WO1997001009A1

WO1997001009A1 - Rapid deployment tent (rdt-1)

Info

Publication number: WO1997001009A1
Application number: PCT/US1995/007590
Authority: WO
Inventors: Calvin Christopher Griffin
Original assignee: Calvin Christopher Griffin
Priority date: 1995-06-21
Filing date: 1995-06-21
Publication date: 1997-01-09
Also published as: AU2902895A

Abstract

An outdoor shelter assembly (1) to provide temporary protection from natural climatic elements. The shelter assembly (1) has a built-in netting system (8) on door (3) and side windows (7), collapsible support structure (9), pegs (13) and tie-down tether ropes (11) that can be adjusted to accommodate differences in wind velocity and structural stresses.

Description

RAPID DEPLOYMENT TENT (RDT-1)

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Referring to the drawlings and particularly to FIG 1 there is a view of an assembled RAPID DEPLOYMENT TENT (RDT-1). The shelter which is constructed of a lightweight waterproof material is supported by two (2) collapsible aluminum poles (6) which are inserted into the sheaths (9) located at the front of the RDT-1 on the left and right sides of the RDT-1. The poles are pushed into the ground to a depth of approximately six (6) inches.

The poles (6) are placed far enough apart as to cause tension on the front portion of the RDT-1 sections (1) (3) (4) (5). Pegs are inserted into the ground approximately three (3) feet and horizontally adjacent to the erected poles (6), tie-down tether lines (10) should be looped over the pegs (13) and tension between poles (6) adjusted accordingly by the tension adjusters ( 12) located on the tether lines (10). Next, pegs (13) should be inserted through each of the two (2) straps (14) located on the rear of the RDT-1, pegs (13) should be positioned a sufficient distance from the front support poles (6) as to create enough tension in the area between the rear pegs (13) and the front support poles (6) (section 2). Next, pegs (13) should be inserted into the ground directly in front of the front support poles (6) approximately three (3) feet. Tie-down tether lines should be looped over the pegs (13) and tension on front tie-down lines (11) should be adjusted with the tension adjusters (12) to cause sufficient tension to cause the front overhang (4) to become extended. At this time all tension points should be adjusted as needed.

FIG 2. is a partial frontal and side view of the RDT-1 with the front flap (3) unzipped and down with the netting (5) fully secured with a zipper. The side ventilation flap is open

and supported by a flexible rod (8) which exposes the netting.

FIG 3. shows a slanted rectangular surface (15), horizontal flat surface (16), four (4) sets of straps (14) which hold the pegs (13) in place. Also shown is a partial top view of the sheathing (9) which the front support poles are enclosed, the side tether lines (10), pegs (13) and tension adjusters (12) are also shown.

FIG 4. is a close-up view of the peg (13), tie-down lines

(10 & 11) and tension adjuster (12).

FIG 5. is a view of one of four rear pegs (13) held in place by two straps (14) which anchors the rear of the RDT-1.

FIG 6. shows a side view of the RDT-1 with open ventilation flap.

FIG 7. is a side view of the ventilation window in an open position with the flap (7) held open by a flexible rod (18).

FIG 8. is a close-up view of an open ventilation window which includes the outside view of the zipper (17), supporting rod (18) and netting (8).

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWLINGS

In accordance with the foregoing, the invention will be described in reference to the accompanying drawlings, in which:

FIG 1. is a partial perspective view of the RDT-1 with the front door flap 3/4 closed with the inside netting fully zipped-up.

FIG 2. is a partial perspective view of the RDT-1 with the front door flap down and the inside netting flap fully secured and the side ventilation window open.

FIG 3. is a rear view of the shelter with side supporting ropes extended.

FIG 4. is a close-up view of the peg and tether system.

FIG 5. shows a close-up view of one of four pegs with supporting straps to hold pegs in place.

FIG 6. is a side view of the RDT-1 with ventilation flap open.

FIG 7. is a side view of the side ventilation window flap in an open position with a flexible support rod to keep the window flap open.

FIG 8. is a close-up frontal view of the ventilation window open showing the outside view of the zipper and flap support.

Claims

CLAIM

I Claim: in combination, an article of temporary shelter which is constructed of materials that will provide protection from natural climatic elements, comprising:

(a) Six (6) surfaces of material of varing sizes form the main structure to include the front overhang, sufficient in size as to accommodate use by one or more human beings for temporary shelter.

(b) Two (2) ventilation windows with netting that can be opened by a zipper. Said ventilation system also has a material flap to be opened or closed when needed and held in an open position when needed by a flexible rod. Ventilation system located on sides of shelter.

(c) A large curved opening in the front of the shelter serves as an entrance and exit point to the shelter. A material panel, when closed protects the interior from external climatic elements and provides privacy. A double 2ipper enables full or partial closing. Said opening also has a double zippered panel made of netting to provide a barrier against insects.

(d) Four (4) tether ropes (2 frontal and 2 side) to provide stability and tension to said shelter.

(e) Two collapsible poles to provide verticle support for said shelter.

(f) Means to secure said shelter to ground surface.