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a technology of bi-directional resistance and exercise equipment, which is applied in the field of bi-directional resistance exercise equipment, can solve the problems of not including a programmable bi-directional resistance element in the prior art, and achieve the effect of allowing bi-directional resistance during us
Inactive Publication Date: 2005-10-27
CORDOVA JOHN +1
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[0011] The primary object of the invention is to provide an exer
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However, there are deficiencies in the above mentioned prior art in that none of the prior art incorporates a programmably controlled bi-directional resistance element built into specific pieces of exercise equipment where a resistance element such as a magnetic brake provide
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[0068] Detailed descriptions of the preferred embodiments are provided herein. It is to be understood, however, that the present invention may be embodied in various other forms. Therefore, specific details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but rather as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed system, structure or manner.
[0069] Referring now to FIG. 1 we see a perspective view of the quadriceps / hamstring version of an exercise apparatus using the unique continuous sequential bi-directional system of the present invention. FIGS. 1 though 5 show a preferred embodiment of an apparatus that is designed to exercise the quadriceps and hamstring muscles, however, as will be described later in this patent, other versions of exercise apparatus have been contemplated for exercising other muscle groups such as biceps / triceps, thoraco-lumbar / abdominal, ...
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Bi-directional resistance exercise apparatus designed to offer resistance to opposing muscle groups. The apparatus provides continuous and sequential resistance during the extension and flexion phases. The apparatus includes a controller including a graphic display. Resistance is provided by a variable resistance element such as a magnetic brake. A chair or other body supporting devices support the user depending on the exercise being performed. Force is applied by the user to a rotatable limb or torso retaining member and is transferred to the shaft of the magnetic brake. The brake applies variable resistance determined by the software instructions issued by the controller. The resistance levels can be pre-programmed or specifically selected by the user. The brake force varies instantaneously during the flexion and extension phases based on the angular position of the input shaft. A record of the exercise activity can be stored and displayed by the microprocessor controller.
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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] Provisional Applications—No. 60 / 585 / 448 filing date Jul. 06, 2004—Title “Bidirectional Exercise Apparatus [0002] No. 60 / 19,611 filing date Oct. 18, 2004 Title “Adjustment Mechanisms for Exercise Equipment. [0003] No. 60 / 619613 filing date Oct. 18, 2004 Title “Firmware Design For Bidirectional Exercise Equipment. [0004] Certified Mail Number 7003 1680 0004 1550 6534, Filing Date Jun. 23, 2004 Title “Improved Bidirectional Exercise Apparatus”STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0005] Not Applicable DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED APPENDIX [0006] Prior Art Copies—F. Joutras et Al U.S. Pat. No. 5,954,621, M. Anjanappa U.S. Pat. No. 5,583,403, Jones U.S. Pat. No. 4,500,089, Hamlin U.S. Pat. No. 6,129,690, Lapcevie U.S. Pat. No. 5,088,726, Woods U.S. Pat. No. 5,795,270, Carlson U.S. Pat. No. D303,696 BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0007] This invention relates generally to the field of exercise equipment and more specifically...
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