Constructive arrangement introduced in surf simulator equipment for balance, mobility and strength training

Description

1 / 8 CONSTRUCTIVE ARRANGEMENT INTRODUCED IN SURF SIMULATOR EQUIPMENT FOR BALANCE, MOBILITY AND STRENGTH TRAINING FIELD OF APPLICATION This descriptive report refers to a Utility Model Patent application for equipment for performing physical exercises, belonging to the field of sporting goods and also physiotherapy, being extremely practical and efficient, meeting the conditions to become worthy of the protection now sought. 002 The constructive arrangement introduced in surf simulator equipment for balance, mobility, and strength training, through improvements and the technology employed, aims to develop equipment with characteristics and functionalities for performing movements and maneuvers with maximum comfort and reliability. It consists of a board fixed to a steel chassis, increasing its resistance. This assembly is held in place by a set of tension springs at each end, which can be removed and replaced as needed, up to a limit of 8 springs. Thus, the board is suspended, allowing for smooth rotational movements on its axes and rocking movements forward / backward and sideways. This is an evolutionary solution, the practical results of which indicate a differentiated and effective condition of construction and use. STATE OF THE ART 003 With the sole and exclusive purpose of providing Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 6 / 20 2 / 8 In accordance with the preamble of this description, the applicant will now provide, in the following paragraphs, a brief but consistent explanation of the state of the art regarding the problems and drawbacks of current surf simulator or balance training equipment, where a person skilled in the art will be able to recognize its shortcomings, and subsequently clearly identify in the invention now claimed the requirement of inventive activity, mandatory under the Industrial Property Law. 004 Surfing is a sport practiced on the surface (its name comes from the English word "surface") of the water. Basically, it consists of gliding across ocean waves on a board. Surfing originated in Polynesia, a group of islands in the Pacific. It is believed that the sport arose when fishermen realized that using a wooden board made it easier to reach the shore. 005 In 1778, the English navigator James Cook arrived in the Hawaiian archipelago and brought the idea of ​​the sport to Europe. In the 1950s, surfing gained great popularity in the United States, especially in the state of California, becoming a part of its culture. From the 1970s and 80s onwards, professional championships began. 006 The main equipment in surfing is the surfboard, which can come in various sizes and shapes. A good surfboard is essential for good performance in the sport. It is recommended that beginners opt for larger boards, known as longboards. In addition to being a sport that provides intense contact with nature, surfing works Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 7 / 20 3 / 8 of the exercise involves all muscle groups and develops the individual's motor coordination. Currently, there are several surf schools for learning to surf, and there are no age limits for learning. It's a fact that the main requirement for surfing is balance on the board. 008 This balance is currently achieved after much practice; however, to facilitate learning and the attainment of balance, before moving on to practical lessons in the water, they undergo theoretical lessons with simulations on a surfboard placed on the sand. Notably, the fact that the board is static only teaches positioning on it, not providing the student with the conditions of movement they find in the sea. 009 The state of the art reveals Brazilian patent PI 1101221-8, entitled EQUIPMENT FOR SIMULATING MOVEMENTS PERFORMED IN SURFING PRACTICE, owned by Francis França Apratto, published on 05 / 21 / 2013, which describes a mechanically designed equipment, with a specific constructive arrangement to simulate movements and situations characteristic of surfing practice, such as the movements known as paddling and 'kneeling', comprising a platform (1) similar to a surfboard connected to an articulation mechanism and positioned on a base (2), with a front arm (9) also fixed to the base (2), where a monitor (10) is positioned, and the articulation mechanism consists of a set of articulation bars (3) whose lower ends are positioned on guide rails (4) Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 8 / 20 4 / 8 arranged on said base (2) and the upper ends of each of the articulation bars (3) being connected to the platform (1) by a connection means that simulates the instability of the board, in this case the platform (1); contains a loading system (7) positioned on the base (2) of the equipment; with a cable (8) for user handling. This equipment has a constructive arrangement totally different from that proposed in the patent application in question, being basically three support points without flexibility, only with articulations. 010 The state of the art also reveals the Brazilian patent BR 10 2012 003015-2, entitled SURFING AND BALANCE PRACTICE SIMULATOR APPARATUS, owned by Jose Carlos Piccinelli Malucelli Junior, published on 01 / 27 / 2015, which describes a device of simplified construction that allows simulating the activity of surfing sea waves, as well as the practice of balance, strengthening muscles and mind, comprising a board (1) fixed to a support (6), which is attached to a spring (7), whose opposite, lower end is attached to the lower support (8) which can be fixed to a base (9), allowing mobility to the device or directly to the floor, fixing the device. One variant comprises a bearing (10) interposed between the board (1) and the spring (7), fixed in the support (6), 10 concentric and integral with the shaft (12), providing free rotation of the board (1) in relation to the spring (7).This system also has a completely different constructive arrangement from that proposed in the patent application in question, consisting of a plank supported on a spring, which in turn is supported on a lower base. 011 In view of the foregoing in the fundamentals of the technique, Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 9 / 20 5 / 8 Over time and with the accumulation of experience, the facts pointed towards the construction of unprecedented improvements in surf simulator and balance training equipment, presenting several advantages over existing models, being quite practical and efficient, where its unique construction eliminates the negative aspects known in the state of the art, which is presented in this patent. PATENT OBJECTIVE 012 In order to overcome the problems presented, the inventor hereby applies for a Utility Model Patent, entitled CONSTRUCTIVE ARRANGEMENT INTRODUCED IN SURF SIMULATOR EQUIPMENT, BALANCE, MOBILITY AND STRENGTH TRAINING, which fundamentally aims at the development of equipment with characteristics and functionalities for performing movements and maneuvers with maximum comfort and reliability, standing out in the consumer market by presenting a differentiated product in relation to its construction and use, while also obtaining a low-cost, safe and efficient product. 013 With many years in the market, and always seeking innovations and practical solutions to differentiate its products from other competitors, the inventor developed this simple and unique equipment, which is capable of overcoming all the limitations and inconveniences reported in the state of the art, in a practical, efficient and extremely safe way. 014 According to the present invention, the invention consists of a plank fixed to a steel chassis, increasing its strength. This assembly remains fixed to the structure by Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 10 / 20 6 / 8 a set of tension springs at each end, which can be removed and replaced as needed, up to a limit of 8 springs, thus the board is suspended and allows smooth rotational movements on its axes and seesaw movements forward / backward and sideways. With a base made from steel tubes, dimensioned to be below the level of the board, they provide greater comfort and reliability in the execution of movements and maneuvers without the risk of limbs colliding with the structure of the apparatus. 015 The equipment features a lightweight and robust tubular chassis, which allows for greater stability and safety. Designed so that the suspension system is below the level of the board, it also has levelers to ensure greater stability to the assembly. 016 The equipment also has a wheel system for easy movement and rubber feet to keep the equipment in an upright position while stored. 017 One of the objectives proposed by the equipment is the quick spring load adjustment system with easy addition and removal of springs from the assembly, being able to work with a variation of four to sixteen springs, thus making it possible to vary the weight load on the board or the degree of mobility of the board. 018 It is important to understand that the present Utility Model Patent presented here is illustrated in a demonstrative and non-limiting manner regarding the application of the details, dimensions, capacities, and steps described. It is capable of other modalities and of being practiced or executed in a... Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 11 / 20 7 / 8 variety of modes, without straying, logically, from the main inventive scope of the object, whose protection is claimed. 019 To complement the present description in order to obtain a better understanding of the characteristics of the present Utility Model Patent and in accordance with a preferred practical embodiment thereof, a set of drawings is attached to the description, where, in an exemplary manner, the following is represented: Figure 1 - Perspective view of the equipment; Figure 2 - Front view of the equipment; Figure 3 - Rear view of the equipment; Figure 4 - Side view of the equipment; Figure 5 - Top view of the equipment; Figure 6 - Bottom view of the equipment; Figure 7 - Enlarged detail of the assembly and springs; Figure 8 - Exploded perspective detail of the mounting base, cover and handles; Figure 9 - Bottom perspective detail of the equipment; Figure 10 - Rear detail of the equipment. PREFERRED DESCRIPTION 020 In accordance with the attached drawings, the The constructive arrangement introduced in surf simulator equipment, balance training, mobility and strength, object of this present Utility Model Patent application, constitutes an equipment (E) formed by a board (P) fixed on a tubular base chassis (1) by means of removable springs (2) arranged Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, p. 12 / 20 8 / 8 in the front and back region of the board (P). 021 The tubular base chassis (1) has lower levelers (3), displacement wheels (4) and rubberized support feet (5). 022 The removable springs (2) are fixed, both in the front and rear regions, by means of a fixing base (6) attached to a crossbar (7) of the chassis (1). 023 The fixing base (6) has holes (8) for fitting a cover (9) with locking by means of handles (10) and at its end, there are small spaced cutouts (11), where a solid steel bar (12) is provided in parallel which is fixed to the ends of the removable springs (2). 024 The lower end of the removable springs (2) are fixed to a crossbar (13) provided between the lower fins (14) of the board (P). 025 Although one embodiment of the invention has been shown and described, other embodiments may be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, it will be understood that the embodiments shown in the drawings and described above are merely for illustrative purposes and are not intended to limit the scope of the model as defined by the claims that follow. Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 13 / 20

Claims

1 / 1 CLAIM 1) CONSTRUCTIONAL ARRANGEMENT INTRODUCED IN SURF SIMULATOR EQUIPMENT, BALANCE, MOBILITY AND STRENGTH TRAINING, characterized by an equipment (E) formed by a board (P) fixed on a tubular base chassis (1) by means of removable springs (2) arranged in the front and rear region of the board (P); the tubular base chassis (1) has lower levelers (3), displacement wheels (4) and rubberized support feet (5); the removable springs (2) are fixed, both in the front and rear regions, by means of a fixing base (6) attached to a transverse bar (7) of the chassis (1); the fixing base (6) has holes (8) for fitting a cover (9) with locking by means of handles (10) and at its end, there are small spaced cutouts (11), where a solid steel bar (12) is provided in parallel which is fixed to the ends of the removable springs (2);the lower end of the removable springs (2) are fixed to a crossbar (13) provided between the lower fins (14) of the board (P).; Petition 870250012243, dated 02 / 14 / 2025, page 14 / 20

Images