Abstract:
A support assembly for a collapsible automobile shade such as a pleated or folding screen which can be selectively moved between a collapsed position for storage and an open position for placement in a vehicle window. The support assembly consists of one or more arcuate compressible members which extend beyond the perimeter of the pleated or folding screen. Each of the arcuate compressible members is resiliently compressible, for the purpose of conforming to an edge or perimeter of an automobile window in which the shade is installed, while maintaining the screen in an open position, thereby supplying an expansive force to hold the shade in place in the open position. The shade can also be provided with a pocket.

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
   This is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 11/026,990 filed Dec. 30, 2004, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/610,848 filed Jun. 30, 2003 now abandoned which is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 10/118,549 (now U.S. Pat. No. 6,705,381) filed Apr. 8, 2002, which claims priority to provisional application Ser. No. 60/284,976, Apr. 20, 2001 which is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 10/307,482 (now abandoned) filed Dec. 2, 2002, which is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 10/116,946 (now U.S. Pat. No. 6,691,762) filed Apr. 8, 2002, which is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 09/766,557 (now U.S. Pat. No. 6,561,257) filed Jan. 19, 2001, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 09/417,277 (now U.S. Pat. No. 6,192,967) filed Oct. 13, 1999, which claims benefit of provisional application Ser. No. 60/104,703, filed Oct. 19, 1998. All of the above noted applications and patents are incorporated herein by reference. 

   BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
   The present invention relates generally to collapsible shades designed to for fitment in a window, such as of an automobile, so as to protect the interior by preventing the entrance of damaging sun rays and the generation of damaging heat, and in particular, to a support structures biasing collapsible or folding windows shades in an automobile window and against adjacent fixtures. Numerous styles of window screens and shades adapted for use in automobiles have long been available in the art. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 5,035,460 for an automobile window protector, and which is incorporated herein by reference, shows the fabrication of such a screen, made of flexible material, and which could be applied to either the interior or exterior of the window of an automobile. In addition, U.S. Pat. No. 5,024,262, and which is incorporated herein by reference, shows a compactly foldable automobile sunshade, which provides for inherent resiliency, at least around its perimeter loop, to hold the shade in an opened configuration, and to provide sunlight protection at the vicinity of the automobile window, but which is capable of significant reduction in size through the folding of the frame into a more compact arrangement for suitable for storage. 
   During use, an automobile windows shade is typically installed adjacent an automobile window, blocking incoming sunlight or providing interior privacy. However, if the automobile window and the shade do not have exactly the same dimensions, the shade may not function as desired. For example, if the window shade is smaller than the window in which it is installed, it may not stay in place without the aid of fasteners or ties to hold it to the window. Alternatively, if the shade is larger than the window in which it is installed, the shade may bow or wrinkle when fitted into the perimeter of the window, leaving gaps or causing damage to the shade. 
   Accordingly, there is a need for an automobile window shade support assembly which permits a collapsible or folding automobile window shade to securely fit within a wide variety of automobile windows of varying shapes and sizes which are larger than the shade without bowing, wrinkling, or experiencing damage, and without the need for fasteners or ties. 
   SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
   Briefly stated, the present invention comprises a support assembly for a collapsible automobile shade material such as a pleated or folding screen which can be selectively moved between a collapsed position for storage and an open position for placement in a vehicle window. The support assembly consists of one or more flexible members which extend beyond the perimeter of the shade material. Each of the flexible members is resiliently compressible, for the purpose of conforming to an edge or perimeter of an automobile window in which the shade is installed, while maintaining the screen in an open position, supplying an expansive force to hold the shade material in place in the open position. 
   In a second embodiment, each of the flexible members comprising the support assembly is adjustable to alter the extension of each of the flexible members beyond the perimeter of the shade material. A slide clasp is configured to permit each flexible member to slide along the perimeter of the shade, between a fully extended position having maximum displacement from the perimeter of the shade material, and a retracted position adjacent the perimeter of the shade material. Each flexible member is configured to adjust as required to facilitate the installation of the shade in automobile windows of varying shapes and sizes. 
   In a third embodiment, the support assembly includes one or more rigid mounting elements spaced about the perimeter of the collapsible automobile shade. Each rigid mounting element is configured to grip or seat on an edge or perimeter of an automobile window in which the shade is installed, supplying a holding force to secure the shade in place in the open position. 
   In a fourth embodiment, the support assembly for a rectangular collapsible automobile shade includes one or more flexible members which extend beyond the perimeter of the shade material in combination with one or more rigid mounting elements. The rigid mounting elements are disposed at the corners of the collapsible shade, and are interconnected by the flexible members, which provide an expansive force to seat the rigid mounting elements against the edge or perimeter of an automobile window in which the shade is installed in an open position. 
   The compressible members can be formed from either one section or two sections of metal bands. If formed from two sections, then the two metal bands can be joined together by appropriate means, such as a clamp. 
   The material from which the screens of the shades are made can be stretchable. Preferably, the screen material is stretchable in two opposed directions. The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the invention as well as presently preferred embodiments thereof will become more apparent from the reading of the following description in connection with the accompanying drawings. 

   
     BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
     In the accompanying drawings which form part of the specification: 
       FIG. 1  is front view of one embodiment of the collapsible automobile shade of the present invention, illustrating a circular support assembly integrated with a generally rectangular screen; 
       FIG. 1A  is an enlarged view of the mounting of the screen to the frame of the shade. 
       FIG. 2  is front view of one embodiment of the collapsible automobile shade of the present invention, illustrating a circular support assembly integrated with a generally square screen; 
       FIG. 3  is a front view of one embodiment of the collapsible automobile shade if the present invention, illustrating a flexible member support assembly disposed adjacent one edge of a rectangular screen; 
       FIG. 4  illustrates the flexible support member of  FIG. 3  secured to the edge of the rectangular screen, defining a pair of compressible bulges; 
       FIG. 5  is front view of one embodiment of the collapsible automobile shade of the present invention, illustrating a circular support assembly secured to a generally rectangular screen; 
       FIG. 6  is a front view of one embodiment of the collapsible automobile shade of the present invention, illustrating a support assembly consisting of a plurality of flexible members secured adjacent to the corners of a generally rectangular screen; 
       FIG. 7  is a perspective view of one embodiment of the collapsible automobile shade of the present invention, illustrating a support assembly consisting of a plurality of opposing flexible members secured to the perimeter of a circular screen; 
       FIG. 8  is a perspective view of a three-piece folding automobile shade, with each piece including the flexible support member of  FIG. 3 ; 
       FIG. 9  is a perspective view of a multi-piece folding automobile shade, with a pair of pieces including the flexible support member of  FIG. 3 ; 
       FIG. 10  is a perspective view of an automobile with various embodiments of the collapsible automobile shades installed in the front and side windows; 
       FIG. 11  is a perspective view of an automobile with the embodiment of the collapsible automobile shade of  FIG. 6  installed in the rear window; 
       FIG. 12  is an exploded perspective view of a sliding clamp assembly utilized to secure a flexible support member of the present invention to an automobile shade perimeter; 
       FIG. 13  is a sectional view of the sliding clamp assembly of  FIG. 12 ; 
       FIG. 14  is an exploded perspective view of an alternate embodiment sliding clamp assembly; 
       FIG. 15  is a perspective of the alternate embodiment sliding clamp assembly of  FIG. 14 ; 
       FIG. 16  is a perspective view of another alternate embodiment sliding clamp assembly; 
       FIG. 17  is a perspective view of a rigid mounting element utilizes to secure an automobile shade to a vehicle window perimeter; 
       FIG. 18  is a front view of one embodiment of a collapsible automobile shade of the present invention with a plurality of rigid mounting elements of  FIG. 17 ; 
       FIG. 19  is a front view of one embodiment of a collapsible automobile shade of the present invention with a pair of rigid mounting elements of  FIG. 17  disposed on a flexible support member of  FIG. 3 ; 
       FIG. 20  is a front view of one embodiment of a collapsible automobile shade of the present invention with a pair of rigid mounting elements of  FIG. 17  disposed on a flexible support member of  FIG. 4 ; 
       FIG. 21  is a front view of one embodiment of a folding automobile shade of the present invention with a pair of rigid mounting elements of  FIG. 17  disposed on either end of an expanding support shaft; 
       FIG. 22  is a perspective view of an alternative shade, similar to the shade of  FIG. 1 , but provided with a pocket; 
       FIG. 23  is a perspective view of an alternative shade, similar to the shade of  FIG. 3 , but provided with a pocket and showing that a sign can be placed in the pocket; 
       FIGS. 24 and 25  are plan views showing alternative manners of applying the compressible member to the shade; 
       FIG. 26  is an isometric view of a window shade suspended upon an automobile window; 
       FIGS. 27 and 28  show a clip used to suspend the window shade by its frame; 
       FIGS. 29 through 32  show a clip with a pin that engages a hole in a stem that allows for adjusting the elevation of a window shade; 
       FIGS. 33 through 35  show a clip with a pin engaging a slotted connection of a stem; 
       FIGS. 36 through 38  show a clip with a centered hole engaging a pin upon a stem that permits adjusting the elevation of a window shade; 
       FIG. 39  shows an alternate embodiment of a clip with a band through which a stem passes which allows adjusting a window shade&#39;s elevation upon a window; 
       FIG. 40  shows an alternate embodiment of the clip and stem where the stem connects to a clip in the form of a suction cup; 
       FIG. 41  shows an alternate embodiment of the clip and the stem that permits adjusting the window shade relative to the top edge of the window glass; 
       FIGS. 42 through 44  describe alternate embodiments of the clip introduced in  FIG. 41 ; 
       FIG. 45  describes the assembly of the spring loaded stem and  FIG. 46  shows the spring loaded stem in use with a window shade. 
       FIGS. 47 through 49  describe clips that connect with straps to form resilient members that position a window shade within a frame of a car; 
       FIGS. 50 and 51  show a releasable clip that allows adjustment of the resilient member length; 
       FIG. 52  shows an alternate embodiment of the clip connecting the resilient member to the compressible member; 
       FIGS. 53A ,  53 B,  53 C, and  53 D show side views of the components of the alternate embodiment of the clip; 
       FIG. 54  shows the resilient members upon adjacent window shades for use in the front windshield of a car; 
       FIG. 55  shows a window shade with a clip slideably engaged upon the resilient member; 
       FIG. 56A  is an isometric view of a clip that slideably grasps a resilient member, 
       FIG. 56B  is a side view of the clip; 
       FIG. 57  is an isometric view of an alternate embodiment of the clip for slideable engagement; 
       FIG. 58  is a top view of a clip for slideable engagement; 
       FIG. 59  is a top view of an alternate embodiment of the clip having a swivel feature; 
       FIG. 60  is an isometric view of an extended clip for slideable engagement; 
       FIG. 61  is an alternate embodiment of the clip having a single slot for a strap; 
       FIG. 62  is an alternate embodiment of the clip having two branches and 
       FIG. 63  shows this alternate embodiment in use; 
       FIG. 64  is an alternate embodiment of the clip having hinged covers outside of the body; 
       FIG. 65  shows the alternate embodiment installed upon a shade; and, 
       FIG. 66  shows the alternate embodiment with the covers closed upon the body at the corner of a shade. 
   

   Corresponding reference numerals indicate corresponding parts throughout the several figures of the drawings. 
   DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT 
   The following detailed description illustrates the invention by way of example and not by way of limitation. The description clearly enables one skilled in the art to make and use the invention, describes several embodiments, adaptations, variations, alternatives, and uses of the invention, including what is presently believed to be the best mode of carrying out the invention. 
   In referring to the drawings, and in particular to  FIG. 1 , one embodiment of the support structure  10  associated with a collapsible automobile shade  12  is disclosed. The collapsible automobile shade  12  includes a shaped screen  14  of fabric-like material which may be cloth, mesh, polymer, or even Mylar. Preferably, the material easily deforms into any shape without a memory. When the automobile shade  12  is expanded, as shown in  FIG. 1 , the shaped screen  14  is held in an open configuration, in this particular instance being generally rectangular, and which can be used as a sun shade or privacy screen, internally of an automobile windshield or window. The outer edge  16  of the shaped screen  14  defines a perimeter boundary or border, which in this illustrative embodiment is made from simply rolling the outer edge back on itself and securing the edge by sewing. 
   It will be recognized by those of ordinary skill in the art that the particular shape for the shaped screen  14  may undertake various configurations, and such shapes may include the rectangular form as shown in  FIG. 1 , a square form as shown in  FIG. 2 , an oval, circular, or truncated configuration, depending upon the particular automobile make and model for which the screen is intended for use. 
   As seen in the embodiments of  FIGS. 1 and 2 , the support structure  10  comprises a spring-like compressible member  18  extending beyond a portion of the outer edge  16  of the shaped screen  14 . The compressible member  18  is a single continuous length of spring-like or resiliently compressible material, such as a thin metal band having an inherent shape memory, forming a circular framework  19  for supporting the shaped screen  14  in an open configuration. The spring-like or resilient nature of the compressible member  18  permits the collapsible automobile shade  12  to be reversibly twisted in upon itself in a conventional manner, into a compact and overlapping collapsed configuration suitable for storage. Preferably, the compressible member  18  and the shaped screen  14  are coupled by incorporating the compressible member  18  into the outer edge  16  or border of the shaped screen  14 . 
   In a third embodiment, shown in  FIG. 3 , a single compressible member  18  forms an arcuate framework  22  for supporting the shaped screen  14  in an open configuration. The arcuate framework  22  is secured to the perimeter boundary of the shaped screen  14  in a conventional manner at two fixed attachment points  24 A,  24 B, such as by crimping or clamping. Alternatively, as shown by a variation of the third embodiment in  FIG. 4 , the arcuate framework  22  may include a centrally disposed third fixed attachment point  24 C, forming a pair of arcuate elements  22 A,  22 B adjacent one edge of the shaped screen  14  from the single compressible member  18 . 
   In a fourth embodiment shown in  FIG. 5 , a single compressible member  18  is disposed in a circular configuration  26  about the outer edge  16  of the shaped screen  14 , in an open configuration. Unlike the embodiment shown in  FIG. 1 , the shaped screen  14  in this embodiment is secured to the compressible member  18  by a plurality of fixed attachment points  24 A,  24 B,  24 C, and  24 D in spaced relationship about the perimeter boundary of the shaped screen  14 . 
   In a fifth embodiment shown in  FIG. 6 , a single compressible member  18  is disposed about the outer edge  16  of the shaped screen  14  in an open configuration. The compressible member  18  is secured to the outer edge  16  of the shaped screen  14  by a plurality of fixed attachment points  24 A- 24 H, such that portions  30  of the compressible member  18  adjacent corner regions  29  of the shaped screen  14  are spaced apart there from and, as shown, for segments of circles, while portions  32  of the compressible member  18  adjacent the elongated sides of the shaped screen  14  are substantially parallel there to. 
   In a sixth embodiment shown in  FIG. 7 , a pair of compressible members  18  are disposed in spaced relationship about the outer edge  16  of the shaped screen  14  in an open circular configuration. Each compressible member  18  forms an arcuate framework  34  spaced apart from the outer edge  16  for supporting the shaped screen  14  in an open configuration. Each arcuate framework  34  is secured to the perimeter boundary of the shaped screen  14  at two fixed attachment points  24 A,  24 B and  24 C,  24 D, respectively. 
   In a seventh embodiment shown in  FIG. 8 , the support structure  10  is adapted for use with a conventional folding automobile shade  40  comprising a number of rigid shade panels  50 A,  50 B, and  50 C. The shade  40  is configured to fold in a conventional manner along seams  52  disposed between each shade panel  50 A,  50 B, and  50 C, from an open configuration to a closed configuration. The adapted support structure  10  includes a compressible member  18  associated with each rigid shade panel  50 A,  50 B, and  50 C. Each compressible member  18  forms an arcuate framework  54  for supporting the associated rigid shade panel  50 A,  50 B, and  50 C in an open configuration, and is secured to an outer edge of the associated rigid shade panel at two or more fixed attachment points  56 . 
   In a variation on the seventh embodiment, shown in  FIG. 9 , only a limited number of the individual rigid shade panels  60 A- 60 E comprising a conventional folding automobile shade  60  are provided with associated compressible members  18  of the support structure  10 . 
     FIGS. 10 and 11  illustrate the use and operation of the support structure  10  of the present invention to secure a collapsible automobile shade  12  in an automobile window  100 . A collapsible automobile shade  12  is initially unfolded or expanded to a fully open configuration such as shown in  FIGS. 1-9 . Preferably, the shade  12  is selected to include a shaped screen  14  having overall dimensions equal to or smaller than those of the frame  102  of the automobile window  100  in which it is to be installed, and to include a compressible member  18  such that the combined maximum dimensions of the support structure  10  and the shaped screen  14  are greater than at least one corresponding dimension of the automobile window  100 . For example, it is preferable that for an automobile window having a 20.0 inch height dimension, a collapsible automobile shade  12  be selected to have a height of the shaped screen  14 , combined with that of the compressible member  18 , which exceed 20.0 inches. 
   When installed against the automobile window  100 , the components of the support structure  10  are reversibly deformed and compressed to fit within the frame  102 , providing tensioned support for the shaped screen  14  by transferring the compressive loads to the outer edge  16  of the shaped screen  14 . For example, turning to  FIG. 10 , an embodiment of the present invention shown in  FIG. 1  is shown installed in the automobile window  100  of a rear door  104 . A pair of similar automobile shades  12  is seen installed in the windshield  100 A. The compressible member  18 , initially defining a circular framework  19  within which the shaped screen  14  is held, is deformed and compressed by the frame  102  into a substantially rectangular configuration, reducing the spacing between the shaped screen  14  and the compressible member  18  above and below the shaped screen  14 . The inherent shape memory of the spring-like compressible member  18  resists compression by the window frame  102 , exerting an outwardly directed holding force against the window frame  102 , maintaining the automobile shade  12  in position against the window  100 . 
   Each embodiment of the support structure  10  shown in  FIGS. 1-9  is utilized in a similar manner to that described above. As shown in  FIG. 11 , the embodiment of the present invention shown in  FIG. 6  is illustrated in use to secure an automobile shade  12  in an open configuration against a rear window  100 B of an automobile. Specifically, each of the portions  30  of the compressible member  18  adjacent corner regions  29  of the shaped screen  14  is compressed against the corresponding corners of the rear window frame  102 B, providing a tensioning support to maintain the automobile shade  12  in place against the rear window  100 B. 
   For some applications of the support structure  10 , it is desirable to alter the spacing between the compressible members  18  and the shade material  14 , so as to permit an automobile shade  12  including the support structure  10  to be utilized in automobile windows  100  having a wide range of dimensions. Turning to  FIGS. 12 and 13 , an alternate embodiment of the support structure  10  is shown to include a slide coupler  200  utilized in place of a fixed attachment point to secure the compressible member  18  to the outer edge  16  of the shade material  14 . The slide coupler  200  consists of a coupler body  202  which is secured to one end of the compressible member  18 , preferably by a locking dowel  204  or other conventional attachment means passing through the compressible member  18  seated in a recess  206 , and engaging the coupler body  202 . The coupler body  202  further includes a channel  208  into which the outer edge  16  of the automobile shade  12  is seated. A release button  210 , biased by a spring  212  is seated in a bore  214  intersecting the channel  208 . The release button  210  includes a second channel  211  aligned parallel with the channel  208 , and is biased by spring  212  to exert a locking pressure against the outer edge  16 , securing the slide coupler  200  against sliding movement relative to the outer edge  16 . When in the biased (locking) position, a portion of the release button  210  protrudes from the bore  214 , beyond the face of coupler body  202 . 
   When depressed inward towards the coupler body  202 , the release button  210  compresses the spring  212 , and shifts the second channel  211  into longitudinal alignment with the channel  208 . When channel  208  and the second channel  211  are in longitudinal alignment, the slide coupler  200  is capable of sliding movement along the outer edge  16 . When released, the release button  210  is biased outward from the coupler body  202  by the spring  212 , moving the second channel  211  into parallel alignment with the channel  208 , and trapping a portion of the outer edge  16  there between. The trapped portion of the outer edge  16  resists sliding movement by the slide coupler  200 , securing the compressible member  18  in a fixed location relative thereto. 
   Using the slide coupler  200  it is possible to alter the spacing between the compressible members  18  and the shade material  14 , so as to permit an automobile shade  12  including the support structure  10  to be utilized in automobile windows  100  having a wide range of dimensions. Specifically, by sliding the slide coupler  200 , and accordingly, the compressible member  18  along the outer edge  16  of the automobile shade  12 , the displacement of portions of the compressible member  18  from the outer edge  16  will either increase or decrease, permitting use of the automobile shade and support structure  10  in either larger or smaller windows. 
   Turning to  FIGS. 14 and 15 , a first alternate embodiment of the slide coupler suitable for use on an automobile shade  12  having a rigid outer edge  16  is shown. The slide coupler  300  includes an upper clamp plate  302 , a lower clamp plate  304 , and a face plate  306 . One end of a compressible member  18  is secured between the upper clamp plate  302  and the lower clamp plate  304  by a pair of locking dowels  308  passing through aligned bores in the clamp plates and the compressible member  18 . The face plate  306  is bonded to an edge of the upper clamp plate  302 , and provides a pivot  310  for a cam lever  312 . The cam lever  312  includes a cam surface  314  in alignment with an opening  316  in the face plate  306 . 
   As best seen in  FIG. 15 , when installed as part of a support structure  10 , the slide coupler  300  is secured to a rigid outer edge  16  of an automobile shade by the lower retaining lip  318  on the upper clamp plate  302  and the face plate  306 . The rigid outer edge  16  is further aligned with the opening  316  in the face plate  306 , such that the cam surface  314  is engaged thereto. Depressing the cam lever  312  rotates the cam surface  314  about the pivot  310 , away from the outer edge  16 , permitting the slide coupler  300  and attached compressible member  18  to slide along the outer edge  16 . When a desired position is reached, the cam lever  312  is released, and the cam surface  314  again engages the outer edge  16  through the opening  316 , securing the slide coupler  300  in a fixed position relative to the outer edge  16 . 
   Turning to  FIG. 16 , a variation of the slide coupler  300  is shown to include a second cam lever  320  in place of the locking dowels  308 . The second cam lever  320  operates identically to the cam lever  312 , but instead engages an edge of the compressible member  18  through a correspondingly positioned opening. Absent the engagement of the second cam lever  312 , the compressible member  18  is free to slide through the slide coupler  300 . When engaged by the second cam lever  312 , the compressible member  18  is fixed in place relative to the slide coupler  300 . By providing a pair of cam levers  312 ,  320 , the slide coupler location may be moved about the outer edge  16  of the automobile shade  12 , and the length of the compressible member  18  may be adjusted by controlled movement through the slide coupler  300 . 
   To facilitate holding an automobile shade  12  in a vehicle window, one or more rigid mounting elements  400 , such as shown in  FIG. 17  through  FIG. 21  may be utilized. Preferably, a plurality of rigid mounting elements  400  are disposed in a spaced relationship about the perimeter of the automobile shade  12 , at each corner of the shade material  14  or support structure  10 . Each rigid mounting element  400  is secured to either a framework  402  incorporated into the outer edge  16  of the shade material  14 , or to elements of the support structure  10 , such as a compressible member  18 . Preferably, each rigid mounting element  400  includes an L-shaped body  404  defining a pair of extensions  405 A,  405 B, and having a friction surface  406  disposed at the apex. Each extension  405 A and  405 B is configured to receive either a portion of the framework  402  as shown in  FIGS. 17 ,  18 , and  21 , or elements of the support structure  10  as shown in  FIGS. 19 and 20 , in a fixed relationship. 
   During use, when the automobile shade  12  is in an open configuration such as shown in  FIG. 21 , and placed in a window  100  of an automobile, the friction surface  406  on each rigid mounting element  400  seats against the framework  102  surrounding the window  100 , to provide a positive contact against which the automobile shade  12  and/or support structure  10  can exert a holding force to maintain the automobile shade  12  in place adjacent the window  100 . 
   An alternative shade  500  is shown in  FIG. 22 . The shade  500  is similar to the shade  10  of  FIG. 3 , but which is provided with a pocket  502 . The shade  500 , like the shade  10 , includes a screen  504 . To form the pocket  502 , the shade is provided with a second layer  506  of material which overlies the first layer  504  of screening material. The second layer  506  of material is preferably as wide as the first layer of screening material  504 , so that the two layers of material can be joined at their periphery. Additionally, the lower edge of the second layer  506  is joined to the lower edge of the first layer  504 , to form a bottom of the pocket  502 . Although the layer  506  is shown to have a height equal to the height of the layer  504 , the second layer can have a height less than the height of the first layer, in which case, the pocket  502  will have a depth less than the height of the screen  504 . Additionally, the second layer  506  can be mounted to the first layer  504 , such that the bottom of the second layer (and hence the bottom of the pocket  502 ) are above the bottom of the first layer  504 . A second pocketed shade  510  is shown in  FIG. 23 . The shade  510  is constructed similarly to the shade of  FIG. 3  and is provided with a pocket in the same manner as discussed above in conjunction with the shade  500 . The shade  510  is shown to be able to receive a plaque or sign  512 . This sign  512  can simply be decorative. Alternatively, the sign  512  can contain a message, such as “Send Help”. To facilitate insertion of the sign  512  into the pocket  514  of shade  510 , the first and second layers  516  and  518  are preferably made from stretchable material. Further, the material from which the layers are made can stretch along two axes so that the material can be stretched in two opposing directions (i.e., widthwise and heightwise). Additionally, to enable the plaque  512  to be seen, the second layer  518  of material is preferable transparent or made from an open mesh. 
   In  FIGS. 24 and 25 , a shade  600  is shown which is similar to the shade  10  of  FIG. 3 . However, in the shade  600 , the perimeter of the screen forms pockets or openings  602 , there being two opposed openings  602  along the top edge of the screen and two opposed openings  602  along the bottom edge of the screen. The compressible member  18  is then received in opposed openings  602 , as shown in  FIGS. 24 and 25 . As seen in  FIG. 24 , the compressible member  18  can be formed from a single piece, in which case, the member  18  has a length greater than the length of the edge of the shade  600 , such that the compressible member will bow or bend outwardly from the screen of the shade. As seen in  FIG. 25 , the compressible member can be comprised of a pair of shorter members  18   a, b , which have a combined length greater than that of the edge of the shade. The ends of the two members  18   a, b  are then joined together by an appropriate connector. 
     FIG. 26  begins the illustration of this embodiment of the present invention focusing upon suspending a window shade  14  from the upper edge of a window  100  in an automobile. A suspension means or clip  700  fits upon the upper edge and then descends upon the inside of the window  100  glass. The clip then grasps the compressible member  18  of a shade  14 . 
   A clip  700  appears generally in  FIG. 27 . The clip begins upon the upper end with a lip  701 . The lip has a generally inverted U shape that extends for the width of the clip. Upon one branch of the lip, used upon the interior of a window, a body  702  joins to the lip. The body is generally thicker than the lip and also extends for the width of the clip. Below the body, a clamp  703  descends. The clamp has a shoulder  703   a  that joins to the body and two parallel spaced apart legs  703   b  that depend from the shoulder. The legs and shoulder cooperate to form a lateral opening through the clamp. The opening extends for the width of the clip and generally has the same shape as the cross section of the compressible member  18  in the shade  14 . 
     FIG. 28  shows an alternate embodiment of the clip  700 , particularly in the clamp  703 . In this embodiment, the clamp has two legs however, the interior leg  703   b , that is closest to the interior of an automobile and generally opposite the lip, is longer than the other leg. The shoulder and legs still cooperate to provide an opening that receives the cross section of the compressible member. 
   Then  FIG. 29  shows another alternate embodiment of the clamp  703 . In this embodiment, the clamp has a shoulder with depending legs as before but not a body and not a lip. The shoulder has a generally inverted U shape that extends for the width of the clamp. Above the legs upon one side, the exterior, as in closest to the window  100 , the shoulder has a pin  704 . The pin extends perpendicular to the shoulder and to the legs. Opposite the clamp, a stem  705  has a generally elongated shape, here shown as rectangular. The stem has a thickened portion with a pattern of holes upon the centerline. The holes extend through the stem. Opposite the thickened portion, the stem has a lip  701 , generally an inverted U shape of thinner thickness than the remainder of the stem. The lip  701  fits over window  100  glass as then shown in  FIG. 30 . In use, the pin  704   c  is inserted into a selected hole while the lip is placed upon the upper edge of a window. By selecting a hole for the pin, the elevation of the window shade is adjusted by a motorist. As before, the opening formed by the shoulder and the legs admits the compressible member  18 . 
     FIG. 31  shows an alternate embodiment from the clamp of  FIG. 29 . In  FIG. 31  the clamp has a perpendicular pin  704  as before while the stem is arranged perpendicular to the lip  701 . The stem  705  has a pattern of holes that accept the pin. In this arrangement, the stem maintains a window shade at a constant height yet permits adjustment of the shade left to right upon a window.  FIG. 32  shows another alternate embodiment of the stem with a cruciform shape. The stem has a pattern of holes upon a vertical portion and a horizontal portion. The stem in cooperation with the clamp permits adjustment of the window shade up and down and left to right upon a window.  FIG. 33  shows another alternate embodiment for the stem. The stem here has an elongated slot  706  extending longitudinally upon the interior face of the stem. The slot has a widened end towards the lip that receives the head  704   a  of a pin. The remainder of the slot has a width similar to that of the diameter of the pin where the pin joins to the clip. In an alternate embodiment, the pin has a head upon a shaft  704   b . The head has an oval shape where turning the clamp, so the legs are horizontal allows for insertion of the head into the slot and returning the clip so the legs are vertical secures, the clamp into the slot. 
     FIG. 34  continues the alternate embodiments of the stem. Here, the stem, similar to  FIG. 31 , has an arrangement generally horizontal with the stem perpendicular to the lip. The stem has a slot  706  generally lengthwise that receives the head  704   a  of a pin extending from the clamp. The slot has a widened circular opening centered and slightly above the slot. The circular opening receives the head  704   a  of a pin and permits the clamp to slide downwards into the narrower slot. The slot has the same width as the shaft of the pin. The slot allows the clip carrying the window shade to slide left to right.  FIG. 35  has a cruciform shape similar to  FIG. 32  but having slots  706  upon the horizontal and vertical portions of the stem  705 . The slot upon the vertical portion has a centered and slightly higher circular opening to admit the head  704   a  of a pin. The slot then has a width similar to the diameter of the shaft  704   b  of a pin. The slots permit the clip to adjust the position of the window shade vertically and horizontally. 
   Viewing the connection of clip to stem differently,  FIG. 36  shows a clamp  703  having a shoulder  703   a  and two depending spaced apart legs  703   b . Upon the shoulder on one side of the clamp, a hole  707  receives the head  704   a  of a pin. The pin, as part of a plurality upon the stem, temporarily connects he clamp to the stem. Here, the stem  705  is generally horizontal and perpendicular to the lip. The stem has pins positioned along its length and extending outwards from the stem and located generally opposite the lip. The pins  704  are spaced apart to admit the width of the clamp between adjacent pins. This spacing permits the clamp to abut the stem.  FIG. 37  shows an alternate embodiment of the stem  705  extending vertically below the lip. The stem here has a plurality of pins  704  spaced along its length and generally below the lip. The clamp has a hole  707  upon one side that receives the head of a pin. Here, the pins are spaced vertically to allow at least the shoulder of a clamp, if not the entire clamp, to fit between adjacent pins. A clamp with one leg shorter than the other as first described in  FIG. 28  also works well in this embodiment. Then  FIG. 38  shows a stem  705  with a cruciform shape and pins upon the horizontal and vertical portions of the stem. Adjacent pins  704  are spaced apart so that the clamp abuts the stem. 
   The clamp itself appears differently in  FIG. 39 .  FIG. 39  shows another alternate embodiment of the clamp. The clamp has a shoulder and depending legs however, upon one side of the shoulder a rectangular band  708  extends outward. The band has its longitudinal axis parallel to the width of the clamp. The band provides a hollow space outside of the clamp. The stem  705  previously introduced in  FIG. 29  fits inside the band and snugly occupies the hollow space. The stem has a lip  701  with a thickened straight portion descending below the lip. 
     FIG. 40  provides an alternate embodiment of the stem  705  that cooperates with the clamp  703  having a pin  704 . Here the stem has a generally narrow rectangular shape with a suction cup  709  joined to one end and a plurality of spaced holes along the length of the stem. The suction cup connects with the glass of the window as the stem receives a pin from a clamp as earlier shown in  FIG. 29 . The suction cup allows positioning of a window shade generally while the holes upon the stem allow more precise adjustment of the window shade as the motorist desires. 
     FIG. 41  illustrates another embodiment of the stem and the clamp. The stem has a lip upon one end. The lip has an inverted U shape of two branches with the remainder of the stem attaching to the interior branch. Beneath the lip, the stem has a cylindrical form with a smooth surface  705   a  partially along its length. After generally three diameters, the stem has an undulating surface  705   b . There the stem has an inner diameter less than the diameter beneath the lip and an outer diameter similar to the diameter beneath the lip. The undulating surface extends around the circumference of the stem and for a length in excess of ten diameters. Opposite the lip, the stem ends in a slightly tapered foot  705   c  that begins with a diameter similar to that beneath the lip and then narrows away from the undulating surface. The foot has a generally cylindrical form with a smooth surface. 
   In this embodiment, the stem has an undulating surface that cooperates with a clamp  703 . The clamp has a shoulder  703   a  with two depending legs  703   b . The legs and shoulder cooperate to provide an opening to receive the cross section of the compressible member. From the shoulder extending perpendicular to the legs, the clamp has a tab  710 . The tab extends outwards at least the length of the shoulder. Generally centered upon the tab, an aperture  711  extends through the thickness of the tab and admits the undulating portion of the stem. The aperture has a generally round shape that has a slight concavity. The concavity matches the inner and outer diameters present in the undulating section of the stem. 
   Additional embodiments of the clamp, particularly the tab and aperture are shown in  FIGS. 42 ,  43 , and  44 .  FIG. 42  shows the clamp but with the tab having a convex shaped aperture.  FIG. 43  has a different version of the tab with a vertical notch  712  through the tab into the aperture. The slot permits the tab to flex during insertion of the stem. Here in  FIG. 43 , the aperture retains a concave shape. Then in  FIG. 44 , the notched tab has an aperture with a convex shape. 
     FIG. 45  shows an additional embodiment of the stem based upon  FIG. 41 . Here the stem has two sections, upper  705   d  and lower  705   e . The upper section resembles the stem of  FIG. 41 . One end  705   f  of the stem has a round cylindrical form with a flat top. The stem continues below with a smooth surface cylindrical form  705   a  for at least three diameters. Below the smooth surface, the upper section has a divided undulating portion  705   b . As before, the undulating portion has an inner diameter less than the diameter of the end and an outer diameter similar to the diameter of the end. The undulating section has an end in a foot  705   c  located opposite the flat top  705   f . However, the foot and undulating section have a longitudinal or vertical groove  705   g  extending partially along the diameter. The groove permits the undulating section and foot to slightly narrow their widths when inserted into the lower section  705   e  of the stem. 
   The lower section of the stem has a hollow receiver  705   h . The receiver has an open end  705   i  of generally similar diameter to the larger diameter of the foot. Opposite the open end, the received has an end  705   j  with a flat bottom. The flat bottom is at the base of a hollow casing  705   k . The casing has a slightly narrower diameter than the receiver. The casing secures a spring  713  contained therein. When relaxed, the spring extends through the length of the casing, generally upwards as shown in  FIG. 45 . The receiver  705   h  passes over the spring and along the outside of the casing  705   k . The receiver joins to the casing yet extends above the relaxed length of the spring. 
   In use as shown in  FIG. 46 , the flat top of the end  705   f  is inserted through an aperture  711  of a clamp  703  upon the compressible member  18  of a window shade  14 . The undulating surface  705   b  of the upper portion is then inserted into a receiver  705   h  of the lower portion of the stem. The foot of the undulating surface, after inserting into the open end of the receiver, is pressed against the spring  713 . The length of the stem is then reduced slightly to allow for positioning of a window shade. Once a motorists positions a window shade, the flat top  705   f  of the upper section and the flat bottom  705   j  of the lower section are pressed against the frame of a window while the undulating surface  705   b  is pulled slightly outwards from the lower section. The action of the spring press fits the stem within a window frame  102  and thus supports a window shade  14  in a desired location without placing a clip, clamp, or lip  701  upon the edge of a window. With this additional embodiment, a motorist need not open a window to emplace a clamp or clip to secure a window shade. 
   The prior figures have described window shades suspended from stems upon clips. Window shades also install within the frame  102  of a car door, windshield, or rear window. Installed in a frame  102 , the window shade attains its full planar form by the action of the compressible member  18 . The compressible member stretches the window shade to the dimensions of its fabric or other material construction. Previously, the compressible member was positioned itself abutting the frame  102 .  FIG. 47  begins the description of a window shade suspended within a frame upon at least two exterior resilient members  714  pinned to the compressible member later shown in  FIG. 48 .  FIG. 47  shows a clamp having a shoulder with two parallel depending legs. The legs and shoulder cooperate to have an opening of a cross section similar to that of a compressible member. In this embodiment, the clamp  703  has a pin  704  centered upon the shoulder  703   a  and extending perpendicular to the shoulder and opposite from the legs  703   b . The pin has a head  704   a  upon a shaft  704   b  of a lesser diameter. The pin inserts into a hole in a resilient member. The resilient member  714 , generally linear in shape, has two opposite ends upon a slender form and each end is provided with a series of spaced apart holes. The holes permit adjusting the resilient member so the bend or deflection of the resilient member temporarily secures a window shade within a frame. 
     FIG. 48  shows a window shade  14  with a compressible member  18  opening the shade fully. This figure has a generally rectangular shade calling for two resilient members  714  to secure the shade into a frame  102 . Each resilient member has two ends with each end connected to a clamp  703  in a pinned connection using the clamp of  FIG. 47 . The clamp fits upon the compressible member and receives an end of a resilient member upon the pin. 
     FIG. 49  shows an alternate embodiment to the clamp of  FIG. 47 . In this embodiment, the clamp has a shoulder  703   a  and two depending legs  703   b . However, two pins  704  are located upon the side of the shoulder generally perpendicular to the legs. The spaced apart legs and hollow shoulder cooperate to admit a compressible member. The two pins each have a head  704   a  upon a shaft  704   b  of lesser diameter. The two pins then insert into adjacent holes in an end of a resilient member  714 . The clamp and resilient member are positioned similar to the resilient members shown in  FIG. 48 . 
     FIGS. 50 and 51  show alternate embodiments of  FIGS. 47 and 48  respectively.  FIG. 50  shows a connecting means or clamp  703  with a round hole centered in the shoulder. The round hole admits the head  704   a  of a pin extending from an end of a resilient member  714 . Each end of the resilient member has a plurality of spaced pins  704  that permit adjusting the bend or deflection of the resilient member.  FIG. 51  shows a clamp with two round holes centered upon the side of the shoulder. The holes admit the heads of two pins generally perpendicular to the legs  703   b  of the clamp. As before, each end of the resilient member has a plurality of spaced pins for a firm connection of the resilient member to the clamp. 
   Another embodiment of connecting a resilient member to the compressible member of a window shade appears in  FIGS. 52 ,  53 A,  53 B,  53 C, and  53 D. Here, the compressible member has a cross section with at least one flat edge as in L shape or T shape. A closer  715  joined to a resilient member releasably grasps a flat edge of the compressible member. The closer has a forward portion with a generally U shaped cross section. The U shaped cross section has an interior branch and an exterior branch mutually parallel and spaced apart shown in  FIG. 53A . The interior branch is accessible from the inside of an automobile. The interior branch is generally longer than the exterior branch. The interior branch has a plurality of parallel ridges  716  extending longitudinally and generally centered. Between the ribs and the end of the interior branch, opposite the resilient member, the interior branch has a hole for a pivot  717 . Opposite the interior branch, the exterior branch extends parallel to the resilient member. The exterior branch has a plurality of teeth  718 , shown in  FIG. 53B , generally opposite the pivot and towards the resilient member. The teeth permit the exterior branch to grip the material of the window shade. 
   The pivot connects the handle  719  to the closer and the handle operates generally from the inside of an automobile. The handle has a tab  720  for grasping by a motorist&#39;s fingers. Ahead of the tab in  FIG. 53C , the handle has a generally U shaped cross section similar to the closer with interior and exterior branches. The exterior branch, as shown in  FIG. 53D  has a plurality of parallel ridges  716  slightly behind a hole for the pivot  717 . The ridges of the handle engage the ridges of the closer to provide a temporary securement of the handle to the closer. The interior branch of the handle also has teeth  718  for grasping the fabric of a window shade. 
   In use, a resilient member  714  having the closer  715  with handle  719  connects to a compressible member  18 . A motorist opens the handle  719  away from the closer by turning the handle upon the pivot  717 . The motorist then places an edge of the compressible member  18  into the U shaped section of the closer  715  with the ridges  716  of the closer towards the outside of the compressible member. The motorist then rotates the handle  719  upon the closer  715  securing the compressible member between the handle and the closer. The handle secures to the closer as the ridges  716  engage one another. This usage is shown in  FIG. 54  where a pair of window shades  14  are joined by a fabric center panel  14   a  and each shade has a resilient member  714  secured upon each end by a closer  715  upon a compressible member  18 . 
   Another embodiment of the clip appears in use in  FIG. 55 . A window shade  14  has a compressible member  18  upon the perimeter. The compressible member has at least one flat surface, here shown perpendicular to the plane of the window shade. The compressible member is similar to a resilient band that stretches the window shade to its full planar extent, here shown as rectangular. A clip  700  grasps the compressible member  18  over any covering. The clip has members that grasp the two spaced apart edges of the compressible member so that the clip remains in place during usage, often on a vehicle window. 
     FIG. 56A  shows the clip  700  in further detail. The clip has a depending lip  701  that is generally located outwards from the body  702  and temporarily secures to the inside of window glass during usage. The body is generally perpendicular to the clip and has a greater length than the width of the clip. The members that grasp the compressible member  18  are a plurality of alternating legs  703 B. In this alternate embodiment, three legs  703 B depend from the body  702 . Each leg joins to the body by a shoulder  703 A that is of less length than the leg  703 B. The difference in length between the shoulder and the leg allows the leg to grasp one edge of the compressible member. The legs alternate their direction so that at least one leg grasps each of the edges of the compressible member. In this embodiment, the outer legs have a shoulder located towards the lip and the inner leg, here shown centered, has a shoulder located opposite the lip  701 . 
   Looking at the side of the clip in  FIG. 56B , the clip  700  has a lip  701  shown towards the left and the body  702  shown towards the right. The body has a generally rectangular cross section with the legs extending below from shoulders. In the foreground, an outer leg  703 B appears with the shoulder  703 A to the left. Beyond the end of the outer leg  703 B, the shoulder of the inner leg  703 B partially appears. The alternating position of adjacent legs places the shoulders away from the center of the body leaving a lengthwise space between the legs through which the compressible member passes. 
     FIG. 57  shows another alternate embodiment of the clip  700 . As in  FIG. 56A , the clip has a lip  701  depending upon one side and legs  703 B depending from the body  702  opposite the lip. The body  702  though has an arcuate shape that has a midpoint and two ends located below the midpoint. The midpoint joins to the clip  700  so the body attains a generally convex appearance that matches a rounded corner upon a window shade. As before the legs  703 B alternate, and the leg at the midpoint generally has its shoulder located away from the lip  701  thus containing the compressible member between the leg and the clip. 
   Another alternate embodiment of the clip  700  is shown in  FIG. 58 . This embodiment has lip  701  extending behind a body  702 . The body has a generally rectangular shape of greater length than the width of the lip. The lip has a flat strip shape bent to grasp window glass. The legs  703 B in this embodiment extend generally parallel to the lip. As before the legs alternate, but have the shoulders  703 A joined to the body  702  opposite the lip. The legs in this embodiment are generally perpendicular to the clip as previously described in  FIG. 56A . The legs extend inwards generally about half the height of the body. Each leg joins to a shoulder  703 A that spaces the leg away from the body. The shoulder has less length than the leg to provide a gap for the compressible member that secures to the legs. The alternating arrangement of the legs allows the clip to remain upon the compressible member by the action of friction. 
   Another alternate embodiment of the clip appears in  FIG. 59 . This clip has a lip  701  having a generally U shape with two branches. One branch has a pinned connection  721  to the body  702 . The pinned connection allows the lip to rotate upon an axis perpendicular to the length of the body. The body  702  has a plurality of alternating legs  703 B, here showing the two outer legs. The shoulders of the legs are again located towards the outside of the body, here shown as the top. The pinned connection allows the lip to remain upon the edge of window glass and yet the body can turn slightly as the shade is adjusted from time to time. 
   A further alternate embodiment takes form in  FIG. 60  as a lengthened version of that shown in  FIG. 56A . Here the clip has a body  702 A generally rectangular in cross section and elongated. The body has an arcuate end and an opposite straight end. Upon the straight end, a clip  722  hangs below the bottom of the body and extends longitudinally. The clip approaches the body part way upon its length, for securing the clip within a window frame by the resilient action of the clip  722  as when grasping a compressible member. Opposite the clip, the body has a plurality of legs  703 B. The legs extend for the length of the body in an alternating manner generally shown by the shoulders. The shoulders  703 A spaced the legs  703 B upwards from the body. The legs extend inwards slightly more than half the width of the body similar to that previously shown in  FIG. 56B . The gaps between each leg and the body align so that a compressible member fits within the grasp of the legs. This alternate embodiment fits upon curved compressible members as when a window shade has a rectangular shape with rounded corners or a triangular shape with rounded corners. 
   A further alternate embodiment of the clip  700  is shown in  FIG. 61 . This clip has a lip  701  that extends downwards for securing the clip upon the edge of window glass. Opposite the lip, the clip has the body  702 B that can receive a strap inserted therethrough. The body has a nearly lengthwise slot  702 C that extends through the width of the body. The body retains sufficient residual thickness above and below the slot for rigidity. 
   And a further alternate embodiment of a clip, called a hook  725 , takes form in  FIG. 62 . The hook has a generally U shape with a jaw  723  and a generally parallel pin  724 . The jaw extends longitudinally and has a somewhat bent shape that approaches the coplanar pin. The jaw comes closest to the pin at the bight  723 A. The jaw in this embodiment has a rectangular cross section. Meanwhile, opposite the jaw, the pin  724  extends parallel and coplanar to the jaw. The pin though has a generally round cross section of lesser diameter than the width of the jaw. The pin expands in diameter for a short distance opposite the junction with the jaw. As shown in  FIG. 63 , the pin  724  accepts a strap used to restrain a shade from expanding as the compressible member of the shade seeks its original shape. The jaw  723  has a sufficient gap from the pin  724  to grasp the edge of window glass or another flat edge of similar thickness. 
     FIG. 64  shows a further alternate embodiment of a clip, called a stand. The stand  726  has a body  702   a  similar to that of  FIG. 60 . The body has an arcuate shape, in a generally convex manner with a free end and an opposite upper end. Spaced along the body is a plurality of alternating legs  703   b . The legs join to the body at shoulders and have a lip spaced apart and parallel to the body. Each lip is wider than a leg thus providing a passage between the lip and the body for the compressible member of a shade. Upon the upper end, the body has a plurality of spaced apart coaxial sockets  727  opposite the legs. The sockets align parallel to the longitudinal axis of the body. At the upper end, a hook  730  extends away from the body and generally has an inverted U shape. One branch of the U shape joins to the upper end. The sockets form a hinge with cooperating sockets upon at least one shell  729 . Each shell  729  has an arcuate shape similar to that of the body, a free end, and an upper end opposite the free end. Each shell has a hollow cross section, preferably a U shape. Near the upper end, each shell has a plurality of spaced apart sockets  727  offset from the sockets of the body so that the sockets of the body and each shell mesh to form a hinge. The sockets of the body and of each shell have sockets that align coaxially and permit the shells to fold upon the body. The hollow portion of each shell closes upon the body and receives the legs. Extending from the upper end of each shell, a second hook  730  has a similar shape as the hook  728  upon the body. Here in  FIG. 64 , the stand  726  has two shells  729  unfolded from the body  702   a  with the second hooks adjacent to the hook, forming a continuous hook. The hook can be placed upon an edge of an automobile such as the top of a hood, edge of a hood, or an edge of a trunk. A stand secured by continuous hook holds a shade upright upon an automobile. 
   Inverting the stand shown in  FIG. 64 , a shade is connected to the body in  FIG. 65 . The compressible member  18  of the shade  14  slips through the gaps between the lips and the body  702   a  similar to the hook of  FIG. 60 . The free end of the body is generally placed upon the bottom of a shade while the upper end of the body is placed upon the compressible member but positioned above the free end. The shells  729  are opened outwards and away from the shade  14 . The shells pivot upon the hinge formed by the enmeshed sockets  727  and provide three points of support with the free ends, thus the shade stands upright. When upright, the shade upon the stand  726  has the hook  728  and second hooks  730  located away from a corner of the shade along the compressible member. The hook and the second hooks abut and combine to form one member to grasp an edge of a vehicle such as a window edge or edge of a hood or trunk. 
     FIG. 66  then shows the shells  729  folding upon the body when the shade is to be moved or no longer to stand by itself. The shells pivot inwards upon the sockets  727  and come to rest upon the body and the compressible member. In folding, the second hooks turn away from the hook and generally flank the compressible member as each shell approaches the body. The hook remains at one end of the sockets and away from the compressible member. When folded, the shells present a generally flush stand  726  collapsed upon a corner of the compressible member for compact storage. 
   In view of the above, it will be seen that the several objects of the invention are achieved and other advantageous results are obtained. As various changes could be made in the above constructions without departing from the scope of the invention, it is intended that all matter contained in the above description or shown in the accompanying drawings shall be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense.