Tarpaulin Side Cover

Abstract

A tarpaulin side cover assembly includes a first panel and a second panel. The first panel having a central opening extending along a central portion of the first panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly having a plurality of support bars positioned between an inner surface and an outer surface of the first panel and the second panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly having a cover panel having a rear edge coupled to the upper ridge line.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a tarpaulin system and, more particularly, to a tarpaulin system with a side entry cover.BACKGROUND

[0002] In general, tarpaulins provide shelter and safety to the user for various weather scenarios. Usually, more than one person inhabits the tarpaulin at a time which can cause crowdedness when both walking around or sleeping in the tarpaulin. Therefore, there is a need for a system to provide additional space and covering to reduce crowdedness while in or around the tarpaulin. As the foregoing illustrates, the invention provides the tarpaulin side cover assembly.SUMMARY

[0003] As provided, the tarpaulin side cover assembly is a first panel and a second panel coupled at an upper ridge line. The first panel having a central opening extending along a central portion of the first panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly further includes a plurality of support bars positioned between an inner surface and an outer surface of the first panel and the second panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly further includes a pair of side panels positioned at each end of the first panel and the second panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly further includes a cover panel having a rear edge coupled to the upper ridge line.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0004] In the following, the present invention is described in more detail with references to the drawings in which:

[0005] FIG. 1 is a front, top, left perspective view of the tarpaulin side cover assembly;

[0006] FIG. 2 is a left side view of FIG. 1;

[0007] FIG. 3 is an alternate view of the tarpaulin side cover assembly of FIG. 2;

[0008] FIG. 4 is a rear, top, right perspective view of the tarpaulin side cover assembly;

[0009] FIG. 5 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 4;

[0010] FIG. 6 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 5;

[0011] FIG. 7 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 6;

[0012] FIG. 8 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 7;

[0013] FIG. 9 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 8; and

[0014] FIG. 10 is an alternate front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 9.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0015] The present disclosure includes a tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 according to the invention. In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 includes a tarpaulin assembly 2 and a cover assembly 4.

[0016] In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin assembly 2 includes the following major components: a first panel 10, a second panel 20, a structural assembly 30, a zipper assembly 40, a pair of side panels 50, a button assembly 60, and a tie down assembly 70.

[0017] As illustrated, the first panel 10 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes a first lower edge 14.

[0018] As illustrated, the second panel 20 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 20 further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 20 further includes a second lower edge 24.

[0019] Additionally, either the first panel 10 or the second panel 20 will further include a central opening 12 positioned on the central portion of the first panel 10 or the second panel 20. In the current embodiment, the central opening 12 is positioned on the first panel 10. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. Specifically, the central opening 12 extends from the first lower edge 14 towards the upper ridge line 200.

[0020] As illustrated in FIGS. 1-2, the structural assembly 30 includes a plurality of support bars 32. Each of the support bars 32 of the plurality of support bars 32 are positioned between the outer surface and inner surface of both the first panel 10 and second panel 20. The plurality of support bars 32 are curvature members. A pair of support bars 32 from the plurality of support bars 32 extend beyond the first panel and protrude out of the first lower edge 14.

[0021] As illustrated, the zipper assembly 40 is positioned on either the first panel 10 or the second panel 20. In the current embodiment, the zipper assembly 40 is positioned on the first panel 10 along the central opening 12, however one skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0022] The zipper assembly 40 is a common slider, puller and tape zipper assembly. One skilled in the art would understand the inner workings of a zipper.

[0023] As illustrated, the pair of side panels 50 are positioned at each end of the first panel 10 and the second panel 20. Specifically, the first panel 10 and second panel 20 are positioned between each of the side panels 50. Each side panel 50 is a piece of fabric. Each side panel 50 further includes a central opening 52 positioned in a central region of the side panel 50. Each side panel 50 further includes a third lower edge 54. The central opening 52 extends upwards from the third lower edge 54.

[0024] As illustrated, the button assembly 60 is provided and positioned along the central opening 52 of each of the side panels 50. The button assembly 60 is a plurality of interlocking discs spaced and positioned along a length of the central opening 52.

[0025] In the exemplary embodiment, a tie down assembly 70 includes a plurality of tie materials and hardware to suspend the first panel 10 and the second panel 20 from supports. The tie down assembly 70 generally includes the following major components: a grommet 72, a metal ring 74, and a suspension rope 76. The grommet 72 is a standard grommet. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand grommets can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The metal ring 74 is a standard metal ring. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand metal rings can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The suspension rope 76 is a standard rope. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the suspension rope can be made of different lengths and materials and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0026] As illustrated in FIG. 3, an alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ is shown.

[0027] In the exemplary embodiment, the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ includes the following major components: a first panel 80, a second panel 90, a zipper assembly 100, a pair of side panels 110, a button assembly 120, and a tie down assembly 130.

[0028] As illustrated, the first panel 80 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 80 further includes an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 80 further includes a first lower edge 84.

[0029] As illustrated, the second panel 90 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 90 further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 90 further includes a second lower edge 94.

[0030] Additionally, either the first panel 80 or the second panel 90 will further include a central opening 82 positioned on a central portion of the first panel 80 or the second panel 90. In the current embodiment, the central opening 82 is positioned on the first panel 80. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. Specifically, the central opening 82 extends from the first lower edge 84 towards the upper ridge line 200.

[0031] As illustrated, the zipper assembly 100 is positioned on either the first panel 80 or the second panel 90. In the current embodiment, the zipper assembly 100 is positioned on the first panel 80 along the central opening 82, however one skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0032] The zipper assembly 100 is a common slider, puller and tape zipper assembly. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0033] As illustrated, the pair of side panels 110 are positioned at each end of the first panel 80 and the second panel 90. Specifically, the first panel 80 and the second panel 90 are positioned between each of the side panels 110. Each side panel 110 is a piece of fabric. Each side panel 110 further includes a central opening 112 positioned in the central region of the side panel 110. Each side panel 110 further includes a third lower edge 114. The central opening 112 extends upwards from the third lower edge 114.

[0034] As illustrated, the button assembly 120 is provided and positioned along the central opening 112 of each of the side panels 110. The button assembly 120 is a plurality of interlocking discs spaced and positioned along the length of the central opening 112.

[0035] In the exemplary embodiment, a tie down assembly 130 includes a plurality of tie materials and hardware to suspend the first panel 80 and second panel 90 from supports. The tie down assembly 130 generally includes the following major components: a grommet 132, a metal ring 134, and a suspension rope 136. The grommet 132 is a standard grommet. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand grommets can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The metal ring 134 is a standard metal ring. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand metal rings can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The suspension rope 136 is a standard rope. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the suspension rope can be made of different lengths and materials and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0036] In the exemplary embodiment, the cover assembly 4 includes a cover panel 140, a plurality of couplers 148 and a plurality of stabilizers 160.

[0037] As illustrated, the cover assembly 4 includes a cover panel 140. The cover panel 140 is a rectangular member. The cover panel 140 further includes a first side and a second side opposite the first side. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The cover panel 140 further includes a front edge 142, a rear edge 144, and a pair of side edges 146. The cover panel 140 further extends the length of the first panel 10, 80.

[0038] As illustrated, each coupler 148 is a semicircular member positioned at the front edge 142 of the cover panel 140. Specifically, each coupler 148 is positioned at a corner along the front edge 142. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The coupler 148 further includes a receiving passageway 150.

[0039] As illustrated, each stabilizer 160 is a pole like structure. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0040] The fabric of the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90 of both the tarpaulin assembly 2 and the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ is xenon and is between 20 denier and 30 deniers of polyester or nylon. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. Further, the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90 are coated with at least eighty percent (80%) silicone. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0041] Additionally, the plurality of side panels 50, 110 are composed of xenon and is between 20 denier and 30 deniers of polyester or nylon. Further, the side panels 50, 110 are coated with at least eighty percent (80%) silicone.

[0042] In both the tarpaulin assembly 2 and the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′, the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90 are coupled together at an upper ridge line 200. Additionally, in the tarpaulin assembly 2, each support bar 32 is threaded through and between the outer surface and inner surface of the first panel 10 and the second panel 20 forming a continuing curvature along the length of the first panel 10 and the second panel 20 as illustrated in FIG. 2.

[0043] The zipper assembly 40, 100 is fastened along the central opening 12, 82 of the first panel 10, 80.

[0044] As illustrated in FIG. 1, the rear edge 144 of the cover panel 140 is coupled to the upper ridge line 200. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0045] As illustrated each side panel 50, 110, is coupled to an edge of both the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90. The button assembly 60, 120 is positioned along the central opening 52, 112 of each of the side panels 50, 110.

[0046] The plurality of stabilizer's 160 are positioned within a ground surface at one end thereof. At an opposite end, each stabilizer 160 is threaded through the receiving passageway 150 of the coupler 148.

[0047] When an operator uses the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 as illustrated in FIGS. 5-10, a plurality of configurations may be utilized. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiments. The tarpaulin assembly 2 is shown. However, utilizations of the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ would mirror the tarpaulin assembly 2 unless otherwise specified.

[0048] As illustrated in FIG. 5, the operator may close the zipper assembly 40 and drape the cover panel 140 over the outer surface of the first panel 10. To secure the cover panel 140 to the first panel 10, the operator can thread the pair of support bars 32 through the receiving passageway 150 to prevent movement. Additionally, the operator may choose to open or close each button assembly 60 that is positioned on each of the side panels 50. In the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′, the cover panel 140 is draped over the outer surface of the first panel 80 and permitted to freely move.

[0049] As illustrated in FIG. 6, the operator may choose to extend the cover panel 140 outwards and away from the first panel 10 while threading stabilizers 160 through each of the receiving passageways 150. Additionally, the operator may choose to close the zipper assembly 40 while either opening or closing the button assemblies 60 of each of the side panels 50.

[0050] As illustrated in FIG. 7, the operator may drape the cover panel 140 over the second panel 20 and expose the zipper assembly 40. Additionally, the operator can open the zipper assembly 40 while either opening or closing each button assembly 60 positioned on each of the side panels 50.

[0051] As illustrated in FIG. 8, the operator may choose to extend the cover panel 140 outwards and away from the first panel 10 while threading the stabilizer 160 through each of the receiving passageways 150. The operator may choose to open the zipper assembly 40 while opening or closing the button assemblies 60 on each of the side panels 50.

[0052] As illustrated in FIGS. 9-10, the operator may choose to position a hammock 300 within the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1. A hammock body 302 is positioned within either the tarpaulin assembly 2 or the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′. In the embodiments shown, the hammock body 302 is fully positioned within either the tarpaulin assembly 2 or the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′. A hammock line 304 is positioned at each end of the hammock body 302 and is threaded through each central opening 52, 112 of each of the side panels 50, 110.

[0053] It should be noted that various changes and modifications to the embodiments described herein will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention and without diminishing its intended advantages. For example, various embodiments of the systems and methods may be provided based on various combinations of the features and functions from the subject matter provided herein.

Examples

Embodiment Construction

[0015]The present disclosure includes a tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 according to the invention. In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 includes a tarpaulin assembly 2 and a cover assembly 4.

[0016]In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin assembly 2 includes the following major components: a first panel 10, a second panel 20, a structural assembly 30, a zipper assembly 40, a pair of side panels 50, a button assembly 60, and a tie down assembly 70.

[0017]As illustrated, the first panel 10 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes a first lower edge 14.

[0018]As illustrated, the second panel 20 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One...

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a tarpaulin system and, more particularly, to a tarpaulin system with a side entry cover.BACKGROUND

[0002] In general, tarpaulins provide shelter and safety to the user for various weather scenarios. Usually, more than one person inhabits the tarpaulin at a time which can cause crowdedness when both walking around or sleeping in the tarpaulin. Therefore, there is a need for a system to provide additional space and covering to reduce crowdedness while in or around the tarpaulin. As the foregoing illustrates, the invention provides the tarpaulin side cover assembly.SUMMARY

[0003] As provided, the tarpaulin side cover assembly is a first panel and a second panel coupled at an upper ridge line. The first panel having a central opening extending along a central portion of the first panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly further includes a plurality of support bars positioned between an inner surface and an outer surface of the first panel and the second panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly further includes a pair of side panels positioned at each end of the first panel and the second panel. The tarpaulin side cover assembly further includes a cover panel having a rear edge coupled to the upper ridge line.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0004] In the following, the present invention is described in more detail with references to the drawings in which:

[0005] FIG. 1 is a front, top, left perspective view of the tarpaulin side cover assembly;

[0006] FIG. 2 is a left side view of FIG. 1;

[0007] FIG. 3 is an alternate view of the tarpaulin side cover assembly of FIG. 2;

[0008] FIG. 4 is a rear, top, right perspective view of the tarpaulin side cover assembly;

[0009] FIG. 5 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 4;

[0010] FIG. 6 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 5;

[0011] FIG. 7 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 6;

[0012] FIG. 8 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 7;

[0013] FIG. 9 is a front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 8; and

[0014] FIG. 10 is an alternate front, top, left perspective view of FIG. 9.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0015] The present disclosure includes a tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 according to the invention. In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 includes a tarpaulin assembly 2 and a cover assembly 4.

[0016] In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin assembly 2 includes the following major components: a first panel 10, a second panel 20, a structural assembly 30, a zipper assembly 40, a pair of side panels 50, a button assembly 60, and a tie down assembly 70.

[0017] As illustrated, the first panel 10 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes a first lower edge 14.

[0018] As illustrated, the second panel 20 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 20 further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 20 further includes a second lower edge 24.

[0019] Additionally, either the first panel 10 or the second panel 20 will further include a central opening 12 positioned on the central portion of the first panel 10 or the second panel 20. In the current embodiment, the central opening 12 is positioned on the first panel 10. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. Specifically, the central opening 12 extends from the first lower edge 14 towards the upper ridge line 200.

[0020] As illustrated in FIGS. 1-2, the structural assembly 30 includes a plurality of support bars 32. Each of the support bars 32 of the plurality of support bars 32 are positioned between the outer surface and inner surface of both the first panel 10 and second panel 20. The plurality of support bars 32 are curvature members. A pair of support bars 32 from the plurality of support bars 32 extend beyond the first panel and protrude out of the first lower edge 14.

[0021] As illustrated, the zipper assembly 40 is positioned on either the first panel 10 or the second panel 20. In the current embodiment, the zipper assembly 40 is positioned on the first panel 10 along the central opening 12, however one skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0022] The zipper assembly 40 is a common slider, puller and tape zipper assembly. One skilled in the art would understand the inner workings of a zipper.

[0023] As illustrated, the pair of side panels 50 are positioned at each end of the first panel 10 and the second panel 20. Specifically, the first panel 10 and second panel 20 are positioned between each of the side panels 50. Each side panel 50 is a piece of fabric. Each side panel 50 further includes a central opening 52 positioned in a central region of the side panel 50. Each side panel 50 further includes a third lower edge 54. The central opening 52 extends upwards from the third lower edge 54.

[0024] As illustrated, the button assembly 60 is provided and positioned along the central opening 52 of each of the side panels 50. The button assembly 60 is a plurality of interlocking discs spaced and positioned along a length of the central opening 52.

[0025] In the exemplary embodiment, a tie down assembly 70 includes a plurality of tie materials and hardware to suspend the first panel 10 and the second panel 20 from supports. The tie down assembly 70 generally includes the following major components: a grommet 72, a metal ring 74, and a suspension rope 76. The grommet 72 is a standard grommet. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand grommets can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The metal ring 74 is a standard metal ring. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand metal rings can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The suspension rope 76 is a standard rope. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the suspension rope can be made of different lengths and materials and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0026] As illustrated in FIG. 3, an alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ is shown.

[0027] In the exemplary embodiment, the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ includes the following major components: a first panel 80, a second panel 90, a zipper assembly 100, a pair of side panels 110, a button assembly 120, and a tie down assembly 130.

[0028] As illustrated, the first panel 80 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 80 further includes an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 80 further includes a first lower edge 84.

[0029] As illustrated, the second panel 90 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 90 further includes an inner surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The second panel 90 further includes a second lower edge 94.

[0030] Additionally, either the first panel 80 or the second panel 90 will further include a central opening 82 positioned on a central portion of the first panel 80 or the second panel 90. In the current embodiment, the central opening 82 is positioned on the first panel 80. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. Specifically, the central opening 82 extends from the first lower edge 84 towards the upper ridge line 200.

[0031] As illustrated, the zipper assembly 100 is positioned on either the first panel 80 or the second panel 90. In the current embodiment, the zipper assembly 100 is positioned on the first panel 80 along the central opening 82, however one skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0032] The zipper assembly 100 is a common slider, puller and tape zipper assembly. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0033] As illustrated, the pair of side panels 110 are positioned at each end of the first panel 80 and the second panel 90. Specifically, the first panel 80 and the second panel 90 are positioned between each of the side panels 110. Each side panel 110 is a piece of fabric. Each side panel 110 further includes a central opening 112 positioned in the central region of the side panel 110. Each side panel 110 further includes a third lower edge 114. The central opening 112 extends upwards from the third lower edge 114.

[0034] As illustrated, the button assembly 120 is provided and positioned along the central opening 112 of each of the side panels 110. The button assembly 120 is a plurality of interlocking discs spaced and positioned along the length of the central opening 112.

[0035] In the exemplary embodiment, a tie down assembly 130 includes a plurality of tie materials and hardware to suspend the first panel 80 and second panel 90 from supports. The tie down assembly 130 generally includes the following major components: a grommet 132, a metal ring 134, and a suspension rope 136. The grommet 132 is a standard grommet. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand grommets can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The metal ring 134 is a standard metal ring. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand metal rings can be different shapes and sizes and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The suspension rope 136 is a standard rope. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the suspension rope can be made of different lengths and materials and applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0036] In the exemplary embodiment, the cover assembly 4 includes a cover panel 140, a plurality of couplers 148 and a plurality of stabilizers 160.

[0037] As illustrated, the cover assembly 4 includes a cover panel 140. The cover panel 140 is a rectangular member. The cover panel 140 further includes a first side and a second side opposite the first side. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The cover panel 140 further includes a front edge 142, a rear edge 144, and a pair of side edges 146. The cover panel 140 further extends the length of the first panel 10, 80.

[0038] As illustrated, each coupler 148 is a semicircular member positioned at the front edge 142 of the cover panel 140. Specifically, each coupler 148 is positioned at a corner along the front edge 142. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The coupler 148 further includes a receiving passageway 150.

[0039] As illustrated, each stabilizer 160 is a pole like structure. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0040] The fabric of the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90 of both the tarpaulin assembly 2 and the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ is xenon and is between 20 denier and 30 deniers of polyester or nylon. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. Further, the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90 are coated with at least eighty percent (80%) silicone. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0041] Additionally, the plurality of side panels 50, 110 are composed of xenon and is between 20 denier and 30 deniers of polyester or nylon. Further, the side panels 50, 110 are coated with at least eighty percent (80%) silicone.

[0042] In both the tarpaulin assembly 2 and the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′, the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90 are coupled together at an upper ridge line 200. Additionally, in the tarpaulin assembly 2, each support bar 32 is threaded through and between the outer surface and inner surface of the first panel 10 and the second panel 20 forming a continuing curvature along the length of the first panel 10 and the second panel 20 as illustrated in FIG. 2.

[0043] The zipper assembly 40, 100 is fastened along the central opening 12, 82 of the first panel 10, 80.

[0044] As illustrated in FIG. 1, the rear edge 144 of the cover panel 140 is coupled to the upper ridge line 200. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment.

[0045] As illustrated each side panel 50, 110, is coupled to an edge of both the first panel 10, 80 and the second panel 20, 90. The button assembly 60, 120 is positioned along the central opening 52, 112 of each of the side panels 50, 110.

[0046] The plurality of stabilizer's 160 are positioned within a ground surface at one end thereof. At an opposite end, each stabilizer 160 is threaded through the receiving passageway 150 of the coupler 148.

[0047] When an operator uses the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 as illustrated in FIGS. 5-10, a plurality of configurations may be utilized. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiments. The tarpaulin assembly 2 is shown. However, utilizations of the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′ would mirror the tarpaulin assembly 2 unless otherwise specified.

[0048] As illustrated in FIG. 5, the operator may close the zipper assembly 40 and drape the cover panel 140 over the outer surface of the first panel 10. To secure the cover panel 140 to the first panel 10, the operator can thread the pair of support bars 32 through the receiving passageway 150 to prevent movement. Additionally, the operator may choose to open or close each button assembly 60 that is positioned on each of the side panels 50. In the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′, the cover panel 140 is draped over the outer surface of the first panel 80 and permitted to freely move.

[0049] As illustrated in FIG. 6, the operator may choose to extend the cover panel 140 outwards and away from the first panel 10 while threading stabilizers 160 through each of the receiving passageways 150. Additionally, the operator may choose to close the zipper assembly 40 while either opening or closing the button assemblies 60 of each of the side panels 50.

[0050] As illustrated in FIG. 7, the operator may drape the cover panel 140 over the second panel 20 and expose the zipper assembly 40. Additionally, the operator can open the zipper assembly 40 while either opening or closing each button assembly 60 positioned on each of the side panels 50.

[0051] As illustrated in FIG. 8, the operator may choose to extend the cover panel 140 outwards and away from the first panel 10 while threading the stabilizer 160 through each of the receiving passageways 150. The operator may choose to open the zipper assembly 40 while opening or closing the button assemblies 60 on each of the side panels 50.

[0052] As illustrated in FIGS. 9-10, the operator may choose to position a hammock 300 within the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1. A hammock body 302 is positioned within either the tarpaulin assembly 2 or the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′. In the embodiments shown, the hammock body 302 is fully positioned within either the tarpaulin assembly 2 or the alternate tarpaulin assembly 2′. A hammock line 304 is positioned at each end of the hammock body 302 and is threaded through each central opening 52, 112 of each of the side panels 50, 110.

[0053] It should be noted that various changes and modifications to the embodiments described herein will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention and without diminishing its intended advantages. For example, various embodiments of the systems and methods may be provided based on various combinations of the features and functions from the subject matter provided herein.

Examples

Embodiment Construction

[0015]The present disclosure includes a tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 according to the invention. In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin side cover assembly 1 includes a tarpaulin assembly 2 and a cover assembly 4.

[0016]In the exemplary embodiment, the tarpaulin assembly 2 includes the following major components: a first panel 10, a second panel 20, a structural assembly 30, a zipper assembly 40, a pair of side panels 50, a button assembly 60, and a tie down assembly 70.

[0017]As illustrated, the first panel 10 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One skilled in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface. One of ordinary skill in the art would understand the applicant's design is not the exclusive embodiment. The first panel 10 further includes a first lower edge 14.

[0018]As illustrated, the second panel 20 is a rectangular piece of fabric. One...

Claims

1. A tarpaulin side cover assembly comprising:a first panel and a second panel coupled at an upper ridge line; the first panel having a central opening extending along a central portion of the first panel; a plurality of support bars positioned between an inner surface and an outer surface of the first panel and the second panel;a pair of side panels positioned at each end of the first panel and the second panel; anda cover panel having a rear edge coupled to the upper ridge line.

2. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 1, further comprises a zipper assembly positioned on the first panel along the central opening.

3. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 2, wherein each side panel of the pair of side panels includes a central opening extending along a central portion of the side panel.

4. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 3, further comprises a button assembly positioned along the central opening of each side panel of the pair of side panels.

5. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 4, wherein the cover panel extends a length of the first panel.

6. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 5, wherein the cover panel further includes a coupler positioned along a front edge of the cover panel.

7. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 6, wherein the coupler includes a receiving passageway.

8. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 7, wherein the cover panel further includes a plurality of stabilizers.

9. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 8, wherein each stabilizer is connected to the coupler and extends the cover panel away from the first panel.

10. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 9, wherein a pair of support bars of the plurality of support bars are threaded through the receiving passageway while the cover panel remains parallel to the first panel.

11. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 10, wherein a curvature forms along the length of the first panel and a length of the second panel.

12. A tarpaulin side cover assembly comprising:a first panel and a second panel coupled at an upper ridge line; the first panel having a central opening extending along a central portion of the first panel; a zipper assembly positioned along the central opening of the first panel;a pair of side panels coupled to an edge of the first panel and an edge of the second panel, each side panel of the pair of side panels includes a central opening extending along a central portion of the side panel; anda cover panel having a rear edge coupled to the upper ridge line and covering the zipper assembly, the cover panel extending away from the first panel.

13. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 12, further comprises a button assembly positioned along the central opening of each side panel of the pair of side panels.

14. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 13, wherein the cover panel further includes a coupler positioned along a front edge of the cover panel.

15. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 14, wherein the cover panel further includes a plurality of stabilizers.

16. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 15, wherein each stabilizer is connected to the coupler.

17. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 16, wherein the first panel and second panel are composed of xenon and is between 20 denier and 30 deniers of polyester or nylon.

18. The tarpaulin side cover assembly of claim 17, wherein the first panel and second panel are coated with at least eighty percent (80%) silicone.

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