Backpack frame convertible to an adjustable mattress supporting cot with a tent supporting structure

Abstract

A backpack frame convertible to a mattress supporting cot with a tent supporting structure includes telescoping tubular frame members which may alternate between a compact position defining a backpack frame configuration and an extended position defining a normally substantially horizontally disposed adjustable cot configuration having opposing hollow side members. Each hollow side member has an open end, and the respective open ends are positioned diagonally opposite each other. When disposed in a cot configuration, the cot is supported by a plurality of support members mounted on each side member. A tent support assembly is storable in each hollow side member and extendible from the respective side member open ends to define an obliquely disposed extendible strut.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A unitary backpack frame convertible to a mattress supporting cot frame with a tent supporting structure comprising: telescoping tubular frame members which require less space in the compact position and providing larger dimensions in the extended position.  
     
     
         2 . The backpack frame as claimed in  claim 1  that has fewer parts, making it is easier to use and simpler to manufacture.  
     
     
         3 . The backpack frame as claimed in  claim 1  having a means to adjust cot tautness.  
     
     
         4 . The backpack frame as claimed in  claim 1  having a vertically extendible tent support.