CA2602213A1 - Multipurpose stabilizing weight - Google Patents
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A multipurpose stabilizing weight for weighting down temporary shelters is provided. The multipurpose weight may be made of concrete or composite material having an exterior shape defined by a plurality of sides adapted to provide stability when in contact with the ground. The multipurpose stabilizing weight includes a longitudinal passage and a concave channel sized and designed to mate with frame members of the temporary shelter.
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MULTIPURPOSE STABILIZING WEIGHT
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a weight for stabilizing a shelter structure.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
It is known that temporary shelters used for protecting a car during winter must be secured to the ground. These temporary shelters are made of a light steel frame covered with a canvas providing a significant amount of air drag when the wind is gusting. Several different models exist on the market, such as the ones commercialized under the trademarks TempoTMand Abris HarnoisTM. Other models are further commercialized by Les Industries Bellon Inc.
Prior art devices for securing shelters to the ground are mainly of two different types. The first type uses ropes, belts or steel wires tying the shelter to the ground.
It is the action of pulling the shelter to the ground that holds the shelter in place.
The second type is a stabilizing weight installed on the shelter's frame for weighting down the shelter on the ground. The frame supports the bulk of the stabilizing weight. The stabilizing weight must be properly adjusted to the shelter's structure to significantly transfer weight to the frame and avoid relative movements between the stabilizing weight and the structural member of the frame.
The size and the position of the frame members may vary according to the type of shelter. This requires several different sizes and designs of stabilizing weight to ensure proper interaction with the frame. Resellers must therefore hold many different stabilizing weight models in stock. The additional floor space required for stocking the different stabilizing weight models represents a significant increase in cost for the reseller. The burden is even weightier considering the strength required for handling these heavy objects.
It is therefore desirable to have a stabilizing weight that can be used with various types of shelter structure.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a weight for stabilizing a shelter structure.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
It is known that temporary shelters used for protecting a car during winter must be secured to the ground. These temporary shelters are made of a light steel frame covered with a canvas providing a significant amount of air drag when the wind is gusting. Several different models exist on the market, such as the ones commercialized under the trademarks TempoTMand Abris HarnoisTM. Other models are further commercialized by Les Industries Bellon Inc.
Prior art devices for securing shelters to the ground are mainly of two different types. The first type uses ropes, belts or steel wires tying the shelter to the ground.
It is the action of pulling the shelter to the ground that holds the shelter in place.
The second type is a stabilizing weight installed on the shelter's frame for weighting down the shelter on the ground. The frame supports the bulk of the stabilizing weight. The stabilizing weight must be properly adjusted to the shelter's structure to significantly transfer weight to the frame and avoid relative movements between the stabilizing weight and the structural member of the frame.
The size and the position of the frame members may vary according to the type of shelter. This requires several different sizes and designs of stabilizing weight to ensure proper interaction with the frame. Resellers must therefore hold many different stabilizing weight models in stock. The additional floor space required for stocking the different stabilizing weight models represents a significant increase in cost for the reseller. The burden is even weightier considering the strength required for handling these heavy objects.
It is therefore desirable to have a stabilizing weight that can be used with various types of shelter structure.
Additionally, the stabilizing weights used for weighting down temporary shelters are mostly only used during wintertime. It is therefore desirable to design the stabilizing weight such that it could be dedicated to other useful uses when not in use with its associated temporary shelter.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to the present invention, there is provided a multipurpose stabilizing weight comprising:
a body;
a longitudinal passage extending through the body and defining a first longitudinal axis;
a concave channel extending across the body and defining a second longitudinal axis substantially parallel with the first longitudinal axis; and at least one transverse passage extending transversally through the body with respect to the concave channel and communicating with the concave channel.
More specifically, in accordance with an aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a weight sized and designed to fit temporary shelter frames having different sizes.
In accordance with another aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a stabilizing weight having multiple contact surfaces for weighting down a frame member of a temporary shelter.
An aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention provides a stabilizing weight having an longitudinal passage and a concave channel both extending along the stabilizing weight for providing a plurality of contact surfaces for weighting down a frame member of a temporary shelter.
In accordance with an aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a stabilizing weight having a concave channel sized and designed to accommodate both a frame member of a temporary shelter or a bicycle wheel.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to the present invention, there is provided a multipurpose stabilizing weight comprising:
a body;
a longitudinal passage extending through the body and defining a first longitudinal axis;
a concave channel extending across the body and defining a second longitudinal axis substantially parallel with the first longitudinal axis; and at least one transverse passage extending transversally through the body with respect to the concave channel and communicating with the concave channel.
More specifically, in accordance with an aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a weight sized and designed to fit temporary shelter frames having different sizes.
In accordance with another aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a stabilizing weight having multiple contact surfaces for weighting down a frame member of a temporary shelter.
An aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention provides a stabilizing weight having an longitudinal passage and a concave channel both extending along the stabilizing weight for providing a plurality of contact surfaces for weighting down a frame member of a temporary shelter.
In accordance with an aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a stabilizing weight having a concave channel sized and designed to accommodate both a frame member of a temporary shelter or a bicycle wheel.
In accordance with another aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a stabilizing weight having an axial passage adapted for securing the weight to the ground with an anchor.
In accordance with an additional aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided an transverse passage disposed transversely to the longitudinal direction of the concave channel for either securing a frame of a shelter or a bicycle wheel to the stabilizing weight by means of a locking means.
Other objects, advantages and features of the present invention will become more apparent upon reading of the following non-restrictive description of specific embodiments thereof, given by way of example only with reference to the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 is a front perspective view of a multipurpose stabilizing weight, according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a front perspective view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 once installed on a temporary shelter.
Figure 3A is a front perspective view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 with a frame member installed in the longitudinal passage and a frame member disposed in the concave channel.
Figure 3B is a front perspective view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 with an anchor member installed in the longitudinal passage and a frame member disposed in the concave channel.
Figure 4 is a perspective view of the frame structure of a temporary shelter multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 installed on frame members.
Figure 5 is a front elevational view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1.
Figure 6 is a side elevational view the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 with a bicycle installed in the concave channel.
In accordance with an additional aspect of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, there is provided an transverse passage disposed transversely to the longitudinal direction of the concave channel for either securing a frame of a shelter or a bicycle wheel to the stabilizing weight by means of a locking means.
Other objects, advantages and features of the present invention will become more apparent upon reading of the following non-restrictive description of specific embodiments thereof, given by way of example only with reference to the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 is a front perspective view of a multipurpose stabilizing weight, according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a front perspective view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 once installed on a temporary shelter.
Figure 3A is a front perspective view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 with a frame member installed in the longitudinal passage and a frame member disposed in the concave channel.
Figure 3B is a front perspective view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 with an anchor member installed in the longitudinal passage and a frame member disposed in the concave channel.
Figure 4 is a perspective view of the frame structure of a temporary shelter multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 installed on frame members.
Figure 5 is a front elevational view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1.
Figure 6 is a side elevational view the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 1 with a bicycle installed in the concave channel.
Figure 7 is a schematic front section view of the multipurpose stabilizing weight of Figure 6.
DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATIVE EMBODIMENTS
Reference will now be made in detail to an illustrative embodiment of the invention, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers will be used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts.
Figure 1 depicts a multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 illustratively made of concrete or composite material having a substantial weight for weighting down and stabilizing on the ground a temporary shelter. The multipurpose stabilizing weight illustratively has a mainly rectangular shape defined by two opposed axial surfaces 12, a top surface 14, a bottom surface 18 and two opposed side surfaces 16. Of course, persons skilled in the art will understand that the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may take different shapes allowing it to accomplish the same function and achieve the same result. Most corners of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may be rounded with radiuses 20. The top surface 14 includes a plurality of openings of axial passages 22 illustratively positioned normal to the top surface 14 and penetrating through the body of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
An opening of a longitudinal passage 32 is disposed between both axial surfaces through the body of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 and defines a first longitudinal axis 30. The diameter of the longitudinal passage 32 is preferably cylindrical in shape so as to receive a frame member of the temporary shelter, which is also usually cylindrical in shape. Preferably, a slot 34 provides a communication channel between the longitudinal passage 32 and one of the side surfaces 16 for passing a rope or the like, as will be explained further below. A
concave channel 42 defines a second longitudinal axis 40, which is disposed parallel to the first longitudinal axis 30. The second longitudinal axis 40 defines the radius of a portion of the concave channel 42. Two inside walls 44 further define the lateral boundaries of the concave channel 42.
Still referring to Figure 1, the side surface 16 includes a plurality of openings of transversal passages 46. The transversal passages 46 extend transversally through the body with respect to the concave channel 42 and communicate with the concave channel 42. The transversal passages 46 preferably extend orthogonally with respect to the concave channel 42, but may be directed at different angles as persons skilled in the art will understand. Each transversal passage 46 is adapted to receive a locking means 48. The locking means 48 will be discussed in further details below.
Figure 2 shows a temporary shelter 50 having a frame 52 and a canvas cover 58.
The frame is illustratively composed of a combination of vertical frame members 56 cooperating with a number of horizontal frame members 54. A horizontal frame member 54 is located at the bottom of each side of the temporary shelter 50 and is identified as a bottom frame member 54. Still on Figure 2, a multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 is installed on a selected bottom frame member 54. In the illustrative embodiment, the bottom frame member 54 is installed inside the concave channel 42 of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
Now referring to Figure 3A, bottom frame members 54 are illustratively installed in both the longitudinal passage 32 and the concave channel 42 of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. Each frame member 54 extends through the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. The diameter size of the frame member 54 may vary and still enter in the longitudinal passage 32 and fit into the concave channel 42. It can be appreciated that the frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 is secured by the locking means 48 installed in the transverse passages 46. The installation of the frame member 54 in the longitudinal passage 32 requires the frame member 54 to be axially inserted along the longitudinal passage 32. Conversely, the installation of the frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 does not require an axial installation. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may simply be lowered on the frame member 54 and inserted vertically in to the concave channel 42, of course assuming that the locking means 48 is removed. Once the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 is installed on the frame member 54, the locking means may be inserted in the transverse passages 46 to secure the frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
Figure 3B illustrates a bottom frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 secured in place by a clamp 90 applying tension to the frame member 54 from an anchor member 26 located inside the longitudinal passage 32. A frame member connector 92 is connecting the frame member 54 and is pulled by a threaded portion 94 toward the anchor member 26. The threaded portion 94 passes through a hole 29 in the anchor member 26 and is secured in place by a nut 96.
Figure 4 is a representation of a temporary shelter's frame 52 with the canvas cover 58 removed form over the frame 52. It can be appreciated that many multipurpose stabilizing weights 10 are installed on the bottom frame member 54.
In the illustrative example depicted on Figure 4, only two multipurpose stabilizing weights 10 are installed on the frame 52. However, any number of multipurpose stabilizing weights 10 could be installed on each side of the frame 52 without departing from the scope of the present invention. It should be noted the frame 52 illustrated on Figure 2 has bottom frame members 54 disposed at different heights.
The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 toward the front side 60 of the frame 52 is connected to the frame via a bottom frame member 54 extending through the longitudinal passage 32. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 disposed toward the rear 62 of the frame 52 is simply resting over the bottom frame member 54 inside the concave channel 42.
Still referring to on Figure 4, anchors 24 extend through the axial passages 22 and penetrate in the ground to secure the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 to the ground. The number of anchors 24 may change depending on a) the type of shelter 50 to secure; b) the possible wind conditions; c) the type of soil and d) the number of openings 22 on the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. Anchors 24 are optional but improve the connection of the frame 52 of the temporary shelter with the ground 72. Many different types of anchors available in the art may be used in conjunction with the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
Figure 5 illustrates the dimensions of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 as proposed in the illustrative embodiment. All dimensions are in millimeters and are not limiting the scope of the present invention to the dimensions disclosed.
It can be appreciated that the distance between the center 30 of the longitudinal passage 32 and the top surface 14 is different than the distance between the center 40 of the curved portion in the concave channel 42 and the ground. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 can be reversed; i.e. the top surface 14 either in contact or not with the ground. Thus, the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 can weight down bottom frame members 54 of four different heights from the ground; the fourth one being related to the concave channel 42 with the opening facing upward and using locking means 48 to maintain the frame member 54 inside the channel 42. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may also be used with the side surface contacting the ground to accommodate an additional different height between the center of the cylindrical opening 32 and the ground.
The slot 34 gives access to the cylindrical opening 32 for passing a rope or a belt inside the cylindrical opening 32. The width of the slot 34 may vary according to its intended use. In the illustrative embodiment depicted on Figure 5, the slot 34 is at 900 angle toward the cylindrical opening 32. The angle of the slot 34 may change without departing from the scope of the present invention.
Figure 6 and Figure 7 are directed to an alternative use of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 installed on the ground 72 with the concave channel 42 facing upward. The front wheel 74 of a bicycle 70 is installed in the concave channel serving as a parking rack for the bicycle 70 and maintaining the bicycle in the vertical position. In the illustrative embodiment on Figure 6, the front wheel 74 is engaged in the concave channel 42. Alternatively, the rear wheel 76 may engage the concave channel 42.
The transverse passages 46 are positioned on the side surface such that a locking means 48 passes inside the wheel 74, between the spokes 78, to lock the wheel to the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. A lock 80 is installed on one end of the locking 48 means to secure the locking means 48 in place and secure the bicycle 70 to the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. The locking means 48 may be a simple rod having a flat end at one end to act as a stopper against the body.
The other end of the rod may have an opening to insert the lock 80. Of course, other locking means, such as U-shaped locks available in the market may be used instead. As those skilled in the art will understand.
Still referring to Figure 6, the forward and rearward transverse passages 46, with their respective locking means 48, serve as longitudinal wheel 74 stoppers inside the concave channel 42. The stability of the wheel 74 in the concave channel 42 is increased because the locking means 48 are contacting the tire on both sides of the wheel 74; and it is harder to linearly move the wheel in the concave channel 42.
Anchors 24 can be installed through vertical openings 22 to secure the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 to the ground 72. Alternatively, an anchor member 26 is introduced inside the longitudinal passage 32 and tied down to the ground 72 using anchors 24 passing through openings 27. An attachment point 28 is provided at the end of the illustrative anchor member 26 to accommodate a device securing the bicycle 70 to the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 (i.e.
a steel wire, a chain or other means for securing the bicycle 70).
Although a bicycle 70 has been illustrated as an example, persons skilled in the art will understand that other similar vehicles with wheels may also be locked by means of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. Such vehicles may be for example motorcycles, tricycles, four wheel vehicles, etc.
Although the present invention has been described hereinabove by way of specific embodiments thereof, it can be modified, without departing from the spirit and nature of the subject invention as defined in the appended claims.
DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATIVE EMBODIMENTS
Reference will now be made in detail to an illustrative embodiment of the invention, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers will be used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts.
Figure 1 depicts a multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 illustratively made of concrete or composite material having a substantial weight for weighting down and stabilizing on the ground a temporary shelter. The multipurpose stabilizing weight illustratively has a mainly rectangular shape defined by two opposed axial surfaces 12, a top surface 14, a bottom surface 18 and two opposed side surfaces 16. Of course, persons skilled in the art will understand that the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may take different shapes allowing it to accomplish the same function and achieve the same result. Most corners of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may be rounded with radiuses 20. The top surface 14 includes a plurality of openings of axial passages 22 illustratively positioned normal to the top surface 14 and penetrating through the body of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
An opening of a longitudinal passage 32 is disposed between both axial surfaces through the body of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 and defines a first longitudinal axis 30. The diameter of the longitudinal passage 32 is preferably cylindrical in shape so as to receive a frame member of the temporary shelter, which is also usually cylindrical in shape. Preferably, a slot 34 provides a communication channel between the longitudinal passage 32 and one of the side surfaces 16 for passing a rope or the like, as will be explained further below. A
concave channel 42 defines a second longitudinal axis 40, which is disposed parallel to the first longitudinal axis 30. The second longitudinal axis 40 defines the radius of a portion of the concave channel 42. Two inside walls 44 further define the lateral boundaries of the concave channel 42.
Still referring to Figure 1, the side surface 16 includes a plurality of openings of transversal passages 46. The transversal passages 46 extend transversally through the body with respect to the concave channel 42 and communicate with the concave channel 42. The transversal passages 46 preferably extend orthogonally with respect to the concave channel 42, but may be directed at different angles as persons skilled in the art will understand. Each transversal passage 46 is adapted to receive a locking means 48. The locking means 48 will be discussed in further details below.
Figure 2 shows a temporary shelter 50 having a frame 52 and a canvas cover 58.
The frame is illustratively composed of a combination of vertical frame members 56 cooperating with a number of horizontal frame members 54. A horizontal frame member 54 is located at the bottom of each side of the temporary shelter 50 and is identified as a bottom frame member 54. Still on Figure 2, a multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 is installed on a selected bottom frame member 54. In the illustrative embodiment, the bottom frame member 54 is installed inside the concave channel 42 of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
Now referring to Figure 3A, bottom frame members 54 are illustratively installed in both the longitudinal passage 32 and the concave channel 42 of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. Each frame member 54 extends through the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. The diameter size of the frame member 54 may vary and still enter in the longitudinal passage 32 and fit into the concave channel 42. It can be appreciated that the frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 is secured by the locking means 48 installed in the transverse passages 46. The installation of the frame member 54 in the longitudinal passage 32 requires the frame member 54 to be axially inserted along the longitudinal passage 32. Conversely, the installation of the frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 does not require an axial installation. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may simply be lowered on the frame member 54 and inserted vertically in to the concave channel 42, of course assuming that the locking means 48 is removed. Once the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 is installed on the frame member 54, the locking means may be inserted in the transverse passages 46 to secure the frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
Figure 3B illustrates a bottom frame member 54 in the concave channel 42 secured in place by a clamp 90 applying tension to the frame member 54 from an anchor member 26 located inside the longitudinal passage 32. A frame member connector 92 is connecting the frame member 54 and is pulled by a threaded portion 94 toward the anchor member 26. The threaded portion 94 passes through a hole 29 in the anchor member 26 and is secured in place by a nut 96.
Figure 4 is a representation of a temporary shelter's frame 52 with the canvas cover 58 removed form over the frame 52. It can be appreciated that many multipurpose stabilizing weights 10 are installed on the bottom frame member 54.
In the illustrative example depicted on Figure 4, only two multipurpose stabilizing weights 10 are installed on the frame 52. However, any number of multipurpose stabilizing weights 10 could be installed on each side of the frame 52 without departing from the scope of the present invention. It should be noted the frame 52 illustrated on Figure 2 has bottom frame members 54 disposed at different heights.
The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 toward the front side 60 of the frame 52 is connected to the frame via a bottom frame member 54 extending through the longitudinal passage 32. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 disposed toward the rear 62 of the frame 52 is simply resting over the bottom frame member 54 inside the concave channel 42.
Still referring to on Figure 4, anchors 24 extend through the axial passages 22 and penetrate in the ground to secure the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 to the ground. The number of anchors 24 may change depending on a) the type of shelter 50 to secure; b) the possible wind conditions; c) the type of soil and d) the number of openings 22 on the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. Anchors 24 are optional but improve the connection of the frame 52 of the temporary shelter with the ground 72. Many different types of anchors available in the art may be used in conjunction with the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10.
Figure 5 illustrates the dimensions of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 as proposed in the illustrative embodiment. All dimensions are in millimeters and are not limiting the scope of the present invention to the dimensions disclosed.
It can be appreciated that the distance between the center 30 of the longitudinal passage 32 and the top surface 14 is different than the distance between the center 40 of the curved portion in the concave channel 42 and the ground. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 can be reversed; i.e. the top surface 14 either in contact or not with the ground. Thus, the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 can weight down bottom frame members 54 of four different heights from the ground; the fourth one being related to the concave channel 42 with the opening facing upward and using locking means 48 to maintain the frame member 54 inside the channel 42. The multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 may also be used with the side surface contacting the ground to accommodate an additional different height between the center of the cylindrical opening 32 and the ground.
The slot 34 gives access to the cylindrical opening 32 for passing a rope or a belt inside the cylindrical opening 32. The width of the slot 34 may vary according to its intended use. In the illustrative embodiment depicted on Figure 5, the slot 34 is at 900 angle toward the cylindrical opening 32. The angle of the slot 34 may change without departing from the scope of the present invention.
Figure 6 and Figure 7 are directed to an alternative use of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 installed on the ground 72 with the concave channel 42 facing upward. The front wheel 74 of a bicycle 70 is installed in the concave channel serving as a parking rack for the bicycle 70 and maintaining the bicycle in the vertical position. In the illustrative embodiment on Figure 6, the front wheel 74 is engaged in the concave channel 42. Alternatively, the rear wheel 76 may engage the concave channel 42.
The transverse passages 46 are positioned on the side surface such that a locking means 48 passes inside the wheel 74, between the spokes 78, to lock the wheel to the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. A lock 80 is installed on one end of the locking 48 means to secure the locking means 48 in place and secure the bicycle 70 to the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. The locking means 48 may be a simple rod having a flat end at one end to act as a stopper against the body.
The other end of the rod may have an opening to insert the lock 80. Of course, other locking means, such as U-shaped locks available in the market may be used instead. As those skilled in the art will understand.
Still referring to Figure 6, the forward and rearward transverse passages 46, with their respective locking means 48, serve as longitudinal wheel 74 stoppers inside the concave channel 42. The stability of the wheel 74 in the concave channel 42 is increased because the locking means 48 are contacting the tire on both sides of the wheel 74; and it is harder to linearly move the wheel in the concave channel 42.
Anchors 24 can be installed through vertical openings 22 to secure the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 to the ground 72. Alternatively, an anchor member 26 is introduced inside the longitudinal passage 32 and tied down to the ground 72 using anchors 24 passing through openings 27. An attachment point 28 is provided at the end of the illustrative anchor member 26 to accommodate a device securing the bicycle 70 to the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10 (i.e.
a steel wire, a chain or other means for securing the bicycle 70).
Although a bicycle 70 has been illustrated as an example, persons skilled in the art will understand that other similar vehicles with wheels may also be locked by means of the multipurpose stabilizing weight 10. Such vehicles may be for example motorcycles, tricycles, four wheel vehicles, etc.
Although the present invention has been described hereinabove by way of specific embodiments thereof, it can be modified, without departing from the spirit and nature of the subject invention as defined in the appended claims.
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1. A multipurpose stabilizing weight comprising:
a body;
a longitudinal passage extending through the body and defining a first longitudinal axis;
a concave channel extending across the body and defining a second longitudinal axis substantially parallel with the first longitudinal axis; and at least one transverse passage extending transversally through the body with respect to the concave channel and communicating with the concave channel.
a body;
a longitudinal passage extending through the body and defining a first longitudinal axis;
a concave channel extending across the body and defining a second longitudinal axis substantially parallel with the first longitudinal axis; and at least one transverse passage extending transversally through the body with respect to the concave channel and communicating with the concave channel.
2. The multipurpose stabilizing weight according to claim 1, wherein the body is a substantially rectangular body.
3. The multipurpose stabilizing weight according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the longitudinal passage has a cylindrical shape.
4. The multipurpose stabilizing weight according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising a slot extending in the body between the longitudinal passage and a side of the body.
5. The multipurpose stabilizing weight according to any one of claims 1 to 4, further comprising at least one axial passage extending through the body substantially orthogonally with respect to the longitudinal passage.
6. A kit used either for a weighing down a shelter or attaching a wheel of a bicycle or the like, the kit comprising a multipurpose stabilizing weight as defined in any one of claims 1 to 4, the kit further comprising:
at least one locking means adapted to be inserted into the at least one transversal passage for locking the wheel of the vehicle to the body.
at least one locking means adapted to be inserted into the at least one transversal passage for locking the wheel of the vehicle to the body.
7. A kit used either for a weighing down a shelter or attaching a wheel of a vehicle, the kit comprising a multipurpose stabilizing weight as defined in claim 5, the kit further comprising:
at least one anchor adapted to be inserted into the at least one axial passage of the body for anchoring the weight to the ground; and at least one locking means adapted to be inserted into the at least one transversal passage for locking the wheel of the vehicle to the body.
at least one anchor adapted to be inserted into the at least one axial passage of the body for anchoring the weight to the ground; and at least one locking means adapted to be inserted into the at least one transversal passage for locking the wheel of the vehicle to the body.
8. A kit used either for a weighing down a shelter or attaching a wheel of a vehicle, the kit comprising a multipurpose stabilizing weight as defined in claim 5, the kit further comprising:
at least one anchor member adapted to be inserted into the longitudinal passage;
at least one anchor adapted to be connected to the at least one anchor member for anchoring the weight to the ground; and at least one locking means adapted to be inserted into the at least one transversal passage for locking the wheel of the vehicle to the body.
at least one anchor member adapted to be inserted into the longitudinal passage;
at least one anchor adapted to be connected to the at least one anchor member for anchoring the weight to the ground; and at least one locking means adapted to be inserted into the at least one transversal passage for locking the wheel of the vehicle to the body.
9. Use of a multipurpose stabilizing weight as defined in any one of claims 1 to 5 for weighing down a shelter.
10. Use of a multipurpose stabilizing weight as defined in any one of claims 1 to 5 for weighing down and locking a wheel of a vehicle.
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