Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
052203000 | Auxiliary pane attached to main pane | 25 |
20080229687 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WINDOW PROTECTION - Embodiments of a system for protecting a window include an attachment element including retaining element and a suction element, with the suction element configured to engage an underlying surface. According to some embodiments, a protective sheet is placed between the retaining element and the underlying surface and a tensioning element creates suction between the suction element and the underlying surface. | 09-25-2008 |
20080244998 | Reinforced structure apparatus - An apparatus for manufacturing reinforced structures wherein a hardened steel shell is constructed to desired specifications and anchored to a structure's foundation. The remainder of the structure is constructed around the hardened steel shell, thereby incorporating the steel shell as an integrated room or section of the structure. | 10-09-2008 |
20080313981 | Tiled Panel Shutter - A window shutter comprising tiled panels that may be either fixed or replaceable. Specifically, the shutter comprises a frame with one or more panels within the frame, and the panels are affixed with one or more tiles. Replaceable panels float within the frame and are held in place with a removable fastener. These shutters combine the design flexibility inherent in ceramic, glass, porcelain, clay, stone, cork, wood, metal, plastic and other decorative tiles with the flexibility of allowing the appearance of the shutter to be changed without removing the shutter from the building structure. | 12-25-2008 |
20090038243 | Pocket Shutter - A shutter assembly includes a first and second shutter panel, where each panel includes a missile-repelling membrane panel, a frame having an elongated hollow body with inwardly disposed wall elements forming an inwardly facing U-shaped channel adapted to retain the membrane panel on at least two sides, and a membrane-retaining element separably attachable to the frame, allowing the membrane panel to be removed from the frame or secured within the frame. | 02-12-2009 |
20090038244 | SPLINTER PROTECTION WITH OPTICAL AND THERMAL FUNCTIONALITY - The present invention relates to a curtain which is suitable as shatter protection and has optical and thermal functionality. Curtains of this type are required in particular in order to protect buildings for example during terrorist attacks. This fundamentally relates to any type of building, in particular however, office buildings with large areas of glass. | 02-12-2009 |
20090094910 | Sealing Joint For A Window Assembly - A sealing joint for a window assembly is including a screen and a window pane covering the screen is provided. The sealing joint includes an actuator for positioning the window pane between the open and closed positions, a plate mounted to the window assembly, the plate lying substantially in the plane of the screen, the plate comprising an opening. The sealing member also includes a sealing member being sized and shaped so as to cover the opening, the sealing member being adapted to slide over the plate while maintaining contact therewith and continuing to cover the opening. The sealing member includes an aperture being shaped and sized so as to receive the actuator therewithin. The actuator extends through the opening and the aperture. A window assembly comprising the sealing joint and a kit for a sealing joint are also provided. | 04-16-2009 |
20090151276 | STORM WINDOW SYSTEM - Disclosed is a system and method for protecting windows from storm damage. The system can be easily installed from the inside of the windows without requiring access to the window from the outside. The system eliminates the need for ladders and various fastening devices which are typically used to install plywood over windows to protect from flying debris. | 06-18-2009 |
20090266013 | End cap for a corrugated hurricane shutter within an H-header - An end cap for an H-shaped header bar used to secure a corrugated hurricane shutter attachable to a window frame and having a generally inverted U-shaped pocket adapted in size to receive an upper margin of the hurricane shutter and the end cap at each end of the header bar. The header bar cooperates with a lower support channel also attached to the window frame to support and secure the hurricane shutter over the window. An end cap is positionable and attachable within an inner upright side of the pocket to engage with the upper corner of the hurricane shutter preventing substantial lateral expansion movement or corrugation deformation from being struck by flying objects during heavy hurricane wind. | 10-29-2009 |
20090313920 | TYPE OF SHUTTER - The object of this invention is a new type of shutter for the opening ( | 12-24-2009 |
20110030294 | Interior pane units and window with interior pane - Window with an interior pane; and an interior pane system having a frame unit, a pane unit connected to the unit, the pane unit having a pane, the frame unit applicable to a window, the window having an exterior pane, the window having a window opening, the frame unit sized and configured for positioning at the window opening; in some aspects, such a system including the window; and/or, in some aspects, such a system including a window cover connected to the frame. This abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure and is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims, 37 C.F.R. 1.72(b). | 02-10-2011 |
20110120032 | BLAST MITIGATION SAFETY GLASS SYSTEM - The present invention provides a mechanical attachment system for attaching window film to the window frame, such as a batten, profile clamp or other structural device (referred to generally throughout the application as “attachment device”), which attachment device absorbs energy instead of simply transferring energy to the window frames (as is done in traditional devices). The absorption of energy is accomplished by incorporation of a flex area in the attachment device. The flex area bends or flexes when acted upon by blast loads and effectively eliminates the tearing effect (of the film) that all conventional mechanical attachment systems exhibit. | 05-26-2011 |
20120180410 | INSULATION PANEL - An insulation panel consisting of one or more panes of generally transparent material configured to span a window or other framed opening of a building structure. | 07-19-2012 |
20120285106 | Bird Deterrent for Reflective Surface - Bird deterrents are described for preventing birds from flying into a glass or at least partially reflective surface. Preferred deterrents include first and second support beams coupled to first and second portions of a mesh that is disposed between the first and second support beams. The support beams can be removably coupled to the glass surface using first and second sets of suction cups that are slidably coupled to the first and second support beams, respectively. | 11-15-2012 |
20130239497 | SYSTEM FOR PROTECTING OPENINGS ON BUILDING STRUCTURES - A system for protecting openings on building structures includes a pair of substantially triangular securing devices; at least one bracket; and a protective panel. The securing devices are semi-permanently attached at the upper corners adjacent a building opening, and releaseably receive the corners of the protective panel. The bracket supports the bottom edge of the protective panel. In one embodiment the securing devices and bottom support structure are unitarily formed with a window, thereby being an improved window with integrated components that facilitate easy and fast protection. | 09-19-2013 |
20140041323 | SCREEN ATTACHMENT HANDLE WITH LATCH - A screen assembly is configured to be removably secured to an architectural opening. The screen assembly includes a screen frame having a screen member coupled thereto. A latch mechanism includes a latch member movable relative to the screen frame from an engaged position to a disengaged position along a given linear axis. The latch assembly rotates about a pivot perpendicular to the linear axis to lock the latch assembly in the disengaged position. | 02-13-2014 |
20140041324 | SCREEN ATTACHMENT METHOD FOR LINEALS - A window screen assembly comprising a screen frame including a screen lineal and a lip portion, the screen lineal including an aperture and a screen channel, a screen member secured in the screen channel. The assembly also has a slide assembly comprising a shield attached to the screen lineal, mounted into the aperture, a top slide attached to the shield, movable relative to the screen frame from an engaged position to a disengaged position along a given linear axis. The slide comprises a cap, a post attached to the cap, a ramp attached to the post. The shield has at least one shield springs embedded in the shield. The window screen assembly is configured to be removably secured to an architectural member. | 02-13-2014 |
20140144090 | WINDOW ASSEMBLY - A window assembly, adapted to be positioned within a window frame, includes a retainer attachable to the window frame, a transparent panel having an edge, and a frame member attached to the edge and including a lip extending along a substantial length of the frame member. The lip is secured to the retainer by a snap-fit. | 05-29-2014 |
20140174006 | PRESS FIT STORM WINDOW SYSTEM - Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a storm window having a controlled blowout mechanism. In some embodiments a blowout from wind pressure is controlled by the shape and orientation of a rigid window panel. Other embodiments include a venting portion with the storm window. Other embodiments rely on variation in restorative force within resilient material used to make the storm window. | 06-26-2014 |
20140237917 | WINDOW FOR ATTENUATING RF AND IR ELECTROMAGNETIC SIGNALS - Windows for attenuating radio frequency (RF) and infrared (IR) electromagnetic signals, so as to prevent or reduce such signals from emanating from secure facilities (e.g., government and/or military facilities). Example embodiments relate to a window including at least first and second glass substrates, at least first and second low-emissivity (low-E) coatings for blocking at least some IR and RF signals, and at least one transparent conductive oxide (TCO) inclusive coating for blocking at least some RF signals. The TCO inclusive coating may include a layer of or including indium-tin-oxide (ITO) located between at least first and second dielectric layers. | 08-28-2014 |
20140290160 | Removable Window and Door Screens - Screens for use in door or window openings are disclosed. The screens have a screen frame having at least one portion fabricated from a material possessing spring-like characteristics and a screen mesh that is secured to the screen frame to cover the door or window opening. The screen frame and screen mesh are in tension when the screen resides in the door or window opening. The screen frame may be deformed temporarily, due to its fabrication, allow for simple and easy removal and insertion of the screens into the door or window opening. | 10-02-2014 |
20140311063 | RAIN DEFLECTING WINDOW COVERING - A rain deflecting window covering has a main frame with an interior opening to allow air to flow through. A first expander portion telescopically fits between a first side of the frame and a window and a second expander portion telescopically fits on the opposite side to effectively cover the entire open portion of the window. A rain deflecting cover fits on the exterior side of the frame opening and covers the opening except for an inlet opening at the bottom that faces downward. Rain is directed down the rain deflecting cover and away from the window opening. A series of shutters are placed over the opening to allow a user to control the amount of air allowed to pass through. | 10-23-2014 |
20140318048 | REMOVABLE SOLAR PANEL INSERTS - Disclosed are various embodiments of systems and methods related to a removable solar panel insert for a window. In some embodiments the window is an architectural window. The removable solar panel insert may include an insert frame shaped substantially equivalent to the frame of the window and a translucent solar material securely attached to the insert frame. The translucent solar material covers an opening defined by the insert frame. The solar panel insert may be easily removed from the window. | 10-30-2014 |
20150068140 | Frameless Supplemental Window for Fenestration - A novel and useful frameless supplemental window for fenestration suitable for use with existing windows. The supplemental window, in one embodiment, comprises plastic sheet material with bullnose edging around it. Corner braces add rigidity and strength to corners in several embodiments. An attachment mechanism secured either to the sheet material or the bullnose edge functions to fasten and/or seal the supplemental window to an existing window. The bullnose edging functions to substantially enclose (i.e. trap) a volume of air between the window pane and the plastic sheet material. The supplemental window is configured such that the layer of trapped air is of an optimum thickness within a preferred range of 0.15 to 0.75 inches to maximize thermal insulation properties of the supplemental window. | 03-12-2015 |
20150096246 | ESCAPE BASE ON A ROOF - An escape base on a roof includes a base having an exit, a first shielding portion on a first side of the exit, and a second shielding portion on a second side of the exit opposite to the first side of the exit. The first shielding portion includes a first stop wall extending upward from an outer edge of the first shielding portion. A first shield wall extends outward from the first stop wall. A space is defined between the first shield wall and the first stop wall. The second shielding portion can include a second stop wall extending upward from an outer edge of the second shielding portion, and a second shield wall extends outward from the second stop wall, defining a space between the second shield wall and the second stop wall. The base provides sufficient spaces for receiving waterproof glue for fixing the base to the roof. | 04-09-2015 |
20160145934 | Protective Additional Glazing Systems, Apparatus, and Methods For Structural Openings - A protective additional glazing system, apparatus, and associated methods is disclosed for the protection of structural openings against impacts from projectiles from any cause, including nature or man. The system consists of a substantially rigid panel, substantially the same size as the visible glass being protected, that may be attached to the inside of the frame mounting the original glass via a standoff/anchor that is attached to the original frame via an adhesive means. Another embodiment consists of a substantially rigid panel cut slightly larger than the visible original glazing being protected, said panel being attached to the structural opening via a standoff/anchor/adhesive means. This invention provides security and protection in an effective and affordable manner. | 05-26-2016 |