Patent ID: 6672323
Filing Date: 2004-01-06
Classification: E04H,Y10S

Abstract:
A self-erecting structure of the type comprising:(a) a first continuous, resilient, closed substantially planar lower support loop member, said lower support loop member being adapted to contact a surface upon which the structure will rest when the structure is erected; (b) a second continuous, resilient, closed upper support loop member secured to the closed loop lower support member at at least two points; and (c) a fabric membrane extending around and enclosing said lower support loop member and said upper support loop member with portions of said upper support loop member being formed to position said portions apart from and above said lower support loop member, whereby said fabric membrane is formed into walls and a roof for said structure, said walls including an entry port for defining an enclosure within said fabric positioned around said support loop members, said upper support loop member supporting said walls and said roof, the improvement comprising said resilient loop members being comprised of at least one rod made of a material having a resilience and diameter such that said loop members can be folded into six concentric loops for storage purposes.