Breathable rack for storing helmets and the like
First Claim
1. A rack system for mounting on a generally planar surface and being adapted for storing bulky items which benefit from ventilation during storage, comprising:
- an open peripheral frame member formed of rigid rod portions;
hinge means secured to the planar surface and enclosing one said portion of the frame member such that said frame member pivots about the hinge means;
securing means to mate with a portion of the frame member so as to releasably secure the frame member against the planar surface when engaged therewith; and
a breathable flexible cover member secured to the open frame member so as to form an enclosing volume between the cover member and the planar surface.
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Abstract
An breathable rack (10) for storing helmets is provided for use in transportation and storage. The rack (10) includes a frame (18) pivotally mounted on a mounting surface (12) to extend between an open position and an closed position. The rack (10) is secured in the closed position by a snap catch (52). A flexible fabric cover member (16) is secured to the frame (18) to support a helmet (12) therein. A drying subsystem (22) including a fan (60) and heating elements (80) facilitates ventilation during use. The rack (10) is especially adapted for use in trailers or storage sheds.
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19 Claims
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1. A rack system for mounting on a generally planar surface and being adapted for storing bulky items which benefit from ventilation during storage, comprising:
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an open peripheral frame member formed of rigid rod portions;
hinge means secured to the planar surface and enclosing one said portion of the frame member such that said frame member pivots about the hinge means;
securing means to mate with a portion of the frame member so as to releasably secure the frame member against the planar surface when engaged therewith; and
a breathable flexible cover member secured to the open frame member so as to form an enclosing volume between the cover member and the planar surface. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A helmet rack for use in storing helmets against a mounting surface, comprising:
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a generally rectangular frame member pivotally secured to the mounting surface by mounting hardware;
a breathable elastic cover member secured to the frame to enclose a helmet between the cover member and the mounting surface; and
a catch member for releasably capturing the frame member against the mounting surface. - View Dependent Claims (8, 9, 10, 11)
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12. A breathable storage rack, comprising:
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a frame member pivotally secured to a surface to pivot from an open position to a closed position;
a breathable cover attached to said frame member to form, with said frame member and the surface, an enclosed space within which an object may be stored when said frame member is in the closed position; and
releasable catch means for securing said frame member in the closed position. - View Dependent Claims (13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19)
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16. The storage rack of claim 16 wherein said drying subsystem includes electrical components adapted to be powered by automotive DC voltage.
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