110) fixed to the main rib. Figure 11 illustrates the structure that uses a peg to maintain the umbrella in a closed state. Figure 11(a) shows details of the main parts enclosed by dashed circles in Figure 11(b). As shown in Figure 11(a), for example, the dowel (1110) is welded to the main rib (1105). The main rib (1105) is connected to the support rib (1106) via the dowel (1110). The main rib and the dowel may also be fixed by sandwiching the main rib with different members or by bonding them together.

[0096] <Embodiment 11: Position and Structure> One end of the rib support (1106) on the side facing the main rib (1105) has a projection (1102), which is supported by fitting into a fitting portion of the support portion (not indicated) of the dowel (1110). The rib support (1106) also has a projection (1104) that is different from the projection (1102), which fits into a hole (1103) made in the dowel (1110) when the umbrella is closed, fixing the rib support and keeping the umbrella closed. As a result, the umbrella will not open even without a bottom latch.

[0097] <Embodiment 11: Regarding the materials> Dowels can be made of plastic, although this is not a limitation. Specific examples of plastic materials that can be used to make dowels include ABS, POM, FRP, and EVA, but it is preferable to use recyclable plastics. They can be made of the same material as the main ribs or a different material.

[0098] <Embodiment 12: Corresponding to Claim 12> <Embodiment 12 Overview> The IC tag-accommodating umbrella of Embodiment 12 differs from Embodiments 8 to 11 in that the central shaft, upper ferrule, tip, lower ferrule, main ribs, secondary ribs, and handle are all made of plastic.

[0099] <Embodiment 13: Corresponding to Claim 13> <Embodiment 13 Overview> The IC tag-containing umbrella of Embodiment 13 differs from that of Embodiment 12 in that the plastic is one of ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, or silicone. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0100] Center pole: 0101, 0401, 0501 Upper potter's wheel: 0102, 0202 Sekitsu:0103, 0203 Lower potter's wheel: 0104, 0304, 0904, 1004 Main bone: 0105, 0205, 1005, 1105 Bone: 0106, 0306, 1006, 1106 Umbrella fabric: 0107, 0607 Handles: 0108, 0408, 0908, 1008 Lower turn locking projection: 0909, 1009 Non-detachable support parts: 0110, 1110 Dew point: 0111, 0611, 0911 Upper pottery wheel body: 0212 Main bone extraction prevention restraint part: 0213 Top potter's wheel interior: 0214 Through hole: 0215 Main rib locking groove: 0222 Screw receiver: 0224 Locking protrusion:0231 End portion: 0232 Lower potter's wheel body: 0312, 0912 Bone support release prevention part: 0313 Cylindrical protrusion, inner surface of lower potter's wheel: 0314, 0914 Through hole: 0315 Lower turntable cover component: 0316 Bone-receiving locking grooves: 0322, 0822, 0922 Screw receiver: 0324, 0924 Locking protrusion:0334 End portion: 0335 IC tags: 0380, 0480, 0580, 0700 Handle body: 0412, 1012 Handle cover components: 0413, 1013 Opening: 0422 Through hole: 0423 Retaining pin: 0432 Top surface: 0433 Lower end surface: 0443 Screw receiver: 0452 Screw groove: 0453 Upper end: 0462 Lower end, inner surface: 0502 Center rod cover component: 0513 Hole:0601 Belt: 0603 Release paper: 0701, 0705 Adhesive layer: 0702, 0704 Inlet: 0703 IC chip: 0713 Antenna circuit: 0723 Base material: 0733 Forces applied (vectors): 0801, 0802, 0803, 0804 Biasing force (vector): 0805A, 0806A Facing Force (Vector): 0805B, 0806B Grip part:0917 Protruding section: 1102 Hole: 1103 Protrusion: 1104

Claims

1. It comprises a central shaft, an upper ferrule, a tip, a lower ferrule, ribs with locking projections that engage with grooves at the side ends of the upper ferrule, receptacle ribs with locking projections that engage with grooves at the side ends of the lower ferrule, umbrella fabric, and a handle. An IC tag-accommodating umbrella in which at least one of the central shaft, handle, and lower ferrule has an IC tag housed on an inner surface that can be exposed by detaching a part of its outer surface from its axis side.

2. The IC tag housing umbrella according to claim 1, wherein the inner surface and the outer surface are configured to have a gap that allows a flat IC tag to be housed without damaging it when the outer surface is closed by returning it to the axis side.

3. The IC tag is attached to the inner surface with adhesive. The IC tag housing umbrella according to claim 1, wherein the adhesive is an adhesive that allows the IC tag to be peeled off without leaving any residue on the inner surface.

4. The IC tag is attached to the inner surface with adhesive. The IC tag housing umbrella according to claim 2, wherein the adhesive is an adhesive that allows the IC tag to be peeled off without leaving any residue on the inner surface.

5. An IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the central shaft, upper ferrule, tip, lower ferrule, main ribs, secondary ribs, and handle are all made of plastic.

6. The IC tag housing umbrella according to claim 5, wherein the plastic is one of ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, or silicone.

7. The umbrella fabric is made of one or more of polyethylene, PVC, EVA, polyester, and nylon, an IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to any one of claims 1 to 4.

8. The IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to claim 1, having an upper limit position determining part that determines the upper limit position of the lower ferrule such that the force applied to the lower ferrule by the ribs in the axial direction of the central shaft when the umbrella is open is in the direction of the upper ferrule.

9. A protruding part provided on the central shaft for fixing the lower ferrule to the central shaft when the umbrella is closed, A gripping part that holds the protruding part when the umbrella is closed at the lower ferrule, The IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to claim 1, further comprising the features of claim 1.

10. A protruding part provided on the handle for fixing the lower ferrule to the handle when the umbrella is closed, A gripping part that holds the protruding part when the umbrella is closed at the lower ferrule, The IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to claim 1, further comprising the features of claim 1.

11. A protruding part provided on the rib for fixing the rib to the non-detachable support part when the umbrella is closed, A gripping portion that holds the protruding portion with the umbrella closed at the non-detachable support portion, The IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to claim 1, further comprising the features of claim 1.

12. An IC tag-accommodating umbrella according to any one of claims 8 to 11, wherein the central shaft, upper ferrule, tip, lower ferrule, main ribs, secondary ribs, and handle are all made of plastic.

13. The IC tag housing umbrella according to claim 12, wherein the plastic is one of ABS, PP, POM, EVA, FRP, nylon, or silicone.

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