ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 30 -- United States Patent no. 12,745,826, issued on Sept. 29.

"Sunshield with UV absorbers, solar powered components, and misting technologies" was invented by Michael Jones (South Glens Falls, N.Y.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The sunshade/shield structure invention is practical, portable, and effective in skin care protection and prevention of skin cancer. It can be made as a commercial use product with less portability features or a residential/consumer model which is portable and can be disassembled and reassembled quickly via pins and or shock cords like camping hike tents. Its aerodynamic design is wind resistant and porous so water during a storm won't pool an...