Device for carrier protection
The system provides a removable sun screen that can provide shade and/or UV protection for strollers, car seats, and other carriers for infants and toddlers. The device has adjustable fastening means that allow it to be used with a plurality of carriers. The device includes at least four deformable and semi-rigid fastening mechanisms that are pivotally mounted to a screen member. The pivotal mounting allows the fastening mechanisms to be repositioned as desired, allowing the device to have more universal application to a multiple of carriers. The device includes two top straps that are also bendable and can be pivoted to aid in affixing the screen member to a carrier.
1. A device comprising:
a screen having a border about its edge;
a plurality of straps coupled to the screen at the border wherein each strap is deformable about an opening in an infant carrier in a manner such that the strap retains its shape after deformation.
2. The device of claim 1 wherein the screen comprises a transparent screen providing ultra-violet (UV) UV protection from sunlight.
3. The device of claim 2 wherein each strap is pivotally mounted to the border and is capable of rotating about an attachment point.
4. The device of claim 3 wherein the attachment point comprises a button.
5. The device of claim 3 wherein the attachment point comprises a snap fastener.
6. The device of claim 3 wherein the attachment point comprises a rivet.
7. The device of claim 3 wherein the strap comprises a deformable cover portion having a bendable insert member.
8. A device comprising:
a screen having a border about its edge;
a plurality of straps coupled to the screen at the border wherein each strap is deformable in a manner such that the strap retains its shape after deformation,
wherein the screen comprises a transparent screen providing ultra-violet (UV) protection from sunlight.
9. The device of claim 8 wherein each strap is pivotally mounted to the border and is capable of rotating about an attachment point.
10. The device of claim 9 wherein the attachment point comprises a button.
11. The device of claim 9 wherein the attachment point comprises a snap fastener.
12. The device of claim 9 wherein the attachment point comprises a rivet.
13. The device of claim 9 wherein the strap comprises a deformable cover portion having a bendable insert member.