Patent ID: 7427101
Filing Date: 2008-09-23
Classification: A47C,E04H

Abstract:
1. A shelter comprising: a) a chair including a framework comprised of a plurality of interlocking frame pieces and a plurality of fabric members mounted to said frame pieces to define a seat, a backrest and first and second armrests including first and second pivot axles that project from distal ends of said first and second armrest defining frame pieces; b) first and second pivot pieces respectively mounted to radiate from said first and second pivot axles; c) a plurality of flexible struts mounted to said first and second pivot axles, span said framework, pivot about said first and second pivot axles, and engage said first and second pivot pieces; and d) a fabric cover fastened to said struts to rotate between a transport condition wherein said shelter collapses to a generally elongated, cylindrical configuration and a deployed condition wherein said struts and cover rotate to enclose and completely cover said chair.