Patent ID: 8262027
Filing Date: 2012-09-11
Classification: A63H

Abstract:
1. A folding structure for a kite comprising an internal structure based on rods assembled within an interior of an external part of the kite's fabric; the internal structure comprising: a central longitudinal rod running through the kite; a plurality of tensioning trusses with folding arms, the tensioning trusses being slidably movable in either direction along the longitudinal rod; a plurality of tensioning rods mounted to the tensioning trusses, and which comprise the folding structure of the kite; a string running the entire length of the kite and connected to the tensioning trusses; a manual pull ring fitted to each extreme of the string; wherein pulling the string in a first direction subjects, the tensioning rods to a positive tension and the fabric of the kite is automatically unfolded; and wherein pulling the string in a second opposite direction releases the positive tension and the kite folds automatically.