CPC B65D 25/20 (2013.01) [A01G 5/04 (2013.01); B65D 85/505 (2013.01); F21V 35/00 (2013.01); F21W 2121/02 (2013.01); F21W 2131/401 (2013.01)] | 13 Claims |
1. A floating apparatus for supporting decorative elements in water, the floating apparatus comprising:
a hub comprising an outer wall, a plurality of interior walls attached to the outer wall, and a plurality of tabs, the outer wall and the interior walls defining a plurality of pockets;
at least two spokes;
a float configured to be attached to the hub;
a decorative element support bowl configured to be attached to the hub; and
at least two spoke end fittings, wherein: the pockets are configured to receive the spoke end fittings; each of the spoke end fittings has a first portion, and a second portion attached to the first portion; the first portion has an opening configured to receive a portion of one of the spokes; the second portion is configured to securely engage at least one of the interior walls of the hub when the spoke end fitting is positioned in one of the pockets; and the second portion is configured to securely engage at least a first of the tabs when the spoke end fitting is positioned in one of the pockets.
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