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Solar powered umbrella

a solar energy and umbrella technology, applied in the field of solar energy umbrellas, can solve the problems of difficult or impossible access to an electrical outl

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-12-13
REYES ARIAN
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[0007]A Solar Umbrella that provides a self-contained electrical device charger system in combination with an umbrella. The solar umbrella charger system includes one or more outlet sources, which preferably are mounted on the pole of the umbrella and are powered by an energy storage component such as one or more batteries. The energy storage component is preferably housed in close proximity to the umbrella stand, and is recharged by energy received from a solar collector preferably attached to the outer surface of the canopy. The system also comprises a power manager, which directs energy from the solar collector to the energy storage component during periods of sunlight, and draws energy from the energy storage component to power electrical appliances during periods of sunlight and insufficient sunlight.

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The need for an external power source increases the effectiveness of this umbrella under certain situations, such as in a crowded outdoor restaurant where multiple extension cords may be a safety hazard, or in secluded areas where access to an electrical outlet may be difficult or impossible.

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[0015]Examining FIG. 1, detailed picture is a solar encapsulating transportable umbrella adapted with photovoltaic fabric, an electrical outlet and rechargeable batteries. The solar umbrella may be applied to an outdoor table and used as a beach umbrella. REF. 1 The solar encapsulating transportable umbrella has a canopy and numerous photovoltaic solar panels attached to the canopy; the photovoltaic material is highly flexible, weather durable and tested for reliability, an example is Powerfilm made by www.iowathinfilm.com. REF. 2 A material or mesh may be placed over the photovoltaic material as to camouflage the umbrella's true nature; such a material, which allows the sun's rays to penetrate through at maximum SPF, Microsol made by a company named www.tanthrough.com. REF. 3 The rechargeable batteries serve as a method of charging after a product has been charged or after the sun has set; the power manager is Lithium Ion rechargeable battery pack and is made by Voltaic.com. REF. 4...

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Abstract

A self-contained, maintenance free, rechargeable, and portable device with a photovoltaic canopy that provides electricity to a variety of electrical devices while under direct sunlight and in the absence of sunlight. The system operates and functions accordingly in the absence of a direct power source. By utilizing solar energy, the system is free of electrical cords, thereby making it usable in a variety of applications where electrical outlets are either not readily accessible or may present a safety concern.

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[0001]Conventionally, beach and table umbrellas are used to provide protection from the high temperature or vigorous sunlight. On the other hand, an umbrella outfitted with photovoltaic material, rechargeable batteries, an electrical outlet, and wires connecting the components together, which transfer electrical current, provide electricity at any time of day. Examples of what can be powered by the aforementioned device are the following: an electric grill, electric ice cooler, radio, television, DVD player, I-Pod, portable video game console, fan, possible heater and air conditioning unit can be individually attached to the side of the umbrella. The solar powered umbrella may either fit on a patio table with a stand, dug into the sand at the beach, or placed outside any given area that requires its need. During dusk, nighttime hours or during periods where there is insufficient sunlight, the umbrella can power up electrical appliances by means of rechargeable batteries. Electrical ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A45B3/04
CPCA45B3/04A45B23/00A45B2200/1036A45B2200/1027A45B2023/0012
Inventor REYES, ARIANWIMBUSH, KLUIS JERMAINE
Owner REYES ARIAN
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