Interesting patent

Title of the invention: Pillow with retractable umbrella

Publication number:       US6711769 B1

Publication type:            Grant

Application number:        US 10/378,324

Publication date:             Mar 30, 2004

Filing date:                     Mar 4, 2003

Inventors:                       Marielena Jane-Prats

ABSTRACT:  A pillow with a retractable umbrella, comprising a pillow assembly with first and second ends. The first and second ends have a channel extending there between. Fixedly secured onto the first end of the pillow assembly is a supporting assembly with third and fourth ends. The supporting assembly has a cavity between the third and fourth ends to store items within, and has a removable end-cap to access the cavity. Extending from the supporting assembly is an umbrella assembly. The umbrella assembly lying within the channel in a stored position. The instant invention having rotating and swivel means for positioning the umbrella assembly while in an erect position. The invention may be stored in a case for easy carrying and in an open position, allows a user to lay his/her head on the pillow while covering their face from sunlight.