JP2020534454A - Vertical blind assembly - Google Patents

Abstract

The modular shade includes a head rail unit, a foot rail unit, at least one intermediate rail unit, and at least one module composed of a plurality of slat components. The upper slat may be coupled to the head rail unit and the intermediate rail unit, and the lower slat component may be coupled to the intermediate rail unit and the foot rail unit. In addition, add additional intermediate rail units and intermediate slat components to the module to change the shape and size of the module, and combine the modules into one or more additional modules to give the overall shape and size of the modular shade. Can be changed. [Selection diagram] Fig. 4

Description

Conventional vertical window blinds have vertical slats on louvers suspended from headrails that can be attached to the top of the window so that the slats extend down to the bottom of the window. However, even when the conventional blind slats are in the fully open position, the window is blocked to some extent in that the observer can see the edges of the slats when looking out the window.

Some vertical blinds also have the disadvantage that they are usually manufactured with a relatively small width to fit standard window sizes. Therefore, it may not be suitable for windows that do not comply with these standards.

Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide an improved vertical blind assembly that is modular so that it can be made to fit windows of virtually any size.

In one embodiment, one or more slat components can include multiple layers connected to each other. The exterior of each slat component may include a mechanism such that the slat components can be coupled to the outside of the sheath and / or to each other. In addition, one or more strips can be placed inside the slat component to provide rigidity and thus change the overall width or length of the sheath and thus the shade. For example, two strips can be placed within the slat component and overlaid at a user-selected selection distance. The surplus material of the slat component that extends beyond the entire length of the strip can be folded and inserted into the opening of the slat component created by joining the layers of the slat component. Advantageously, the overall width or length of the shade can be changed to the width or length desired by the user. In addition, the sheath, slat components, and / or strips may be joined to adjacent sheaths, adjacent slat components, and / or adjacent strips. The shade can be raised and lowered by pulling and pushing the sheath and / or slat components, respectively.

In a further embodiment, the shade may include a headrail unit connected to a roller that includes one or more ribbon strings. In addition, one or more sheaths are coupled to the headrail unit, where the sheaths include one or more external fixation mechanisms. The ribbon string of the roller may be supplied through the slot opening of the external fixation mechanism arranged in a single sheath and may be tied at a position after the ribbon string has passed through the slot opening of the external fixation mechanism of the sheath. Further, one or more slat components may be coupled to the outside of the sheath by utilizing a slat component fixing mechanism that engages with the external fixing mechanism of the sheath. As the shade rises, the ribbon string rolls onto the rollers, raising the sheath and, in turn, raising the slat components.

For a more complete understanding of the nature and purpose of the invention, the following detailed description made in connection with the accompanying drawings will be referred to.

FIG. 1A is a detailed view of the slats of one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 1B is a detailed view of the slats of one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 1C is a detailed view of the slats of one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 1D is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 1A-1C. FIG. 1E is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 1A-1C. FIG. 1F is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 1A-1C. FIG. 1G is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 1A-1C. FIG. 1H is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 1A-1C. FIG. 1I is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 1A-1C. FIG. 1J is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 1A-1C.

FIG. IK is a detailed view of the slats of one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 1L is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIG. 1K.

FIG. 2A is a detailed view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 2B is a detailed view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 2C is a detailed view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 2D is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2C.

FIG. 2E is a detailed view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 2F is a detailed view of the shade including exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2C and 2E. FIG. 2G is a detailed view of the shade including exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2C and 2E. FIG. 2H is a detailed view of the shade including exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2C and 2E. FIG. 2I is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2C and 2E. FIG. 2J is a detailed view of the shade including exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2C and 2E. FIG. 2K is a detailed view of the shade including exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2C and 2E.

FIG. 2L is a detailed view of the slats of one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 2M is a detailed view of the shade including the exemplary slat components described with respect to FIG. 2L.

FIG. 3A is a detailed view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 3B is a detailed view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 3C is a detailed view of the shade including exemplary slat components described with respect to FIGS. 3A and 3B.

FIG. 4 is a detailed view of a shade containing one or more vertical sheaths and one or more slat components for one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 5 is a detailed view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 6 is a detailed view of a shade containing one or more vertical sheaths and one or more slat components for one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 7 is a detailed view of a shade containing one or more vertical sheaths and one or more slat components for one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 8 is a detailed view of a shade containing one or more vertical sheaths and one or more slat components for one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 9 is a detailed view of a shade containing one or more vertical sheaths and one or more slat components for one or more embodiments described herein. FIG. 10 is a detailed view of a shade containing one or more vertical sheaths and one or more slat components for one or more embodiments described herein.

FIG. 1A is a perspective view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein. The slat component 3800 may include a first layer 3801 and a second layer 3802. The first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802 can be coupled to each other at the upper and lower ends where the first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802 meet, as shown in FIG. 1A. The first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802 can be coupled to each other in a variety of different ways, including, but not limited to, strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. ..

Each of the first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802 can include a first portion of a fixing mechanism 3803 located outside each of the first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802. The first portion of the fixing mechanism 3801 can be of any size. For example, the first portion of the fixation mechanism 3801 may extend over the full length of the slat component 3800 or the shorter length of the slat component 3800. The first portion of the fixing mechanism may be the same or different for the first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802.

In FIG. 1A, the first portion of the fixation mechanism 3803 is located above the layer of the slat component 3800, however, the first portion of the fixation mechanism 3803 is located at any location outside the layers 3801 and 3802. It is clearly intended that it can be placed in. In addition, FIG. 1A shows a single first portion of the fixation mechanism 3803 on the outside of the slat component, although the slat component may include a plurality of first portions of the fixation mechanism 3803. It is clearly intended to be possible. The first portion of the fixation mechanism 3803 is used to secure the slat component 3800 to the outside of the sheath, including the other or second portion of the fixation mechanism, as described in more detail below with respect to FIG. 1C. Can be done.

In addition, as described in more detail below, each layer may include one or more internal clasps 3804 utilized to hold or secure one or more strips 3805 inside the layers. it can. In one embodiment, the one or more strips 3805 may be curved or of any shape. In addition, the one or more strips 3805 need not be uniform and may be wider at some positions and narrower at other positions along the length of the one or more strips 3805.

FIG. 1B is an internal view of the first layer 3801, however, the description of the internal view of the first layer 3801 is expressly intended to be applicable to the second layer 3802 or any other layer. As described in FIG. 1B, there are a plurality of internal clasps 3804 that secure the strip 3805 inside the layer 3801.

Specifically, the strip 3805 may remain on the internal clasp 3804 so that the strip 3805 stays inside the slat component 3800. FIG. 1B shows a single strip 3805 inserted into the three internal clasps 3804 at the top and bottom of the first layer 3801, however so that the overall width of the first layer 3801 can be varied. Note that it is clearly intended that two or more strips 3805 will overlap and be joined together to stay at any number of internal clasps 3804. Specifically, the two or more strips 3805 can be fixed to each other by various methods such as, but not limited to, strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. For example, the width of the entire layer can be changed, for example, based on windows of any different size.

In addition, the surplus material 3806 of the first layer 3801 is, but not limited to, strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like in a variety of different ways. It may be folded and fixed inside the.

FIG. 1C is a perspective view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein, wherein the surplus material 3806 of the first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802 is inside the slat component 3800. The strip 3805 is fixed to the inside of the first layer 3801. As seen in FIGS. 1B and 1C, the surplus material 3806 extending beyond the length of the strip 3805 is folded and inserted into the opening created by the combination of the first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802. To. In one embodiment, the surplus material 3806 is then, but not limited to, using any of various fixing mechanisms such as strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. It can be fixed inside the sheath 3800. Advantageously, the overall width of the slat components, and thus the shade, can be changed.

The first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802 can include one or more additional layers 3807 that are attached to the outside of the first layer 3801 and / or the second layer 3802. The additional layer 3807 can be any material, such as, but not limited to, vinyl or any other material that adds rigidity or a different appearance to the slat component 3800. Note that the one or more additional layers 3807 can be of any size and need not match the size of the first layer 3801 or the second layer 3802. The additional layer 3807 uses any of a variety of fixing mechanisms such as strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips, etc. to the first layer 3801 and / Or can be attached to the second layer 3802.

FIG. 1D is a detailed view of the shade 3818 including the slat component 3800 shown in FIGS. 1A-1C. A slat component 3800 containing at least a first layer 3801 and a second layer 3802, respectively, is secured to a sheath 3809. Specifically, the first portion of the fixing mechanism 3803 on the outside of the first layer 3801 is a fixing mechanism attached to the outside of the sheath 3809 so that the slat component 3800 is fixed to the outside of the sheath 3809. Engage with a second portion of 3817. For example, the first part of the fixing mechanism 3803 is a first part of the zipper mechanism so that the slat component 3800 is fixed or attached to the sheath 3809 by engagement of the first and second parts (eg, "zipping"). It can be a portion, the second portion of the fixing mechanism 3817 can be the second portion of the zipper mechanism. Therefore, the sheath 3809 connects to at least one point on the slat component 3800.

Further, the head rail unit 3810 may be arranged above the shade 3818. The head rail unit 3810 may be coupled to the sheath and the slat component 3800 may be attached to the outside of the head rail unit 3810. For example, the slat component 3800 uses any of a variety of fixing mechanisms, such as, but not limited to, strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro, clips, etc. Can be fixed to. In addition, the headrail unit 3810 may be coupled to a roller spring system, counterbalance system, cord system, or motor used to raise and lower the shade, as described in more detail below.

Further, although FIG. 1D shows a plurality of slat components 3800 utilized, it is clearly contemplated that a single slat component 3800 can be utilized. For example, a single slat component 3800 may cover one or more different positions of the sheath 3809 (eg, of a fixation mechanism 3817) such that a single slat component 3800 covers the entire sheath 3809 or part of the sheath 3809. It can be secured to the top of the sheath 3809 by the headrail unit 3810 (where each of the second parts is located). A single slat component 3800 may be coupled to the sheath 3809 and / or headrail unit 3810 as described above.

In addition, the slat component 3800 can be removed from the sheath 3809 (eg, "zipped off") and / or the headrail unit 3810, and the slat component 3800 has a second layer 3802 as above. It is expressly contemplated that it can be flipped so that it can be attached to the sheath 3809 and / or the headrail unit 3810 in this way. As such, the first layer 3801 and the second layer 3802 may be of different patterns or materials, thus giving the user the ability to change or change the appearance of the shade 3818 by simply reversing the slat component 3800. provide.

Specifically, FIG. 1D shows a second layer 3802 facing outward from a window opening (W) so that the second layer is, for example, in the field of view of a user indoors. If the user wants to see the first layer 3801, the user simply releases the anchoring mechanism between the sheath 3809 and the first layer 3801 and then anchors between the sheath 3809 and the second layer 3082. It will engage the mechanism. Therefore, the second layer 3802 is hidden and the first layer 3801 is in the field of view of the user, for example, indoors.

The use of zipper mechanisms is referred to, but it is clearly stated that any of a variety of fixing mechanisms such as strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips, etc. can be used. It is planned. Advantageously, if the layers 3801 and 3802 need to be washed or replaced, the user can simply remove the slat component 3800 from the sheath 3809 and place the slat component 3808 in the washing machine, or the slat component. Element 3800 can be cleaned in any way.

In addition, the sheath 3809 can include one or more rods 3811 that travel horizontally across the sheath 3809 to provide rigidity to the sheath. The one or more rods 3811 may be secured to the sheath 3809 by various different methods such as, but not limited to, strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. FIG. 1D shows a single rod 3811 traveling across the sheath 3809, but it is clearly contemplated that two or more rods 3811 can be joined together and secured to the sheath 3809.

In addition, the sheath 3809 may be coupled to an additional sheath 3809 (not shown) that allows the user to increase the width and / or length. For example, referring to FIG. 1D, a zipper can be included at the bottom of the sheath 3809 so that the sheath 3809 can be connected to an additional sheath to adjust the overall length. In addition to or instead, zippers can be included on the left and / or right side of the sheath 3809 so that the sheath 3809 can be coupled to an additional sheath to adjust the overall width.

In one embodiment, the roller spring system allows the sheath 3809 to be moved up and down based on the user pulling or pushing the sheath 3809 and / or the slat component 3800, as is known to those skilled in the art. , The sheath 3809 may be controlled by a roller spring system (as seen in FIG. 1F) connected to the headrail unit 3810. Specifically, the user can push up the sheath 3809 and / or the slat component 3800 to raise the shade 3818 and pull down the sheath 3809 and / or the slat component to lower the shade 3818. Alternatively, the sheath 3809 may be controlled by a counterbalance system and / or a different type of system that allows the user to push up or down the sheath 3809 and / or the slat component 3800 to raise or lower the shade 3818. Alternatively, the sheath 3809 may be controlled by the cord system or electric motor described above, or other type of system known to those of skill in the art, to raise or lower the shade.

For example, FIG. 1E shows a shade 3818 in an raised configuration in which the slat component 3800 is "folded" or "combined" at the top of the shade 3818 to expose the window openings. As shown in FIG. 1E, the top slat component 3800 may be coupled to the headrail unit 3810 and the other slat component 3800 may be coupled to the sheath.

FIG. 1F shows a side view of the shade 3818 when the shade is in a raised configuration and the slat components are folded. As shown in FIG. 1F, the sheath 3809 is also folded when the shade 3818 is in the raised configuration. In addition, the roller spring system 3819 is coupled to the headrail unit 3810 so that the roller spring system 3819 is hidden from view.

Further, FIG. 1G shows a shade 3818 with a lowered configuration in which the slat component 3800 is unfolded. FIG. 1H also shows a rear view of the shade 3818 in a lowered configuration, where the slat component 3800 is not "folded" and may cover the entire window opening. As shown in FIG. 1H, the slat component 3800 may be wider than the sheath 3809 and / or the headrail unit 3810.

In one embodiment, the sheath 3809 may be attached to an adjacent sheath 3812, as shown in FIG. 1I. As shown in FIG. 1I, the rod 3811 extends beyond one end of the sheath 3809 and is connected to an adjacent rod 3813 that extends beyond one end of the adjacent sheath 3812. For example, the rod 3811 may be connected to an adjacent rod 3813 using strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. Therefore, the front of the entire shade can be displayed or it can look like a single shade.

In addition to or instead, the slat components 3800 may be coupled to each other as shown in FIG. 1I. Specifically, the end of the slat component 3800 connected to the sheath 3809 may be connected to the slat component 3800 of the adjacent sheath 3812. For example, the slat component 3800 of the sheath 3809 can be coupled to the slat component 3800 of the adjacent sheath 3812 using strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. Therefore, the front of the entire shade can be displayed or it can look like a single shade.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1J, strips 3805 within the slat component 3800 of the sheath 3809 are flanked by using strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips, and the like. Can be attached to strip 3805 within the slat component 3800 of the sheath 3812. Therefore, the front of the entire shade can be displayed or it can look like a single shade.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1K, the first portion of the fixing mechanism 3803 of the slat component 3800 is located parallel to the opening created by the coupling of the first layers 3801 and 3802. You may. The slat component 3800 may be coupled to the sheath and / or headrail unit 3801, and the surplus material 3806 may be secured inside the slat component 3800 in the same manner as described above. However, the total length of the shade 3818 is such that the surplus material extends horizontally rather than vertically when the slat component 3800 is attached to the sheath 3809 and / or the headrail unit 3810, as shown in FIG. 1A. It can be adjusted by using surplus material.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 1L, a plurality of slat components 3800 as shown in FIG. 1K are coupled to the sheath 3809, where the width of the shade 3818 is the individual slat as shown in FIG. 1K. It is based on the respective width of the components 3800 and the number of slat components 3800 attached to the sheath 3809 and / or headrail unit 3810. The length of the shade 3818 is how much the surplus material 3806 the user decides to insert into the opening made by the surplus material 3806 and the two layers 3801 and 3802 of the slat components 3800 joined together. Based on. As shown in FIG. 1L, each slat component 3800 may have the same or different lengths based on the user's choice. For example, the user may change the length of a particular slat component 3800 so that the shade 3818 surrounds the air conditioner or other object in the window. Alternatively, the shade 3818 may be attached to the wall so that the shade surrounds a wall-mounted or wall-mounted bookshelf book or other item, and the length of the particular slat component 3800 by the user. May be changed.

Further, although FIG. 1L shows a single sheath 3809, it is clearly contemplated that multiple sheaths 3809 (not shown) can be used. For example, as described above, each slat component 3800 may be attached to a different sheath 3809, and a plurality of different sheaths 3809 may be coupled together and attached to a common headrail unit 3810.

FIG. 2A is a perspective view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein. The slat component 3900 may include a first layer 3901 and a second layer 3902. The first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902 may be joined to each other at the upper and lower ends where the first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902 meet, as shown in FIG. 2A. The first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902 may be the use of one or more, but not limited to, strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips, etc. May be combined with each other in a variety of different ways.

Each of the plurality of slat components 3900 may be coupled to each other using a plurality of through holes 3950 extending along the bottom and top ends of each slat component 3900. For example, the first layer 3901, the second layer 3902, or the first layer 3901 and the second layer 3950 can include through holes 3950. The through hole 3950 can extend along the entire end of the slat component or only to a selected portion of the end. Specifically, as shown in 2D, 2F, and 2G, the string 3951 can be fed through the respective through holes of the slat component 3900 to join the slat components together. Although the use of through holes 3950 and strings 3951 is referred to, it is expressly contemplated that any of a variety of different fixing mechanisms may be utilized to connect the slat components 3900 together. For example, such fixing mechanisms include, but are not limited to, one or more or combinations of zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like.

Further, as described in more detail below, each layer can include one or more internal clasps 3904 used to hold or secure one or more strips 3905 inside the layers. .. In one embodiment, the one or more strips 3905 may be curved or of any shape. Further, the one or more strips 3905 need not be uniform and may be wide at some positions and narrow at other positions along the length of the one or more strips 3905.

FIG. 2B is an internal view of the first layer 3901, however it is clearly contemplated that the description of the internal view of the first layer 3901 is applicable to the second layer 3902 or other layers. As shown in FIG. 2B, the plurality of through holes 3950 extend along the top and bottom of the first layer 3901.

In addition, there are multiple internal clasps 3904 that secure the strip 3905 inside the layer 3901. Specifically, the strip 3905 may remain on the internal clasp 3904 so that the strip 3905 remains inside the slat component 3900. FIG. 2B shows a single strip 3905 inserted within the three internal clasps 3904 at the top and bottom of the first layer 3901, but the width of the entire first layer 3901 can be varied. It is clearly contemplated that two or more strips 3905 may overlap and be joined together and rest on any number of internal clasps 3904. Specifically, the two or more strips 3905 may include, but are not limited to, one or more, but not limited to, strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips, etc. It can be fixed to each other in various different ways, such as by using it. For example, the width of the entire layer can be changed, for example, based on windows of any different size. Although FIG. 2B shows the use of clasp 3904, it is clearly contemplated that strip 3905 can be secured to slat component 3900 without clasp 3904.

For example, the single strip 3905 is substantially similar in height to the slat component 3900 so that the single strip 3905 can be inserted and secured inside the slat component 3900 without the use of fasteners 3904. May have That is, because the single strip 3905 is substantially similar in height to the slat component 3900, the single strip 3905 fits tightly within the internal opening of the slat component 3900 and the slat component 3900. Can be given rigidity. The overall width of the single strip 3905 may be less than the overall width of the slat component 3900, for example, the single strip 3905 is only in the middle portion of the slat component 3900. Alternatively, the overall width of a single strip 3905 may be substantially similar in size to the width of the slat component 3900.

In addition, the surplus material 3906 of the first layer 3901 uses one or more, but not limited to, strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. It may be folded and fixed inside the first layer 3901 by various different methods such as.

FIG. 2C is a perspective view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein, wherein the surplus material 3906 of the first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902 is inside the slat component 3900. The strip 3905 is fixed to the inside of the first layer 3901. As seen in FIGS. 2B and 2C, the surplus material 3906 extending beyond the length of the strip 3905 is folded and inserted into the opening created by the coupling of the first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902. To. In one embodiment, the surplus material 3906 is then, but not limited to, a variety of strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, one or more or combinations of clips and the like. Any of the fixing mechanisms may be used to be fixed inside the slat component 3900. Advantageously, the overall width of the slat component 3900, and thus the shade, can be changed.

The first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902 may include one or more additional layers 3907 bonded to the outside of the first layer 3901 and / or the second layer 3902. The additional layer 3907 can be any material, such as, but not limited to, vinyl or any other material to add rigidity or a different appearance to the slat component 3900. It should be noted that the one or more additional layers 3907 can be of any size and need not match the size of the first layer 3901 or the second layer 3902. The additional layer 3907 includes, but is not limited to, any of a variety of fixing mechanisms such as strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro, clips, etc., or a combination. It can be used to attach to the first layer 3901 and / or the second layer 3902.

FIG. 2D is a detailed view of the shade 3918 including the slat component 3900 shown in FIGS. 2A-2C. The slat components 3900, each including at least the first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902, are secured to each other using through holes 3950 and strings 3950 to form the shade 3918. Specifically, the user can combine the plurality of slat components 3900 into any user-desired configuration. In addition, the top slat component 3900 includes, but is not limited to, a fixing mechanism such as one or more or a combination of strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. It is attached to the head rail unit 3910 by using it.

FIG. 2D shows visible fixing mechanisms (eg, through holes 3950 and strings 3950), but it is clearly contemplated that the fixing mechanism can be hidden from view. Specifically, the second layer 3902 of the upper slat component may be coupled to the first layer 3901 of the lower slat component so that the fixation mechanism is hidden. For example, if the fixing mechanism is a zipper, the first portion of the zipper may be located on the lower outer portion of the second layer 3902 of the upper slat component facing the window. In addition, the second portion of the zipper may be located on the upper outer portion of the first layer 3902 of the bottom slat component that does not face the window. Therefore, when the upper slat component and the lower slat component are joined together, the two parts of the zipper are hidden from view.

Alternatively, the fixation mechanism between the two slat components can be concealed in various ways. For example, an additional layer 3907 is added to the fixed through hole 3950 or other fixed as shown in FIG. 2E so that the string 3951 used with the through hole 3950 and / or the through hole is not visible to the user. It may have one or more flaps 3970 extending beyond the mechanism (not shown). Note that the flap 3970 can be the same or different material as the additional layer 3907. For example, the flap 3970 can be made of a material with sufficient rigidity (vinyl, plastic, cloth, etc.) so that the top flap 3970 can stay on top to hide the through holes 3950 and / or the string 3951. it can. Such fixing mechanisms used to connect the slat components 3900 together are not visible, for example, when the shade is inside the window opening.

The head rail unit 3910 may be placed above the shade 3918. The headrail unit 3910 may be coupled to the upper slat component 3900. Specifically, the upper slat component 3900 may be attached to the outside of the head rail unit 3910. For example, the upper slat component 3900 is any of various fixing mechanisms such as, but not limited to, strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, one or more or combinations such as clips. Can be fixed to the headrail unit 3910 using. In addition, the headrail unit 3910 may be coupled to a roller spring system, counterbalance system, cord system, or motor used to raise and lower the shade, as described in more detail below.

Further, although FIG. 2D shows a plurality of slat components 3900 utilized, it is clearly contemplated that a single slat component 3900 can be utilized. For example, a single slat component 3900 may be secured to the headrail unit 3910 as described above.

In addition, it is clearly contemplated that the slat components 3900 can be removed from each other by removing the string 3951 from the through hole 3950 and / or by removing the slat component 3900 from the headrail unit 3910. Further, the slat component 3900 can be reversed so that the second layer 3902 faces outward from the window opening (W). Therefore, the first layer 3901 and the second layer 3902 may be of different patterns or materials, thus providing the user with the ability to change or change the appearance of the shade 3918 by simply reversing the slat component 3900. Can be done.

Advantageously, if the layers 3901 and 3902 need to be washed or replaced, the user simply removes the slat components 3900 from each other and puts the slat components 3900 in the washing machine, or puts the slat components 3900 into any Can be washed by the method.

In one embodiment, the roller spring system 3919 can move the slat component 3900 up and down based on the user pulling or pushing the bottom slat component 3900, for example, as known to those skilled in the art. In addition, the slat component 3900 may be controlled by a roller spring system (as seen in FIG. 2G) connected to the headrail unit 3910. Specifically, the user can push up the bottom slat component 3900 to raise the shade 3918 and pull down the bottom slat component 3900 to lower the shade 3918. Alternatively, the slat component 3900 may be controlled by a counterbalance system and / or a different type of system (not shown) that allows the user to push up or down the slat component 3900 to raise or lower the shade 3918. Alternatively, the slat component 3900 may be controlled by the cord system or electric motor described above, or other type of system known to those of skill in the art, to raise or lower the shade.

For example, FIG. 2F shows a shade 3918 in an raised configuration, where the slat component 3900 is "folded" or "combined" at the top of the shade 3918 to expose the window opening. .. As shown in FIG. 2F, the topmost slat component 3900 may be coupled to the headrail unit 3910, while all slat components 3900 may be coupled together to form the shade 3918.

FIG. 2G shows a side view of the shade 3918 when the shade is in a raised configuration and the slat component 3900 is folded. Specifically, the string 3909 of the roller spring system 3919 is attached to the bottom slat component 3900 so that when the string is pulled into the roller spring system 3919, the plurality of slat components 3900 are folded to lift the shade 3918. It may be attached. As shown in FIG. 2G, the roller spring system 3919 is also coupled to the headrail unit 3910 so that the roller spring system 3919 is hidden from view. Although FIG. 2G shows a string 3909 attached only to the bottom slat component 3900, it is clearly contemplated that the string 3909 can be attached to multiple slat components 3900.

Alternatively, a roller spring system 3919 may be utilized without the string 3909, wherein the plurality of slat components 3900 are roller shades (not shown) when raising the shade 3918, as is known to those of skill in the art. ) Roll off the roller shade to roll up and lower the shade 3918.

In addition, FIG. 2H shows a shade 3918 in a lowered configuration in which the slat component 3900 is unfolded. Further, FIG. 2I shows a rear view of the shade 3918 in a lowered configuration, where the slat component 3900 may be unfolded and may cover the entire window opening. As can be seen in FIG. 2I, the slat component 3900 may be wider than the headrail unit 3910. In addition, as described above, the second layer visible in FIG. 2I may have a different appearance / pattern than the first layer visible in FIG. 2H.

In one embodiment, the slat component 3900 may be coupled to adjacent or different slat components 3900, as shown in FIG. 2J. Specifically, the ends of the slat component 3900 can be connected to adjacent or different slat components 3900 to change the overall width of the shade. For example, adjacent or different slat components 3900 may be joined using one or more or a combination of strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. Therefore, the front of the entire shade can be displayed or it can look like a single shade.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2K, the strip 3905 within the slat component 3900 may be one or more or a combination of strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. It can be utilized to be coupled to strips 3905 within adjacent or different slat components 3900. Therefore, the front of the entire shade can be displayed or it can look like a single shade.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2L, the fixation mechanism 3960 may be located parallel to the opening created by the coupling of the first layers 3901 and 3902. The slat component 3900 may be coupled to the head rail unit 3910 using a fixing mechanism 3960, and the surplus material 3906 may be fixed inside the slat component 3900 in the same manner as described above. However, since the surplus material extends horizontally, the overall length of the shade 3918 can be adjusted using the surplus material when the slat component 3900 is attached to the headrail unit 3910. In addition, the slat component 3900 of FIG. 2L may include an additional layer 3907 with a vertically extending through hole 3950 and / or a vertically extending flap 3970 that hides the string 3951, as shown in FIG. 2M. it can.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 2M, the plurality of slat components 3900 shown in FIG. 2L are coupled to a headrail unit 3910, which may be a bar, using a fixing mechanism 3960, where the width of the shade 3918. Is based on the width of each individual slat component 3900 shown in FIG. 2L and the number of slat components 3900 attached to the headrail unit 3910. In addition, the plurality of slat components 3900 may be coupled to each other using through holes 3950 and strings 3951 as described above. Although not shown in FIG. 2M, the through holes 3950 and the string 3951 are visible from view by an additional layer 3907 with flaps 3970 coupled to the outside of the slat component 3900, as described above with reference to FIG. 2L. You can hide it. The length of the shade 3918 is based in part on the surplus material 3906 and the surplus material 3906 that the user has decided to insert into the openings created by the two layers 3901 and 3902 of the slat components 3900 that are joined together. .. As shown in FIG. 2M, each slat component 3900 may have the same length or different lengths based on the user's choice. For example, the user may change the length of a particular slat component 3900 so that the shade 3918 surrounds the window air conditioner or other object. Alternatively, the shade 3918 can be attached to the wall so that the shade surrounds books and other items on the bookshelf mounted or placed on the wall, and the user can add the length of a particular slat component 3900. Can be changed.

FIG. 3A is a perspective view of the slat components of one or more embodiments described herein. The slat component 4000 may be a single layer instead of the two layers described with respect to FIGS. 2A-2M. The slat component 4000 may include a plurality of through holes 3950 at the top and bottom ends, which can be utilized to connect the slat components 4000 together in a similar manner as described above. In addition, the slat component 4000 can include an additional layer 3907 that includes a flap 3970 to hide the fixation mechanism used to connect the slat component 4000 together from view. The flap 3970 may be of the same or different material as the additional layer 3907. For example, the flap can be vinyl, plastic, cloth, and so on.

FIG. 3B is a rear view of the slat component 4000, which is a single layer. As shown in FIG. 3B, the plurality of through holes 3950 extend along the top and bottom of the slat component 4000. In addition, the back surface of the slat component 4000 can include a single clasp 4004 that runs vertically from top to bottom of the slat component 4000. The single clasp 4004 can, for example, hold a single strip 4005 on the back of the slat component 4000 to provide rigidity to the slat component 4000. That is, the single strip 4005 may be arranged to rest on the clasp 4004. Although referring to a single strip 4005 and a single clasp 4004, it is expressly contemplated that any number of strips 4005 and / or clasps 4004 may be utilized. For example, a single strip 4005 may be attached to the back of the slat component 4000 using a fixing mechanism (eg, hook-and-loop fastener) to eliminate the need or use of the clasp 4004.

In addition, the surplus material 4006 may be attached to the backside of the slat component 4000 and / or to a single strip 4005. For example, as shown in FIG. 3B, a single strip 4005 may include one or more slits 4007. The surplus material 4006 may be moved in and out of the continuous slits 4007 and the surplus material 4006 may be attached to a single strip 4005 to adjust the overall width of the slat component 4000. Alternatively, the surplus material 4006 utilizes a fixing mechanism such as one or more, but not limited to, strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like, or a combination thereof. And / or attached to the back side of the slat component 4000 and / or the strip 4005.

FIG. 3C is a detailed view of the shade 4018 including the slat component 4000 shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B. The top slat component 4000 includes, but is not limited to, a fixing mechanism such as one or more, but not limited to, strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips, etc. It can be used and attached to the head rail unit 3910. The slat components 4000 may be coupled together such that the shade 4018 covers the window opening (W). The user can utilize the surplus material 4006 to vary the width of the slat component 4000 so that the shade 4018 fits into the window opening W, eg, as described above with reference to FIG. 3B. In addition, the shade 4018 can be raised or lowered in any of a variety of ways, as described above and as known to those of skill in the art. Further, FIG. 3C shows a plurality of slat components 4000 connected to each other using through holes 3950 and strings 3951, although the slat components 4000 are, but are not limited to, strings, zippers. , Buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, one or more or combinations such as clips, etc., are expressly contemplated to be able to be coupled together using any of a variety of different fixing mechanisms.

In addition, the slat component 4000 of FIG. 3C can include an additional layer 3907 with flaps 3970. For example, referring to FIG. 3C, the third slat component 4000 from the top of shade 4018 includes an additional layer 3907 with a through hole 3950 and a flap 3970 that hides the string 3951 from view. FIG. 3C shows a third slat component 4000 containing an additional layer 3907 with flaps 3970, although any number of slat components 4000 may include an additional layer 3907 with flaps 3970. Is clearly intended.

In one embodiment, and in the front view as shown in FIG. 4, the shade 4100 may include a horizontally running headrail unit 4105. The ascending system 4110, which also moves horizontally, can be attached to the headrail unit 4105. For example, the ascending system is a roller spring system, counterbalance system, cord system, motor, or other ascending system known to those of skill in the art and / or utilized for ascending and descending the shade 4100 as described above. / Can include, but is not limited to, a descending mechanism. The headrail unit 4105 and the ascending system 4110 may be mounted on top of the window (W) or on the front of the window (W).

The upper part of one or more sheaths 4120 that can move vertically may be attached to the headrail unit 4105. FIG. 4 shows three sheaths 4120 that move vertically and are attached to the headrail unit 4105, but it is clear that the shade 4100 may include fewer or more sheaths 4120 attached to the headrail unit 4105. It is planned. One or more sheaths 4120 can be attached to the headrail unit 4105 using one or more or a combination of strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. ..

The one or more sheaths 4120 may include one or more external fixation mechanisms 4115 located at one or more points outside the sheath 4120. The one or more external fixation mechanisms 4115 may include one or more or a combination thereof such as strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. Further, each of the one or more external fixation mechanisms may include a slot opening 4138. In addition, the one or more external fixation mechanisms can be attached to or detached from the one or more sheaths in a variety of different ways known to those of skill in the art. For example, if the external fixation mechanism 4115 is a clip, the clip may be tied to the outside of the sheath 4120, sewn, or secured with hooks and loops.

In addition, one or more slat components 4130, as shown in FIG. 5, are one or more inserts 4132 arranged within the external fixation mechanism 4115 and slat component 4130 and / or slat component 4130 of the sheath 4120. It can be fixed to the shade 4100 via engagement with. For example, the external fixation mechanism 4115 is an upper part of the slat component, a slat configuration so that one or more inserts 4132 in the slat component 4130 can be seen and the external fixation mechanism 4115 can be attached to one or more inserts 4132. It can be attached to the bottom of the element, the center of the slat component, and / or the slat component 4130 may have a notch 4139 as shown in FIG. For example, the one or more external fixation mechanisms 4115 may be clips that clip to a portion of the one or more inserts 4132 that are exposed in the notch. Alternatively, the external fixation mechanism 4115 may be attached directly to the top, bottom, and / or intermediate portion of the slat component 4130.

In addition, Valence or an additional sheath 4170 can be attached to the headrail unit 4105 and / or the lifting system 4110 with one or more combinations of strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. It can be used to attach and hide the rollers from the user's view (as shown in Figure 9). Further, the slat configuration is such that the lower part of the first slat component 4130 is fixed to the sheath 4120 to hide or cover the fixing mechanism associated with the second slat component located directly below the first slat component. The height of the element 4130 and the position of the external fixation mechanism 4115 may be configured. Although FIG. 4 shows three slat components 4130 attached to the sheath 4120, it is clearly articulated that any number of slat components can be attached to the sheath 4120.

FIG. 5 shows a slat component 4130 that includes a first layer 4133 and a second layer 4134. As shown in FIG. 5, the first layer 4133 and the second layer 4134 are with the first layer 4133 so that an opening is created between the first layer 4133 and the second layer 4134. The second layer 4134 may be joined to each other at the upper and lower ends where it meets. In addition, the first layer 4133 and the second layer 4134 may be one or more, but not limited to, strings, zippers, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners such as Velcro®, clips and the like. They may be combined with each other in a variety of different ways, such as utilizing combinations. In addition, the slat component 4130 may include one or more slot openings 4138 and notches 4139.

The one or more inserts 4132 have a height substantially similar to the height of the slat component 4130 so that the one or more inserts 4132 can be inserted and secured within the slat component 4130. obtain. Alternatively, the one or more inserts 4132 may have adjustable heights. Since the one or more inserts 4132 are substantially similar in height to the slat component 4130, the one or more inserts 4132 fit tightly inside the internal opening of the slat component 4130. Rigidity can be provided to the slat component 4130. The overall width of the one or more inserts 4130 may be, for example, less than the overall width of the slat component 4130 so that the one or more inserts 4132 are present only in the central portion of the slat component 4130. Alternatively, the overall width of one or more inserts 4132 may be substantially similar in size to the width of the slat component 4130. Alternatively, the one or more inserts 4132 may have an adjustable width.

The one or more inserts 4132 can be in any of a variety of different shapes and sizes. For example, one or more inserts 4132 may have rounded ends so that the shade 4100 has rounded ends when the slat components 4130 are folded. With the rounded edges, the shade 4100 appears as a shade / blind of a rounded window.

The first and second layers of the slat component 4130 can be any of a variety of different materials such as, but not limited to, vinyl, plastic, bamboo, cloth and the like. Further, the first and second layers of the slat component 4130 may have different designs, patterns and the like. For example, the surface layer of the slat component 4130 facing the user can be the first pattern / material, while the back layer of the slat component 4130 not facing the user can be the second pattern / material. possible.

In addition, the slat component 4130 may include a headrail unit 4105, a roller 4110, and / or a surplus material 4140 that may extend beyond the width of the window opening (W). The surplus material 4140 of the first layer 4133 and the second layer 4134 may be secured to the internal opening of the slat component 4130 as described above with reference to FIG. 2C. Advantageously, the width of the slat component 4130 can be changed to any size desired by the user (eg, to match the width of the headrail unit 4105, rollers 4110, and / or window openings (W)). it can. In addition, the user can, for example, remove any number of slat components 4130 and have them cleaned or replaced. In addition or instead, the slat component 4130 can be turned to see a different pattern (eg, second layer 4134). In addition or instead, the slat component 4130 can be replaced with a brand new slat component 4130.

The ascending system 4110 is used to ascend and lower the shade 4100 as known to those skilled in the art and / or as described above. The ascending system 4110 can include one or more pullstrings 4125, where each pullstring 4125 is associated with a different sheath 4120 of one or more sheaths 4120. Specifically, the first end of each pullstring 4125 can be fixed to the ascending system 4110. The pullstring 4125 may then be fed through one or more slot openings 4138 of each external fixation mechanism 4115 associated with the particular sheath 4120, but at least the bottom associated with the particular sheath 4120. Can be sent to the slot opening 4138 of the external fixation mechanism 4115. The second end of the pullstring 4125 is tied to form a knot 4150 at a position where the pullstring 4125 passes through the slot opening 4138 of the bottom external fixation mechanism. When the ascending system 4110 is activated to raise the shade 4100, the knot 4150 of the pullstring 4125 is pulled so that the knot 4150 is caught in the slot opening 4138 of the outermost fixing mechanism 4115 at the bottom and raises the shade 4100. It is larger in size than the slot opening 4138 of the bottom external fixation mechanism 4115.

Specifically, when the shade 4100 is actuated to be lifted using the lift system 4110, the pullstring 4125 rises upward towards the lift system 4110, and the knot 4150 of the pullstring 4125 is external. It contacts the underside of the slot opening 4138 of the fixation mechanism and thus raises the sheath 4120 and slat component 4130.

In one embodiment, when the external fixation mechanism 4115 is attached to the bottom of the slat component 4130, the pullstring 4125 rises upward towards the ascending system 4110. Therefore, the knot 4150 of the pullstring 4125 contacts the underside of the slot opening 4138 of the external fixation mechanism 4115 and thus raises the sheath 4120 in a Venetian blind manner and also raises the slat components from the bottom.

In one embodiment, when the external fixation mechanism 4115 is attached to the bottom of the last slat component 4130, the pullstring is raised upwards towards the ascending system 4110. In this way, the knot 4150 of the pullstring 4125 contacts the underside of the slot opening 4138 of the external fixation mechanism 4115, thus raising the slats 4130 sequentially from the bottom in a Venetian blind manner.

FIG. 6 shows a front view of a lowered configuration shade 4100 with multiple slat components 4130 without valence, while FIG. 7 shows a lowered configuration with multiple slat components 4130 and valence 4170. The rear view of the shade 4100 of is shown. As shown in FIG. 6, the lower portion of the slat component 4130 covers / hides the fixing mechanism (s) used to secure the slat component 4130 located beneath. In addition, as shown in FIG. 7, the sheath 4120 is, for example, as a sheath knot 4180 so that the vertical length of the sheath can be changed to match the vertical height of different sized window openings (W). It may be united or tied.

In addition, FIG. 8 shows a front view of the shade 4100 in a partially raised configuration, while FIG. 9 shows a front view of the shade 4100 in a fully raised configuration. Further, FIG. 10 shows a rear view of the shade 4100 in a fully raised configuration. As seen in FIGS. 8, 9 and 10, the slat component 4130 rises in a uniform manner, where, for example, the slat component 4130 has the lowest slat component 4130 in the raised configuration at the rear. The tallest slat components 4130 are arranged one after the other so that they are at the front.

As is clear from the above, all my vertical blind assembly embodiments are very versatile and can be adapted to many window configurations. In addition, it is expressly contemplated that the different features of the different embodiments described herein will be available to each of the other embodiments described herein. For example, clip 2403 can be used in all embodiments of various alternative embodiments. Similarly, other components described for a particular diagram of the present application are available in all the figures and embodiments described herein. Various modules, including blind assemblies, can be manufactured and sold individually and connected to most window dimensions and shapes. In addition, assemblies can be sold as individual components / components, allowing individual components to be cleaned, moved, packed, and stored for easy shipping in minimal space. In addition, it can be easily installed by the average homeowner without the need for special tools. In addition, up and down footrails are referenced to extend and contract one or more slats, but the footrails remain stationary, the housing unit lowered (slat retracted), and then raised (slats retracted). Manipulating the slats (stretching the slats) is clearly intended.

Therefore, it can be seen that the above objectives are efficiently achieved among those clarified from the above explanations. Also, all matters contained in the above description or shown in the accompanying drawings are not in a limited sense, as certain modifications may be made to the above configuration without departing from the scope of the present invention. , Should be interpreted as an example.

It should also be understood that the following claims are intended to cover all of the general and specific features of the invention described herein.

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Multiple slat components, where at least two slat components of the slat components are joined together, where each slat component of the slat components includes an internal opening;
One or more strips arranged within the internal opening of each slat component of the plurality of slat components, wherein the first slat component of the plurality of slat components extends beyond the one or more strips. The surplus material is folded inward and bonded to a first slat component, wherein each of the slat components is configured to be individually removed and attached to each other. shade. Two strips of one or more strips overlap and join together, and the two strips that overlap here are adjustable to change the overall width of the shade, and the two strips are the first. The shade according to claim 1, which is fixed to the internal opening of the slat component of 1. The shade according to claim 1, wherein at least two slat components are coupled to each other using one or a combination of clips, strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners, and zippers. The shade according to claim 1, wherein the first slat component comprises a first layer and a second layer having different patterns. The shade according to claim 1, wherein the first strip placed within the first slat component is joined to a second strip placed within an adjacent or different slat component. Multiple slat components, where each slat component has two vertically extending ends and a width between the two immutable ends, where at least two slat components of the plurality of slat components. Are joined together, and here each slat component of multiple slat components includes an internal opening between the two ends;
One or more strips arranged within the internal opening of each slat component of the plurality of slat components, wherein the first slat component of the plurality of slat components extends beyond the one or more strips. The excess material is folded inward and combined with a first slat component, where each of the slat components is configured to be individually removed and attached to each other. .. Two strips of one or more strips overlap and join together, where the two overlapping strips are adjustable to change the overall length of the shade, and the two strips are the first. The shade according to claim 6, which is fixed to the internal opening of the slat component of 1. The shade according to claim 6, wherein at least two slat components are coupled to each other using one or a combination of clips, strings, buttons, magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners, and zippers. The shade according to claim 6, wherein each of the plurality of slat components is coupled to a headrail unit which is a bar. The shade according to claim 6, wherein the first strip placed within the first slat component is joined to a second strip placed within an adjacent or different slat component. sheath;
One or more slat components coupled to the outside of the sheath, where each slat component of one or more slat components includes an internal opening;
One or more strips arranged within the internal opening of each slat component of one or more slat components, wherein the surplus material of the first slat component of the one or more slat components is inside. Folded into and inserted into the end of the first slat component, where each of the one or more slat components is individually removed and shaded using one or more fixing mechanisms. Attached, including shade. Two strips of one or more strips overlap and join together, and the two strips that overlap here are adjustable to change the overall width of the shade, and the two strips The shade according to claim 11, which is fixed to the internal opening of the first slat component. 13. The shade of claim 13, wherein one or more slat components are coupled to the sheath using one of a string, a button, a magnet, a hook-and-loop fastener, and a zipper. The shade according to claim 11, wherein the shade is lowered when the sheath is pulled down, and the shade is raised when the sheath is pushed up. 14. The first slat component comprises one or more internal clasps, and one or more first strips are arranged so as to perch on one or more internal clasps, claim 14. Shade. Horizontal head rail unit;
Horizontal climbing system coupled to the headrail unit, where the climbing system includes a pullstring;
A vertical sheath coupled to the headrail unit, where the vertical sheath includes one or more external fixation mechanisms located outside the vertical sheath; as well as utilizing at least one or more external fixation mechanisms of the vertical sheath. , One or more slat components coupled to a vertical sheath,
Here the pullstring travels the length of the shade, and here the pullstring is associated with a particular slat component so that when the pullstring retracts, one or more slat components rise. Includes a knot located along the pullstring passing through the slot opening, and where each of the slat components of the plurality of slat components individually utilizes at least one or more external fixation mechanisms. Removed and attached to the shade,
Shade including. The first slat component includes an opening made up of two layers, and the surplus material of the first slat component is inserted into the opening to change the overall width of the first slat component. , The shade according to claim 16. When the shade is configured to rise, the pullstring rolls around the rise system, where one or more slat components are adjacent to each other when the shade is in the raised position. The shade according to claim 16, which includes a slat component. The first slat component comprises an opening made up of two layers, and one or more inserts are placed within the opening, where the length and width of the one or more inserts are adjustable. , The shade according to claim 16.

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