Protective barrier for an open window

Abstract

The invention is directed to a protective barrier for an open window. The barrier is comprised of a plurality of thin, flexible filaments drawn taut between two posts, which are secured to the window frame. The filaments may be comprised of monofilament fishing line or some other strong, flexible material that is corrosion resistant. The purpose of the barrier is to protect objects placed on the window sill from being knocked off by a gust of wind, or by a passing person or animal. In a second embodiment, additional filaments are provided in a diagonal crisscross pattern to protect smaller objects.

Claims

1. A protective barrier for an open window, comprised of a barrier, which is comprised of a plurality of thin, flexible filaments drawn taut between two posts, which are secured to the window frame by brackets which may be secured to the window frame by a pair of screws or similar fasteners.

2. The barrier of claim 1, wherein the barrier may be installed or removed by sliding the posts vertically into and out of the brackets 13.

3. The barrier of claim 1, wherein the filaments may be comprised of strong, flexible material that is corrosion resistant, such as monofilament fishing line.

4. The barrier of claim 1, wherein additional filaments are provided in a diagonal crisscross pattern to protect smaller objects.

5. The barrier of claim 1, wherein the purpose of the barrier is to protect objects placed on the window sill from being knocked off by a gust of wind, or by a passing person or animal.

6. The barrier of claim 1, wherein the posts and the brackets are preferably manufactured from rigid, durable materials, such as hardwood, steel, aluminum alloy, or plastic.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the invention and are incorporated into and constitute a part of the specification. They illustrate two embodiments of the invention and together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the invention.

[0016] FIG. 1 is a front view of the first exemplary embodiment, displaying the barrier 10, the filaments 11, the posts 12, and the brackets 13.

[0017] FIG. 2 is a front view of the second exemplary embodiment, displaying the barrier 10, the filaments 11, the posts 12, and the brackets 13.

[0018] FIG. 3 is a front view of the first exemplary embodiment inserted into the brackets, displaying the barrier 10, the filaments 11, and the brackets 13.

[0019] FIG. 4 is a front view of the second exemplary embodiment inserted into the brackets, displaying the barrier 10, the filaments 11, and the brackets 13.

[0020] FIG. 5 is a front perspective view of the second exemplary embodiment, displaying the barrier 10, the filaments 11, the posts 12, and the brackets 13.

[0021] FIG. 6 is a front perspective view of the first exemplary embodiment, displaying the barrier 10, the filaments 11, the posts 12, and the brackets 13.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0022] Referring now to the invention in more detail, the invention is a protective barrier 10 for an open window.

[0023] The first exemplary embodiment is comprised of a barrier 10, which is comprised of a plurality of thin, flexible filaments 11 drawn taut between two posts 12, which are secured to the window frame by brackets 13. The brackets 13 may be secured to the window frame by a pair of screws or similar fasteners. To install or remove the barrier 10, the posts 12 slide into and out of the brackets 13 vertically.

[0024] The filaments 11 may be comprised of monofilament fishing line or some other strong, flexible material that is corrosion resistant. The barrier 10 is designed for interior and exterior use on a window sill. The purpose of the barrier 10 is to protect objects placed on the window sill from being knocked off by a gust of wind, or by a passing person or animal. The barrier 10 may be used on an open or closed window. Alternate embodiments, wherein the design is modified for use on some other aperture such as a doorway or pass-through, are contemplated.

[0025] The second exemplary embodiment is similar in structure and function to the first exemplary embodiment, with the following modifications. Additional filaments 11 are provided in a diagonal crisscross pattern to protect smaller objects.

[0026] To use the first or the second exemplary embodiment, the user simply installs the brackets 13 on the window frame close to the sill, then inserts the posts 12 vertically into the brackets 13 and slides the posts 12 downward.

[0027] The filaments 11 are preferably manufactured from a flexible, durable material which are corrosion resistant, such as monofilament fishing line. The posts 12 and the brackets 13 are preferably manufactured from rigid, durable materials, such as hardwood, steel, aluminum alloy, or plastic.

[0028] Components, component sizes, and materials listed above are preferable, but artisans will recognize that alternate components and materials could be selected without altering the scope of the invention.

[0029] While the foregoing written description of the invention enables one of ordinary skill to make and use what is presently considered to be the best mode thereof, those of ordinary skill in the art will understand and appreciate the existence of variations, combinations, and equivalents of the specific embodiment, method, and examples herein. The invention should, therefore, not be limited by the above described embodiment, method, and examples, but by all embodiments and methods within the scope and spirit of the invention.