CA2592216C - Support frame for tarpaulin used for sheltering boats and other objects - Google Patents
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Abstract
A Support frame for tarpaulin for use over boats in storage uses easy to assemble tube elements that are easily attached together without the use of tools in order to create a structure that allows for the laying of a tarpaulin.
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Support frame for tarpaulin used f,or shelte npboats and other objects BACKGROt)ND QF THE_M(EN'1'ION.:
Field of the inventipn :
The invention relates generally to frames for covers and tarpaulins but more particularly to a support frame structure used to support a tarpaulin to shelter boats and other objects.
Background of the invention :
Over the years, many types of covers have been devised for protecdng boats from the elements. These covers come in two categories : Overnight covers and seasonal covers_ Seasonal covers are for long term protection for off season storage of boats as is generally the prackice in colder dimates.
For short term overnight cover, some ingenious inventors have adapted the frame and cover so that they serve the double duty of acting as a protection for the boat as well as a tent for ovemight camping.
Field of the inventipn :
The invention relates generally to frames for covers and tarpaulins but more particularly to a support frame structure used to support a tarpaulin to shelter boats and other objects.
Background of the invention :
Over the years, many types of covers have been devised for protecdng boats from the elements. These covers come in two categories : Overnight covers and seasonal covers_ Seasonal covers are for long term protection for off season storage of boats as is generally the prackice in colder dimates.
For short term overnight cover, some ingenious inventors have adapted the frame and cover so that they serve the double duty of acting as a protection for the boat as well as a tent for ovemight camping.
2 As one can imagine, the stnacture can take out various guises, the most popular being that of bow like frame elements disposed at intervals along the length of the boat and getting their convex bow from the inseraon tension they get firom being fitted across the width of the boat A covering tarp can then be applied over the frame.
Other devices use posts or combination posts and bows.
In areas where the amount of snow is quite high, bow like frame structures do not have enough of a slope to prevent snow accumulation, the structure is thus liable to collapse. There is therefore a need for a simple to erect, stable, strong structural frame for a tarpaulin which has a steep enough slope to prevent high snow aocumulation_ Besides using odd pieces of lumber and an assortment of tarpaulins nailed or stapled to the lumber in a rather precarious assembly, there is no type of commercialy available system that allows for repeated assembly and disassembly year after year using the same components.
SUIUfMARIfED-F THE INVENTION
It is a main object of this invention to provide for a simple to use system for offering a seasonal protection for a boat.
In order to do so, the invention uses easy to assemble tube elements that are easily attached together without the use of tools in order to create a structure that allows for the laying and tying down of a tarpaulin.
Other devices use posts or combination posts and bows.
In areas where the amount of snow is quite high, bow like frame structures do not have enough of a slope to prevent snow accumulation, the structure is thus liable to collapse. There is therefore a need for a simple to erect, stable, strong structural frame for a tarpaulin which has a steep enough slope to prevent high snow aocumulation_ Besides using odd pieces of lumber and an assortment of tarpaulins nailed or stapled to the lumber in a rather precarious assembly, there is no type of commercialy available system that allows for repeated assembly and disassembly year after year using the same components.
SUIUfMARIfED-F THE INVENTION
It is a main object of this invention to provide for a simple to use system for offering a seasonal protection for a boat.
In order to do so, the invention uses easy to assemble tube elements that are easily attached together without the use of tools in order to create a structure that allows for the laying and tying down of a tarpaulin.
3 The support frame for tarpaulin comprises at least one horizontally positioned beam and each of the beam consisting of at least one tube. The tube being defined as either a male tube or a female tube. The male tube, female tube configured and sized to allow for the male tube to slidingly insert into the female tube so as to create a sliding connection between the male/female tubes.
The beam is supported by a plurality of posts which are also made out of slidingly connected tubes. The posts have an upper and a lower end and their lower end is frictionally inserted into a base by way of a base hole. Angled posts are connected to the beam by way of clips. The angled posts rest on the side of the boat.
A hub to allow for a post and a plurality of angled posts to connect thereto and be oriented a variable amount of degree to allow for an easy adjustment for a variety of possible sizes by way of flexible tentacles. The flexible tentacles consisiting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other. Couplings consisting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiiiently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other. The blocks are frictionally inserted into post, angled post and beam and locked in position by way of a locking pin passing through insertion hotes_ The locking pin used for also locking tavo siidingly engaged tubes so that they are locdced to a chosen length.
The hub has a central hole to allow for frictional insertion of a top connector which is frictionally inserted onto the top part of a post.
The beam is supported by a plurality of posts which are also made out of slidingly connected tubes. The posts have an upper and a lower end and their lower end is frictionally inserted into a base by way of a base hole. Angled posts are connected to the beam by way of clips. The angled posts rest on the side of the boat.
A hub to allow for a post and a plurality of angled posts to connect thereto and be oriented a variable amount of degree to allow for an easy adjustment for a variety of possible sizes by way of flexible tentacles. The flexible tentacles consisiting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other. Couplings consisting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiiiently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other. The blocks are frictionally inserted into post, angled post and beam and locked in position by way of a locking pin passing through insertion hotes_ The locking pin used for also locking tavo siidingly engaged tubes so that they are locdced to a chosen length.
The hub has a central hole to allow for frictional insertion of a top connector which is frictionally inserted onto the top part of a post.
4 The dips open clamshefi style so as the be attachable to the beam.
Clips are configured and sized with ends that are insertable Into male or female tubes, once the dips are closed. Hooks are located on the hub, the clip, the top connector and the locking pin and are used for passing stretchable tie downs.
The support frame for tarpaulin has the method of installation consisting in the steps of:
A user pre adjusts components such as the beam by connecting male tubes connected either by way of couplings or by slidingly connecting between male tubes and female tubes so that the overall length of the beam is made adequate for the length of the boat. The length of the beam is locked in by way of the locking pins. The length of the posts is also adjusted by slidingly protracting or retracting the maie/femaie tubes and locking them with iocking pins. The user then places bases at various locations In the boat; inserts ttie posts into the base hole by first inserting a pad into one end of the post; and frictionally inserting the top connector at its opposite end. The top connector goes into the central hole of the hub.
between each post runs the beam which is connected in one of three ways;
to a hub at each end;
a hub at one end and a connector at the opposite end;
a connector at each end.
Posts and angled posts are attached to the beam by way of dips;
once the frame is complete, tie dawns are used to hoid it frrrnly in place by way of he downs attached to the hooks located on the clips, the hub, the top connector and the S
locking pins, on one end and to various hookable parts on the boat at the other end.
The tarp is then placed on top of the frame and securadly at#ached onto the boat by a rope.
The couplings can connect male to male tubes or male/ female tubes.
The post and angled post have their lower ends fitted with pads which are frictionally inserted.
There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more imporkant features of the invention in order that the detailed descxiption thereof that follows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated. There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto.
In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the foflowing description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of desCription and should not be regarded as limiting.
As such, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception, upon which this disclosure is based, may readily be utilized as a basis for the designing of other structures, methods and systems for carrying out the several purposes of the present invention. It is important, tnerefore, that the claims be regarded as including such equivalent constructions insofar as they do not depart frvm the spirit and scope of the present invention.
These together with other objects of the invention, along with the various f+eatures of novelty which characterize the invention, are pointed out with parEicularity in the claims annexed to and forming a part of this disdosure_ For a better understanding of the invention, its operating advantages and the specific objects attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter which contains illustrated preferned embodiments of the invention. There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more important features of the invention in order that the detailed description thereof that foliows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated.
There are additional features of the inventiion that will be desWbed hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto.
BRIEF DESCRIP:LON_OF iliE PRFFBRRED EMBQDiMFNT
Fig. 9 Isometric view of the support frame over a boat.
Fig. 2 Side view of the support frame.
Fig. 3 Isometric view of hub.
Fig. 4 Isometric view of a coupling.
Figs. ba-c Isometric and side views of clip open and dosed, respectively.
Fig. 6 Isometric view of locking pin.
Fig. 7 isometric view of base.
Fig. 8 Isornetric view of tubes_ Fig, 9 Isometric view of base pads.
Fig. 10 Isometric view of top connector.
Dy 7AlLED DESCRIPTfON OE TWE PREFERRED F,IIMQDJMENT
A support frame (10) is set over a boat (12) and consists of at least one horizontally positioned beam (14) but generally more beams (14) which consists of two types of tubes (15, 16) which are siidingly connected together due to the fact that one tube is nan=ower than the other tube so that the larger tube is known as the female tube (15) and the narrower tube which fits inside the female tube is the male tube (15')_ Altematively, a coupling (16) can be used to connmct two male (15')or ti+vo female (15) tubes together end to end in order to construct the beam (14)_ The beam (14) is supported by posts (18) which arE also made out of slidingly connected tubes (15, 15'). The posts (18) have their lower ends inserted into bases (24) by way of a base hole (25). The bases (24) rest on the floor (20) of the boat (12) or any other suitable generally flat piaoe such as the deck or cabin roof (not shown).
In order to provide support for the tarpaulin (not shown), a series of angled posts (19) S
are connected to the beam (14) by way of dips (22). These angled posts (19) rest on the side of the boat (12), either dangling ouside the hull or resting on the edge of the hull. In order not do damage the finish of the hull, the angled posts (19) have their lower ends fitted with pads (38) whicb are ftictionally inserted. The same pads (38) are also used at the lower end of posts (18) that are inserted into the bases (24).
A hub (26) is located on at least one end of the boat (12) to allow for a post (18) and a plurality of angled posts (19) to connect and be oriented a variable amount of degree to allow far an easy adjustment no matter the size of the boat (12).
This is done by way of flexible tentactes (28) which are mechanical equivalents to the couplings (16). The couplings (16), like the fle)dble tentades (28) consist of two blocks (29) joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue (30) which allows for the blocks (29) to be selectively angled relative to each other. In both cases, the blocks are frictionally inserted into posts (18), angled posts (19) and beams and locked in posi6on by way of a locking pin (32) passing through insertion holes (42). This locking pin is also used for locking two slidingly engaged tubes (15, 15) so that they are locked to a chosen length. The locking pin (32) operates by frictional insertion as is known in the art for sirrailar types of devices.
The hub (26) has a central hole (34) which allows for fiictional insertion of a top connector (36) which is frictionaify inserted onto the top part of a post (18).
The clips (22) open clamshell style so as the be attachable to the beams (14).
Once the clips (22) are cEosed, angled posts (19) are frictionally inserted into the clips (22) Hooks (40) are located on various parts such as the hub (26) the clips (22) and the locking pins (32) and are used for passing stretchable tie downs (not shown), commonly referred to as bungee cords and which have the general caracteristic of being resiliently stretchable in length and havng open hooks at both ends_ One such open hook is hooked into the hooks (40) and the other open hook is hooked to a part of the boat (120 such as a railing or handles, cleats, etc.._. These tie downs are what holds the frame structure (10) in plaoe much like ropes will tie down a tent.
Once the frame structure (10) is thus secured, the tarp can be installed and tied down with a rope_ This aspect of the invention is vvefl known in various fields and need not be further discussed here_ The base (24) can be filled-in with sand, concrete or other such material in order to be heavy_ The couplings (16) can connect male to male tubes (15') or male/ female tubes (15', 15) .
In order to install the support frame (10), a user wilf pre adjust certain components such as the beam (14) by connecting male tubes (15' ) connected either by way of coupiings (16) or by slidingly connecting between male tubes (15') and female tubes (15 ) so that the overall length of the beam (14) is made adequate for the length of the boat (12). The length of the beam (14) being locked in by way of the locking pins (32). The length of the posts is also adjusted by slidingly prutracting or retracting the male/female tubes (15' , 15) and locking them with locking pins (32). Although all these parts can be assembled at any time, it is preferable to have them pre-assembled so as to speed up the process of instalaition.
The user then places bases (24) at vanious locations in the boat (12) insert the posts (18) into the base hole (25) by first inserting a pad (38) into one end of the post (18) and fnctionally inserting the top connector (36) at its opposite end. The top connector (36) goes into the central hole (34) of the hub (26). between each post (18) runs the beam (14). Some posts (18) can even rest directly on the floor (20) of the boat (12) but preferably if frtted with pads (38).
The posts (18) and angled posts (19) are attached to the beam (14) by way of clips (22). Once the frame (10) is complete, tie downs are used to hold it firmly in place by way of tie dowrws attached to the hooks (40), located on the clips (22), the hub (26) , the top connector (36) and the locking pins (38), on one end and to various hookable parts on the boat (12) at the other end, as described hereinabove.
The tarp (not shown) is then piaced on top of the frame (10) and securedly attaehed onto the boat by a rope. In this fashion, the frame can withstand strong winds amd snow accunulation (although most of it will slide off the angled tarp) for an entire season or lqnger if needed.
As to a further discussion of the manner of usage and operation of the present invention, the same should be apparent from the above description_ Accordingly, no further discussion relating to the manner of usage and operation will be provided.
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With respect to the above description then, it is to be realized that the optimum dimensional relataonships for the parts of the invention, to include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilled in the art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.
Therefore, the foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention_ Further, since numerous modifrcatiQns and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be resorted to, falling within the scope of the invention.
Clips are configured and sized with ends that are insertable Into male or female tubes, once the dips are closed. Hooks are located on the hub, the clip, the top connector and the locking pin and are used for passing stretchable tie downs.
The support frame for tarpaulin has the method of installation consisting in the steps of:
A user pre adjusts components such as the beam by connecting male tubes connected either by way of couplings or by slidingly connecting between male tubes and female tubes so that the overall length of the beam is made adequate for the length of the boat. The length of the beam is locked in by way of the locking pins. The length of the posts is also adjusted by slidingly protracting or retracting the maie/femaie tubes and locking them with iocking pins. The user then places bases at various locations In the boat; inserts ttie posts into the base hole by first inserting a pad into one end of the post; and frictionally inserting the top connector at its opposite end. The top connector goes into the central hole of the hub.
between each post runs the beam which is connected in one of three ways;
to a hub at each end;
a hub at one end and a connector at the opposite end;
a connector at each end.
Posts and angled posts are attached to the beam by way of dips;
once the frame is complete, tie dawns are used to hoid it frrrnly in place by way of he downs attached to the hooks located on the clips, the hub, the top connector and the S
locking pins, on one end and to various hookable parts on the boat at the other end.
The tarp is then placed on top of the frame and securadly at#ached onto the boat by a rope.
The couplings can connect male to male tubes or male/ female tubes.
The post and angled post have their lower ends fitted with pads which are frictionally inserted.
There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more imporkant features of the invention in order that the detailed descxiption thereof that follows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated. There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto.
In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the foflowing description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of desCription and should not be regarded as limiting.
As such, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception, upon which this disclosure is based, may readily be utilized as a basis for the designing of other structures, methods and systems for carrying out the several purposes of the present invention. It is important, tnerefore, that the claims be regarded as including such equivalent constructions insofar as they do not depart frvm the spirit and scope of the present invention.
These together with other objects of the invention, along with the various f+eatures of novelty which characterize the invention, are pointed out with parEicularity in the claims annexed to and forming a part of this disdosure_ For a better understanding of the invention, its operating advantages and the specific objects attained by its uses, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings and descriptive matter which contains illustrated preferned embodiments of the invention. There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more important features of the invention in order that the detailed description thereof that foliows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated.
There are additional features of the inventiion that will be desWbed hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto.
BRIEF DESCRIP:LON_OF iliE PRFFBRRED EMBQDiMFNT
Fig. 9 Isometric view of the support frame over a boat.
Fig. 2 Side view of the support frame.
Fig. 3 Isometric view of hub.
Fig. 4 Isometric view of a coupling.
Figs. ba-c Isometric and side views of clip open and dosed, respectively.
Fig. 6 Isometric view of locking pin.
Fig. 7 isometric view of base.
Fig. 8 Isornetric view of tubes_ Fig, 9 Isometric view of base pads.
Fig. 10 Isometric view of top connector.
Dy 7AlLED DESCRIPTfON OE TWE PREFERRED F,IIMQDJMENT
A support frame (10) is set over a boat (12) and consists of at least one horizontally positioned beam (14) but generally more beams (14) which consists of two types of tubes (15, 16) which are siidingly connected together due to the fact that one tube is nan=ower than the other tube so that the larger tube is known as the female tube (15) and the narrower tube which fits inside the female tube is the male tube (15')_ Altematively, a coupling (16) can be used to connmct two male (15')or ti+vo female (15) tubes together end to end in order to construct the beam (14)_ The beam (14) is supported by posts (18) which arE also made out of slidingly connected tubes (15, 15'). The posts (18) have their lower ends inserted into bases (24) by way of a base hole (25). The bases (24) rest on the floor (20) of the boat (12) or any other suitable generally flat piaoe such as the deck or cabin roof (not shown).
In order to provide support for the tarpaulin (not shown), a series of angled posts (19) S
are connected to the beam (14) by way of dips (22). These angled posts (19) rest on the side of the boat (12), either dangling ouside the hull or resting on the edge of the hull. In order not do damage the finish of the hull, the angled posts (19) have their lower ends fitted with pads (38) whicb are ftictionally inserted. The same pads (38) are also used at the lower end of posts (18) that are inserted into the bases (24).
A hub (26) is located on at least one end of the boat (12) to allow for a post (18) and a plurality of angled posts (19) to connect and be oriented a variable amount of degree to allow far an easy adjustment no matter the size of the boat (12).
This is done by way of flexible tentactes (28) which are mechanical equivalents to the couplings (16). The couplings (16), like the fle)dble tentades (28) consist of two blocks (29) joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue (30) which allows for the blocks (29) to be selectively angled relative to each other. In both cases, the blocks are frictionally inserted into posts (18), angled posts (19) and beams and locked in posi6on by way of a locking pin (32) passing through insertion holes (42). This locking pin is also used for locking two slidingly engaged tubes (15, 15) so that they are locked to a chosen length. The locking pin (32) operates by frictional insertion as is known in the art for sirrailar types of devices.
The hub (26) has a central hole (34) which allows for fiictional insertion of a top connector (36) which is frictionaify inserted onto the top part of a post (18).
The clips (22) open clamshell style so as the be attachable to the beams (14).
Once the clips (22) are cEosed, angled posts (19) are frictionally inserted into the clips (22) Hooks (40) are located on various parts such as the hub (26) the clips (22) and the locking pins (32) and are used for passing stretchable tie downs (not shown), commonly referred to as bungee cords and which have the general caracteristic of being resiliently stretchable in length and havng open hooks at both ends_ One such open hook is hooked into the hooks (40) and the other open hook is hooked to a part of the boat (120 such as a railing or handles, cleats, etc.._. These tie downs are what holds the frame structure (10) in plaoe much like ropes will tie down a tent.
Once the frame structure (10) is thus secured, the tarp can be installed and tied down with a rope_ This aspect of the invention is vvefl known in various fields and need not be further discussed here_ The base (24) can be filled-in with sand, concrete or other such material in order to be heavy_ The couplings (16) can connect male to male tubes (15') or male/ female tubes (15', 15) .
In order to install the support frame (10), a user wilf pre adjust certain components such as the beam (14) by connecting male tubes (15' ) connected either by way of coupiings (16) or by slidingly connecting between male tubes (15') and female tubes (15 ) so that the overall length of the beam (14) is made adequate for the length of the boat (12). The length of the beam (14) being locked in by way of the locking pins (32). The length of the posts is also adjusted by slidingly prutracting or retracting the male/female tubes (15' , 15) and locking them with locking pins (32). Although all these parts can be assembled at any time, it is preferable to have them pre-assembled so as to speed up the process of instalaition.
The user then places bases (24) at vanious locations in the boat (12) insert the posts (18) into the base hole (25) by first inserting a pad (38) into one end of the post (18) and fnctionally inserting the top connector (36) at its opposite end. The top connector (36) goes into the central hole (34) of the hub (26). between each post (18) runs the beam (14). Some posts (18) can even rest directly on the floor (20) of the boat (12) but preferably if frtted with pads (38).
The posts (18) and angled posts (19) are attached to the beam (14) by way of clips (22). Once the frame (10) is complete, tie downs are used to hold it firmly in place by way of tie dowrws attached to the hooks (40), located on the clips (22), the hub (26) , the top connector (36) and the locking pins (38), on one end and to various hookable parts on the boat (12) at the other end, as described hereinabove.
The tarp (not shown) is then piaced on top of the frame (10) and securedly attaehed onto the boat by a rope. In this fashion, the frame can withstand strong winds amd snow accunulation (although most of it will slide off the angled tarp) for an entire season or lqnger if needed.
As to a further discussion of the manner of usage and operation of the present invention, the same should be apparent from the above description_ Accordingly, no further discussion relating to the manner of usage and operation will be provided.
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With respect to the above description then, it is to be realized that the optimum dimensional relataonships for the parts of the invention, to include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilled in the art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.
Therefore, the foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention_ Further, since numerous modifrcatiQns and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be resorted to, falling within the scope of the invention.
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1. A support frame for tarpaulin used for sheltering boats and other objects comprising:
at least one horizontally positioned beam;
each said beam consisting of at least one tube;
said tube being defined as either a male tube or a female tube;
the male tube, female tube configured and sized to allow for the male tube to slidingly insert into the female tube so as to create a sliding connection between the male/female tubes;
the beam is supported by a plurality of vertical posts and angled posts which are also made out of slidingly connected tubes;
the vertical posts have an upper and a lower end and their lower end is frictionally inserted into a base by way of a base hole;
angled posts are connected to the beam by way of clips;
the angled posts rest on the side of the boat;
a hub to allow for a post and a plurality of angled posts to connect thereto and be oriented a variable amount of degree to allow for an easy adjustment for a variety of possible sizes by way of flexible tentacles;
the flexible tentacles consisting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other;
couplings consisting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other;
the blocks are frictionally inserted into post, angled post and beam and locked in position by way of a locking pin passing through insertion holes;
the locking pin used for also locking two slidingly engaged tubes so that they are locked to a chosen length;
the hub has a central hole to allow for frictional insertion of a top connector which is frictionally inserted onto the top part of a post ;
the clips open clamshell style so as the be attachable to the beam;
clips configured and sized with ends that are insertable into male or female tubes, once the clips are closed;
hooks located on the hub, the clip, the top connector and the locking pin and are used for passing stretchable tie downs.
at least one horizontally positioned beam;
each said beam consisting of at least one tube;
said tube being defined as either a male tube or a female tube;
the male tube, female tube configured and sized to allow for the male tube to slidingly insert into the female tube so as to create a sliding connection between the male/female tubes;
the beam is supported by a plurality of vertical posts and angled posts which are also made out of slidingly connected tubes;
the vertical posts have an upper and a lower end and their lower end is frictionally inserted into a base by way of a base hole;
angled posts are connected to the beam by way of clips;
the angled posts rest on the side of the boat;
a hub to allow for a post and a plurality of angled posts to connect thereto and be oriented a variable amount of degree to allow for an easy adjustment for a variety of possible sizes by way of flexible tentacles;
the flexible tentacles consisting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other;
couplings consisting of two blocks joined together by way of a resiliently deformable tongue which allows for the blocks to be selectively angled relative to each other;
the blocks are frictionally inserted into post, angled post and beam and locked in position by way of a locking pin passing through insertion holes;
the locking pin used for also locking two slidingly engaged tubes so that they are locked to a chosen length;
the hub has a central hole to allow for frictional insertion of a top connector which is frictionally inserted onto the top part of a post ;
the clips open clamshell style so as the be attachable to the beam;
clips configured and sized with ends that are insertable into male or female tubes, once the clips are closed;
hooks located on the hub, the clip, the top connector and the locking pin and are used for passing stretchable tie downs.
2. A support frame for tarpaulin having a method of installation consisting in the steps of:
a user pre adjusts components such as a beam by connecting male tubes connected either by way of couplings or by slidingly connecting between male tubes and female tubes so that the overall length of the beam is made adequate for the length of a boat;
the length of the beam is locked in by way of locking pins, the length of posts is also adjusted by slidingly protracting or retracting the male/female tubes and locking them with locking pins;
the user then places at least one base at a location in the boat;
inserts the posts into base hole by first inserting a pad into one end of the post and frictionally inserting a top connector at the opposite end of the post;
the top connector goes into a central hole of a hub;
between each post runs the beam which is connected in one of three ways;
to the hub at each end;
the hub at one end and a connector at the opposite end;
the connector at each end;
posts and angled posts are attached to the beam by way of clips, once the support frame is complete, tie downs are used to hold the support frame firmly in place by way of the tie downs attached to hooks located on the clips, the hub, the top connector and the locking pins, on one end and to various hookable parts on the boat at the other end;
a tarp is then placed on top of the support frame and securedly attached onto the boat by a rope.
a user pre adjusts components such as a beam by connecting male tubes connected either by way of couplings or by slidingly connecting between male tubes and female tubes so that the overall length of the beam is made adequate for the length of a boat;
the length of the beam is locked in by way of locking pins, the length of posts is also adjusted by slidingly protracting or retracting the male/female tubes and locking them with locking pins;
the user then places at least one base at a location in the boat;
inserts the posts into base hole by first inserting a pad into one end of the post and frictionally inserting a top connector at the opposite end of the post;
the top connector goes into a central hole of a hub;
between each post runs the beam which is connected in one of three ways;
to the hub at each end;
the hub at one end and a connector at the opposite end;
the connector at each end;
posts and angled posts are attached to the beam by way of clips, once the support frame is complete, tie downs are used to hold the support frame firmly in place by way of the tie downs attached to hooks located on the clips, the hub, the top connector and the locking pins, on one end and to various hookable parts on the boat at the other end;
a tarp is then placed on top of the support frame and securedly attached onto the boat by a rope.
3. A support frame for tarpaulin as in claim 1 wherein:
the couplings connect male to male tubes or male/ female tubes.
the couplings connect male to male tubes or male/ female tubes.
4. A support frame for tarpaulin as in claim 1 wherein:
the post and angled post have their lower ends fitted with pads which are frictionally inserted.
the post and angled post have their lower ends fitted with pads which are frictionally inserted.
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