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Martial arts practice device

a technology for martial arts and devices, applied in the field of freestanding marital arts practice devices, can solve the problems of device not providing infinitely adjustable vertical positioning, device cannot be attached to a separate support, limited number of vertical positions, etc., and achieve the effect of preventing relative rotation between the pivot and the fitting, and preventing relative rotation between the pivot and the brack

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-11-30
CENTURY
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"The present invention is a freestanding martial arts practice device that allows one or more martial arts practitioners to use it at the same time. It includes a hollow base, a stem, and a plurality of vertical rails attached to the stem. A target adapter assembly is connected to the rails and allows for infinite adjustment along the length of the rails. The target can be rotated in different directions for added training. The device also includes a detent mechanism for securely locking the target in place. The target is connected to a bracket and can be pivoted in different directions. The detent mechanism is a spring clip that securely locks the target in place. The target also includes a target insert and foam to provide a realistic training experience. The device is designed to provide a realistic training experience for martial arts practitioners."

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A problem with this apparatus is that the number of vertical positions is limited to the specific locations defined by the holes.
Another problem with Warshauer is that the apparatus must be attached to a separate support.
However, this device does not provide for infinitely adjustable vertical positioning as does the present invention, and Mara also does not allow for the quick positional changes of the present invention.
However, this apparatus has the problem of the target mounting not providing resilient deflection in all directions.
The Dignard patent also does not disclose a free-standing apparatus.

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[0029] Referring now to the drawings, and more particularly to FIG. 1, the martial arts practice device of the present invention is shown and generally designated by the numeral 10. Device 10 comprises a base 12, a stem 14 extending substantially vertically from the base and a plurality of target assemblies 16 attached to the stem.

[0030] Referring now also to FIG. 2, stem 14 has a threaded lower end 18 which engages a nut 20 disposed in a recess 22 in base 12. Base 12 is hollow and adapted for being filled with water through an opening 24 which is closeable by a cap 26. When filled with water, base 12 provides a heavily weighted support for device 10. A removable stem stop 28 prevents undesired rotation of stem 14 with respect to base 12. Threaded lower end 18 of stem 14, stem stop 28, base 12 and nut 20 are of a kind known in the art, such as found in the Century Wavemaster XXL™ freestanding punching bag. The other components of device 10 and the portion of stem 14 above lower end...

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Abstract

A martial arts practice device that is freestanding and can be used by one or more practitioners. The device has a base which can be filled with liquid for weighting, a stem extending upwardly from the base and a plurality of rails attached to the stem. A plurality of target adapter assemblies are slidably mounted on the rails. A target is attached to each target adapter assembly by a target attachment assembly. The target attachment assemblies include an elastomeric pivot so that the targets can pivot in any direction with respect to the target adapter assemblies.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION [0001] This application is a continuation of U.S. Pat. No. 10 / 755,436, filed Jan. 12, 2004.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] 1. Field of the Invention [0003] This invention relates to devices for use in practicing martial arts activities, and more particularly, to a freestanding marital arts practice device with a plurality of angularly adjustable and infinitely vertically adjustable and interchangeable targets. The device is adapted for multiple users. [0004] 2. Description of the Prior Art [0005] Martial arts, like all athletic activities, require practice to perfect skills. To facilitate this, a number of practice devices have been developed. These provide one or more targets which can be struck or kicked by martial arts students and practitioners in order to practice accuracy and strength. [0006] U.S. Pat. No. 6,033,348 to Warshauer discloses a martial arts practice device having a joint member positioned in a receiving portion of a housin...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63B69/34
CPCA63B69/004A63B2244/10A63B69/22
Inventor FIELDS, SARAH B.DAVIS, GREG A.
Owner CENTURY
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