The present invention relates to inflatable flotation devices. In particular, the present invention relates to inflatable flotation devices which are collapsible through use of a spring mechanism.
Inflatable flotation devices are well known in the form of floats, rafts, lifeboats, life preservers and other like devices. Previously known devices generally maintain their shape through air pressure alone and generally collapse when deflated.
In one of many examples, U.S. Pat. No. 3,775,782 issued to Rice et al. describes an inflatable rescue raft. When deflated, the raft can be rolled into a compact size.
Also well known in the art are collapsible items which are collapsible through the use of a collapsible metal or plastic spring. U.S. Pat. No. 4,815,784 shows an automobile sun shade which uses these collapsible springs. The springs are also used in children's play structures (U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,618,246 and 5,560,385) and tent-like shade structures (U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,579,799 and 5,467,794).
The collapsible springs are typically retained or held within fabric sleeves provided along the edges of a piece of fabric or other panel. The collapsible springs may be provided as one continuous loop, or may be a strip or strips of material connected at the ends to form a continuous loop. These collapsible springs are usually formed of flexible coilable steel, although other materials such as plastics are also used. The collapsible springs are usually made of a material which is relatively strong and yet is flexible to a sufficient degree to allow it to be coiled. Thus, each collapsible spring is capable of assuming two configurations, a normal uncoiled or expanded configuration, and a coiled or collapsed configuration in which the spring is collapsed into a size which is much smaller than its open configuration. The springs may be retained within the respective fabric sleeves without being connected thereto. Alternatively, the sleeves may be mechanically fastened, stitched, fused, or glued to the springs to retain them in position.
A device comprises a spring and a sleeve. The spring is configured to form a closed loop. The spring is moveable between a coiled configuration when the spring is collapsed and an uncoiled configuration when the spring is expanded. The spring defines a circumference while in the uncoiled configuration. The spring is disposed within the sleeve. The sleeve includes an inflatable portion disposed about at least a portion of the circumference.
It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a collapsible flotation device.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a collapsible flotation device which is easily collapsed and extended to full size through a mechanical means.
It is yet another object of the present invention to provide a collapsible flotation device which is easily collapsed and extended to full size through the use of a spring.
It is yet a further object of the present invention to provide a collapsible flotation device which requires minimal force to twist and fold into the collapsed configuration.
Finally, it is an object of the present invention to accomplish the foregoing objectives in a simple and cost effective manner.
The following detailed description is of the best presently contemplated modes of carrying out the invention. This description is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating general principles of embodiments of the invention.
The present invention provides a collapsible flotation device. The device includes a coilable metal or plastic spring. The coilable spring can be made from other materials, however, it is important that the coilable spring be made from a material that is strong and flexible. The spring must be coilable such that it folds on top of itself to become more compact. In its uncoiled state, the coilable spring can be round or oval or any shape satisfactory for use as a flotation device. Because it is to be used in water, the coilable spring is preferably either manufactured from a waterproof material or coated to protect any material which is not waterproof. The coilable spring can be a single continuous element or can include a joining means, such as a sleeve, for joining the ends of one or more spring elements together. The coilable spring can be of any appropriate shape and dimension. The coilable spring also has memory such that is biased to return to its uncoiled configuration when not held in the coiled configuration.
Stretched across the coilable spring is a flexible panel of material. The flexible panel can be one continuous piece or can be made up of several different types of material. In a preferred embodiment, the center portion of the flexible panel is mesh to allow water to flow through while the perimeter edges are nylon or polyester. At the edges of the flotation device, the material is a double thickness, forming a pocket around the perimeter of the flotation device. In this pocket are one or more inflatable chambers. One inflatable chamber may surround the entire perimeter of the flotation device or it may be divided into two or more inflatable chambers with each inflatable chamber having a means for inflating and deflating the inflatable chamber. In a preferred embodiment, one inflatable chamber is specifically designed to accommodate the user's head. In this embodiment, the pocket formed by the material is wider along a small portion of the perimeter of the flotation device to allow for a wider inflatable chamber. This will prevent the user's head from sinking below the rest of the user's body. The size of the inflatable chamber can vary significantly and need only be as wide as necessary to support the user's body weight. A preferred embodiment includes an inflatable chamber which is 3 inches in diameter when inflated. The inflatable chamber can be made from any appropriate float material but is preferably resistant to punctures. The coilable spring may also be located within the perimeter pocket. If one inflatable chamber is selected, the coilable spring can be placed inside or outside the inflatable chamber. If multiple inflatable chambers are used, the coilable spring will be outside the inflatable chambers. Alternatively, the coilable spring may be located outside the perimeter pocket along the outer edge of the flotation device. The coilable spring may be attached to the flexible panel through mechanical means such as fastening, stitching, fusing, or gluing.
A preferred embodiment of the flotation device is shown in
Alternatively or in addition to the perimeter inflatable chambers, the device can include inflatable chambers 26 which cross the panel as shown in
While the description above refers to particular embodiments of the present invention, it will be understood that many modifications may be made without departing from the spirit thereof. The accompanying claims are intended to cover such modifications as would fall within the true scope and spirit of the present invention.
This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/980,596, filed Dec. 28, 2015 (now U.S. Pat. No. 9,849,949), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 14/016,876, filed Sep. 3, 2013 (now U.S. Pat. No. 9,221,526), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/328,779, filed Dec. 16, 2011 (now U.S. Pat. No. 8,523,623), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/890,240, filed Sep. 24, 2010 (now U.S. Pat. No. 8,079,888), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/400,214, filed Mar. 9, 2009 (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,811,145), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/028,227, filed Feb. 8, 2008 (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,500,893), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/554,197, filed Oct. 30, 2006 (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,335,080), which is a continuation of Ser. No. 11/143,703, filed Jun. 3, 2005 (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,134,930), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 10/847,339, filed May 18, 2004 (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,147,528), which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 10/295,906, filed Nov. 18, 2002, (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,097,524), which is also a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 09/772,739, filed Jan. 30, 2001, (now U.S. Pat. No. 6,485,344), which claims priority from U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/238,988, filed Oct. 10, 2000; the entire disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference.
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