Treadmill and installation method and storage method thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of treadmills, and provides a treadmill and an installation method and a storage method thereof. The treadmill comprises a treadmill body and a side pedal body detachably connected to the treadmill body. The treadmill main body comprises a treadmill part, and the treadmill part comprises a running plate and two side strips; the two side edge strips are arranged on the two opposite sides of the running plate respectively. The side edge strip is provided with an installation structure used for installing the side pedal body, and when the side pedal body is installed on the side edge strip through the installation structure, at least part of the side pedal body protrudes out of the side, away from the running board, of the side edge strip. According to the treadmill and the installation method and the storage method thereof, the detachable side pedal body is adopted, when the side pedal body is detached from the treadmill part, the width size of the treadmill is reduced, and therefore a smaller packaging box can be used, and the transportation cost can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of treadmill technology, and particularly relates to a treadmill and its installation and storage methods. Background Technology

[0002] Current treadmills, due to safety regulations, are required to have side steps of a certain width on both sides of the running platform. The core function of the side steps is to provide a safe foothold throughout the running process. Side steps are a mandatory component required by national standards and must be equipped in both home and commercial models. If, during running, you become exhausted, lose your rhythm, or experience a temporary equipment malfunction (such as an emergency stop), you can immediately step onto the side steps to avoid stepping into the air or falling off the running platform, thus ensuring user safety.

[0003] The existing side steps are mostly fixed to the sides of the running track, which makes them relatively large in size and expensive to transport. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome at least one of the shortcomings of the prior art and to provide a treadmill and its installation and storage methods. The treadmill adopts a detachable side pedal body, which can effectively reduce the packaging volume in the storage and transportation state, thereby effectively reducing transportation costs.

[0005] The technical solution of the present invention is: a treadmill, comprising a treadmill body and a side pedal body detachably connected to the treadmill body; the treadmill body includes a running platform component, the running platform component including a running board and two side strips; the two side strips are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the running board. The side strips are provided with mounting structures for mounting the side pedal bodies, and when the side pedal bodies are mounted to the side strips via the mounting structures, the side pedal bodies at least partially protrude from the side strips on the side away from the running board.

[0006] Optionally, the mounting structure includes a recess in the side strip; the side pedal body is connected to the recess via a protrusion or a locking member.

[0007] Alternatively, as an alternative, the mounting structure may also include a protrusion provided on the side strip, and the side pedal body is provided with a slot structure that engages with the protrusion.

[0008] In this embodiment, the recess includes insertion holes disposed on the side strip, and each side strip has at least two insertion holes, which are spaced apart along the length of the side strip. The side pedal body is fixedly provided with or integrally formed with the protruding structure, which is columnar and its shape is adapted to the insertion holes.

[0009] Optionally, the side pedal body has a first inner side and a second inner side; when the side pedal body is installed on the side strip, the first inner side faces the upper end face of the side strip, and the second inner side faces the outer side of the side strip.

[0010] Optionally, the protruding structure is provided with a locking hole, and the side strip is connected to the locking hole by a locking member.

[0011] Optionally, the locking hole is a threaded hole provided at one end of the protruding structure away from the side pedal body, and the locking member is a threaded member that is threadedly connected to the threaded hole from the bottom of the side strip.

[0012] Optionally, the insertion hole and the protrusion structure are provided with a bushing; and / or, a pad is provided between the surface of the side pedal body and the surface of the side strip.

[0013] Optionally, the front of the side pedal body is provided with an anti-slip structure.

[0014] Optionally, the side pedal body includes a first part and a second part. When the side pedal body is installed on the side strip, the first part covers the top of the side strip, the second part is integrally connected to the first part, and the side of the second part that connects with the first part also abuts against the outside of the side strip. The side of the second part away from the first part protrudes from the side strip, forming a suspended structure.

[0015] Optionally, the inner side of the first part is integrally formed with a first reinforcing rib structure, and the protrusion structure is integrally formed on the inner side of the first part and connected to the first reinforcing rib structure; the second part includes a longitudinal plate that can abut against the outer side of the side strip, and the inner side of the second part is integrally formed with a second reinforcing rib structure; the first reinforcing rib structure is integrally connected to one side of the longitudinal plate, and the second reinforcing rib structure is integrally connected to the other side of the longitudinal plate.

[0016] Optionally, the width of the side pedal body is greater than or equal to 80 mm; And / or, the width of the side strip is less than 50mm.

[0017] Optionally, the treadmill component has a running belt of length L along its length direction, and the length of the side pedal body is not less than 70%*L.

[0018] Optionally, the treadmill further includes a protective plug that is inserted into the insertion hole.

[0019] Specifically, the treadmill has a packaged storage state, in which the side pedal body is separated from the side strip, the side pedal body is stored in the packaging box, and the side pedal body does not extend beyond the outside of the side strip inside the packaging box.

[0020] The present invention also provides a method for installing a treadmill, for installing the above-mentioned treadmill, comprising the following steps: The side pedal body is mounted to the side strip using an installation structure, so that the side pedal body is fixed to the side strip and protrudes from the side strip away from the running board.

[0021] The present invention also provides a method for storing a treadmill, which includes the following steps: Remove the side pedal body from the side strip, place the running board component and the side pedal body in the packaging box, and position the side pedal body above, below or inside the running board component so that the side pedal body does not extend beyond the side of the running board component.

[0022] This invention provides a treadmill and its installation and storage methods. The treadmill features a detachable side pedal body. When the side pedal body is removed from the running platform component, the width of the treadmill is reduced, allowing for the use of smaller packaging boxes. This enables more treadmills to be accommodated in the same container. In practical applications, the side pedal body can be stored inside, on the top, or on the bottom of the running platform component, as long as the packaging volume of the product is relatively reduced, thereby lowering transportation costs. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a first three-dimensional assembly diagram of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a second three-dimensional assembly diagram of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a third-dimensional assembly diagram of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a first exploded perspective view of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a second exploded perspective view of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the main body of the side pedal of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the main body of the side pedal of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional assembly diagram of a control component in a treadmill provided by an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 10 This is a third exploded perspective view of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 11 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the arrangement of some main components of a treadmill in a packaging box, according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 12 This is a plan view of some of the main components of a treadmill provided in an embodiment of the present invention, arranged in a packaging box. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention.

[0026] It should be noted that the terms "setup" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to direct setup or connection, or indirect setup or connection through centered components or centered structures.

[0027] Furthermore, in embodiments of this invention, terms such as "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer" are used to indicate orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or in a conventional placement or usage state. These terms are merely for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the structures, features, devices, or elements referred to must have a specific orientation or positional relationship, nor that they must be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0028] The various specific technical features and embodiments described in the detailed embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different implementation methods can be formed by combining different specific technical features / embodiments. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the various specific technical features / embodiments in this invention will not be described separately.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown in the figure, an embodiment of the present invention provides a treadmill, including a treadmill body 10 and a side pedal body 200 detachably connected to the treadmill body 10. The treadmill body 10 includes a running platform component 100, which includes a running board 120 and two side strips 110. The two side strips 110 are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the running board 120, with the running board 120 positioned between the two side strips 110 spaced apart. Each side strip 110 is provided with a mounting structure for mounting the side pedal body 200. When the side pedal body 200 is mounted to the side strip 110 via the mounting structure, the side pedal body 200 at least partially protrudes from the side strip 110 on the side away from the running board 120. The side strip 110 has opposite outer and inner sides, with the inner side of the side strip 110 facing the running board 120, meaning that the side pedal body 200 at least partially protrudes from the outer side of the side strip 110. When the side pedal body 200 is removed from the running platform component 100, the width of the treadmill will be reduced, allowing for the use of smaller packaging boxes. More treadmills can be accommodated in a container of the same size. In practical applications, the side pedal body 200 can be stored inside, on the top, or on the bottom of the running platform component 100, as long as the packaging volume of the product is relatively reduced, thus lowering transportation costs.

[0030] Specifically, the running board component 100 includes a running belt 130 and a drive system for driving the running belt 130. The drive system may include a front rotating shaft, a rear rotating shaft, and a motor, etc. The motor can be used to drive the front rotating shaft. The running belt 130 is fitted onto the front rotating shaft and the rear rotating shaft. The running plate 120 is located between the front rotating shaft and the rear rotating shaft, and the upper end of the running plate 120 is attached to the inner side of the running belt 130.

[0031] Optionally, the mounting structure includes a recess (insertion hole 111) provided in the side strip 110; the side pedal body 200 is connected to the recess via a protrusion structure 210 or a locking member, the locking member being a bolt, etc.

[0032] Optionally, the mounting structure may also include a protrusion provided on the side strip 110, and the side pedal body 200 is provided with a slot structure, which cooperates with the protrusion to help fix the side pedal body 200 to the side strip 110.

[0033] Optionally, the side bar 110 can be a metal part, which can be an aluminum alloy profile, and its cross-section can be in the shape of a Chinese character 'Ri', a Chinese character 'Kou', etc.

[0034] Optionally, chamfers or fillets can be provided at the outer top of the side bar 110 to avoid interference between the side pedal body 200 and the side bar 110, and to prevent scratching of the operator.

[0035] Optionally, the side pedal body 200 can be a metal component (such as aluminum alloy, etc.) or a plastic component (such as engineering plastic). The side pedal body 200 has high structural strength. When a pressure of 2000 N (about 204 kg) is applied for 5 minutes, the permanent deformation should be ≤ 3%.

[0036] Optionally, the recess includes insertion holes 111 provided in the side bar 110. Each side bar 110 is provided with at least two insertion holes 111. In this embodiment, each side bar 110 is provided with three insertion holes 111 to improve the reliability of the installation structure. The insertion holes 111 are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the side bar 110. The insertion holes 111 can be round holes, which are convenient for processing.

[0037] Optionally, the side pedal body 200 is fixedly provided with or integrally formed with the protruding structure 210. The protruding structure 210 is columnar, and the outer shape of the protruding structure 210 is adapted to the insertion hole 111. In this embodiment, the outer shape of the protruding structure 210 is cylindrical, and the protruding structure 210 is integrally formed on the side pedal body 200. In some possible implementation manners, the protruding structure 210 can also be connected to the side pedal body 200 by means of threaded connection. Of course, the protruding structure 210 can also be connected to the side pedal body 200 by connection means such as welding.

[0038] Optionally, the side pedal body 200 has a first inner side 201 and a second inner side 202; the first inner side 201 and the second inner side 202 are arranged at approximately 90 degrees. When the side pedal body 200 is installed on the side bar 110, the first inner side 201 faces the upper end surface of the side bar 110, and the second inner side 202 faces the outer side surface of the side bar 110. The first inner side 201 and the second inner side 202 of the side pedal body 200 are both supported on the side bar 110, forming a double-sided support structure, and its structural reliability is better.

[0039] Optionally, the protruding structure 210 is provided with a locking hole 211, and the side bar 110 is connected to the locking hole 211 by a locking member to prevent the side pedal body 200 from loosening or falling off accidentally.

[0040] Optionally, the locking hole 211 is a threaded hole located at the end of the protruding structure 210 away from the side pedal body 200. The locking member is a threaded member 400 (bolt) threaded from the bottom of the side strip 110 to the threaded hole. The threaded member 400 can be a cross bolt, slotted bolt, or hex bolt, etc. It pulls the protruding structure 210 downward from the bottom, thereby improving the reliability of the connection of the side pedal body 200. At least a portion of the threaded member 400 can be fixedly connected to a foot pad, that is, a foot pad is fixedly connected to the lower end of the threaded member 400 (bolt). The installation of the foot pad can be completed simultaneously with the fixing of the side pedal body 200.

[0041] Optionally, the insertion hole 111 and the protruding structure 210 are provided with a bushing, which can be a rubber sleeve to prevent abnormal noise, etc. An inner cylinder can be optionally provided inside the insertion hole 111, extending downwards from the edge of the insertion hole 111 to improve the reliability of the structure. The bushing can be a rubber sleeve, etc.

[0042] Optionally, a pad is provided between the surface of the side pedal body 200 and the side strip 110. The pad can be a rubber block or a rubber pad, etc., to prevent abnormal noise.

[0043] Optionally, the front of the side pedal body 200 is provided with an anti-slip structure, which may be an anti-slip texture or an anti-slip rubber, to prevent users from accidentally slipping on the side pedal body 200 due to insufficient adhesion, thus ensuring good safety and reliability.

[0044] Optionally, the side pedal body 200 is set without any tilt angle relative to the inner and outer sides, or the side pedal body 200 is tilted inward at a set angle (e.g., 2 to 4 degrees) to prevent the user from twisting their ankle.

[0045] Optionally, the side pedal body 200 includes a first part 220 and a second part 230, which are integrally formed. In specific applications, the side pedal body 200 (first part 220 and second part 230) can be integrally die-cast, and can be formed from materials such as aluminum alloy and magnesium alloy. When the side pedal body 200 is installed on the side strip 110, the first part 220 covers the top of the side strip 110, the second part 230 is integrally connected to the first part 220, and the side of the second part 230 that connects with the first part 220 also abuts against the outside of the side strip 110. The side of the second part 230 that is away from the first part 220 protrudes from the side strip 110, forming a suspended structure. The outside of the side pedal body 200 can be provided with rounded corners to prevent the sharp structure from causing accidental injury to the user.

[0046] Optionally, a first reinforcing rib structure 221 is integrally formed on the inner side of the first portion 220, and the protruding structure 210 is integrally formed on the inner side of the first portion 220 and connected to the first reinforcing rib structure 221; the first reinforcing rib structures can be arranged in a crisscross pattern. The protruding structure 210 is columnar and has hollowed-out slots along its axial direction to reduce product weight and facilitate die-casting.

[0047] Optionally, the second part 230 includes a longitudinal plate 231 that can abut against the outside of the side strip 110. The side pedal body 200 has a panel (the aforementioned anti-slip texture is provided on the front of the panel), and the longitudinal plate 231 is integrally formed on the back of the panel. The panel and the longitudinal plate 231 are generally T-shaped. A second reinforcing rib structure 232 is integrally formed on the inner side of the second part 230; the first reinforcing rib structure 221 is integrally connected to one side of the longitudinal plate 231, and the second reinforcing rib structure 232 is integrally connected to the other side of the longitudinal plate 231, which helps to improve the overall structural strength of the side pedal body 200. The second inner side 202 is the side of the longitudinal plate 231 close to the first reinforcing rib structure 221. The second reinforcing rib structure 232 is sheet-like and has multiple components, which are spaced apart along the length direction of the side pedal body 200. The upper side of the second reinforcing rib structure 232 is integrally formed on the bottom of the panel, and one side is integrally formed on the side of the longitudinal plate 231 opposite to the side strip 110. Furthermore, the other side of the second reinforcing rib structure 232 can be provided with a chamfered or rounded corner structure to reduce the thickness of the outer edge of the side pedal body 200, thereby reducing the overall weight of the side pedal body 200 while ensuring structural strength, resulting in a beautiful and elegant product.

[0048] Optionally, the width of the side pedal body 200 is greater than or equal to 80 mm to meet safety requirements. The width of the side pedal body 200 can also be set to a suitable size such as 80 to 120 mm or 120 to 150 mm.

[0049] Optionally, the width of the side strip 110 is less than 70mm. In specific applications, the width of the side strip 110 can be less than 50mm, which reduces transportation costs while ensuring structural strength.

[0050] Optionally, the treadmill component 100 has a running belt 130 of length L along its length direction, and the length of the side pedal body 200 is not less than 70%*L, that is, the minimum length of the side pedal body 200 should be greater than or equal to 70% of L. In specific applications, a baseline is set, the distance of which from the front end of the running belt 130 is one-third of L. The side pedal body 200 covers at least 25% of the running belt length in front of the baseline and at least 45% of the running belt length behind the baseline.

[0051] Optionally, the treadmill further includes a protective plug 500, which is inserted into the insertion hole 111 to prevent foreign objects or fingers from being inserted into the insertion hole 111. The protective plug 500 can be removed before installing the side pedal body 200.

[0052] Specifically, the treadmill has a packaged storage state. In this state, the side pedal body 200 is separated from the side strip 110, and the side pedal body 200 is stored inside a packaging box (which may be a cardboard box, etc.). The side pedal body 200 does not extend beyond the outer side of the side strip 110 within the packaging box, thus reducing the width of the packaging box. The side pedal body 200 can be at least partially or completely accommodated within the space at the bottom of the running platform component 100, reducing the packaging volume. The side pedal body 200 and the running platform component 100 (the space at the bottom) can be separated by a cushioning material, such as foam or bubble wrap.

[0053] The present invention also provides a method for installing a treadmill, which includes the following steps: installing the side pedal body 200 onto the side strip 110 through an installation structure, so that the side pedal body 200 is fixed to the side strip 110 and protrudes from the side strip 110 away from the running board 120. After unpacking, the user can quickly install the treadmill according to the above installation method.

[0054] This invention also provides a method for storing a treadmill, comprising the following steps: detaching the side pedal body 200 from the side strip 110; placing the running platform component 100 and the side pedal body 200 inside a packaging box, with the side pedal body 200 positioned above, below, or inside the running platform component 100, so that the side pedal body 200 does not extend beyond the side of the running platform component 100, thereby reducing the packaging volume and lowering transportation costs. The control components can also be stored and transported separately.

[0055] In this embodiment, as Figure 11 and Figure 12As shown, the treadmill component 100, the handrail body 171, and the column body 172 are placed separately in the packaging box. The treadmill component 100 is placed flat in the packaging box. The front cover of the treadmill component 100 is relatively thick. There is a space between the side strips 110 on both sides and the running belt 130. The two side pedal bodies 200 are snapped inward (rotated 180 degrees relative to the normal installation state) on the inside of the side strips 110. That is, the first inner side 201 is attached to the top of the side strip 110, and the second inner side 202 is attached to the inside of the side strip 110. At this time, the protruding structure 210 of the side pedal body 200 is inserted into the insertion hole 111. The packaging method is simple, reliable and compact. The two side pedal bodies 200 do not require additional fixing structures. Two upright main bodies 172 are placed between two side pedal main bodies 200 and on the running belt 130. The two upright main bodies 172 do not protrude above the side pedal main bodies 200. Handrail main bodies 171 and the like can be set below the running platform component 100. Each component does not exceed the perimeter of the running platform component 100, effectively reducing the packaging volume and thus reducing transportation costs.

[0056] The present invention provides a treadmill and its installation and storage methods. The treadmill adopts a detachable side pedal body 200, which can effectively reduce the packaging volume in the storage and transportation state, thereby effectively reducing transportation costs.

[0057] like Figures 1 to 10 As shown, in a specific application, the treadmill also includes a handrail component 170 and a control component 600; the handrail component 170 is connected to the running platform component 100, the running platform component 100 is provided with a running belt 130 and a drive system for driving the running belt 130; the control component 600 is connected to the handrail component 170, the control component 600 includes a housing, the housing is provided with a battery module (rechargeable battery) or a battery compartment for installing batteries (replaceable standard batteries); the control component 600 and / or the handrail component 170 are provided with a control module for wirelessly controlling the drive system, so that no wiring is needed inside the upright of the handrail component 170, which helps to simplify assembly.

[0058] In practical applications, the control component 600 is detachably or fixedly connected to the handrail component 170 to facilitate user disassembly and maintenance. Optionally, the handrail component 170 is provided with a functional module; the control component 600 is connected to the functional module via a terminal connector 180. The functional module can be a safety module or a speaker unit, etc.

[0059] Optionally, the control component 600 is provided with a conductive component 610, and the terminal connector 180 is fixed to the handrail component 170. When the control component 600 is installed on the handrail component 170, the conductive component 610 is connected to the terminal connector 180. In this way, the control component 600 can supply power to the functional module through the conductive component 610 and the terminal connector 180.

[0060] Optionally, the conductive component 610 is disposed at the bottom and / or side of the control component 600, and the terminal connector 180 has a resilient conductive terminal for abutting against the conductive component 610. In this way, the control component 600 is directly installed on the handrail component 170, and the conductive component 610 elastically abuts against the resilient conductive terminal of the terminal connector 180, thereby achieving a stable and reliable electrical connection.

[0061] Optionally, the handrail component 170 is provided with a mounting groove 1701 for the insertion of the control component 600. The shape of the mounting groove 1701 can match the shape of the control component 600. After the control component 600 is placed in the mounting groove 1701, the control component 600 can be flush with or slightly protrude from the opening of the mounting groove 1701, so that the user can view the screen of the control component 600 and operate the control component 600. The mounting groove 1701 can be located in the middle of the upper side of the handrail component 170, so that the control component 600 is located directly in front of the user when using the treadmill. The opening of the mounting groove 1701 is set upwards. Of course, the opening of the mounting groove 1701 can also be slightly tilted towards the user.

[0062] Optionally, the terminal connector 180 is disposed at the bottom of the mounting groove 1701 to be pressed by gravity, and the bottom of the control component 600 has a slot that fits onto the terminal connector 180, resulting in good docking reliability.

[0063] Optionally, an anti-detachment structure is provided between the control component 600 and the mounting groove 1701. Optionally, the anti-detachment structure includes a snap-fit ​​structure or a magnetic attraction structure to prevent the control component 600 from becoming loose and causing poor contact.

[0064] Optionally, the handrail component 170 is connected to an emergency stop safety device 190, which is electrically connected to the terminal connector 180. The emergency stop safety device 190 can be clipped onto the user's clothing. When the user falls or moves too far from the handrail component 170, the emergency stop safety device 190 can promptly trigger the control component 600, which then causes the drive system to stop urgently. The emergency stop safety device 190 can be a Hall effect sensor, a microswitch, or a contact switch.

[0065] Optionally, a battery cover 620 is provided at the bottom of the box body. The battery cover 620 is connected to the box body by a snap-fit ​​structure and / or threaded fasteners to form the battery compartment. The battery compartment can be equipped with a battery, which can be a standard universal battery for easy replacement by the user.

[0066] Optionally, the handrail component 170 includes a handrail body 171 and a zero-wiring column body 172. No wires need to be run through the column body 172, nor is a dedicated wire channel required. The handrail component 170 is connected to the upper end of the column body 172, and the lower end of the column body 172 is connected to the running platform component 100. There are no conductive cables on either the inner or outer sides of the column body 172. The absence of wiring in the column body 172 allows for greater design freedom; it can be partially or entirely solid, such as a solid metal column, resulting in more diverse designs to meet different market demands.

[0067] Optionally, the top surface of the box is provided with a cover 630, and the box is provided with a screen module and a touch module. The screen module and the touch module are located below the cover 630. The cover 630 can be a light-transmitting cover 630, which can be made of transparent plastic or transparent glass.

[0068] Optionally, the drive system is connected to a wireless communication module (not shown in the figure) for wireless communication with the control module. The wireless communication module can be a Bluetooth module or a WIFI module, etc., and can be designed with a single wireless module or dual wireless modules to improve the security of data transmission.

[0069] In specific applications, a safety clip 191 (with the same function as the emergency stop safety device 190) can be installed on the running platform component 100. The safety clip can be directly electrically connected to the drive system. When the user falls or is too far away from the handrail component 170, the drive system can be stopped in time.

[0070] The treadmill in this embodiment uses a detachable control component 600 with wireless control functionality. This allows for modular, independent design of core components such as operation control, display interaction, and core command processing, enabling complete disassembly and replacement. This significantly reduces after-sales maintenance costs and improves operational efficiency throughout the equipment's lifecycle. It also ensures flexibility in production, upgrades, and scenario adaptation, making it a core design highlight for both high-end home and commercial treadmills. It is also key to the upgrade of treadmills from "whole machine repair" to "modular repair." Traditional treadmills integrate the main control unit with the machine body and circuit board. After a malfunction, a professional technician must come to the site for disassembly, inspection, and repair, sometimes even returning the entire machine to the factory, resulting in downtime ranging from several days to several weeks. The independent wireless module only requires plugging and unplugging the connecting cable and loosening the fixing screws, allowing for replacement in 3-5 minutes. Commercial gyms and enterprises can avoid the loss of use due to equipment downtime, while home users do not need to wait for on-site service; they can replace it themselves or by mail.

[0071] The control component 600 is the "brain" of the treadmill and also a high-risk area for malfunctions (such as button failure, screen distortion, program freeze, and unresponsive commands). In traditional designs, a main control failure may require replacing the entire integrated circuit board, and even repairing the machine's wiring, which is costly and prone to secondary failures. In this application, the control component 600 is an independent finished product; after a failure, the module can be directly replaced. The control component 600 can be independently produced, debugged, and tested on a professional production line before being uniformly assembled into the treadmill body, avoiding the complex process of traditional "machine wiring - main control soldering - machine debugging," improving assembly efficiency, and reducing human error in wiring and cable routing during the overall machine production. The detachable control component 600 facilitates hardware upgrades and software iterations, significantly extending its life cycle. If the original main control is a monochrome screen with simple buttons, it can be easily upgraded to a high-end control component 600 with a color touchscreen and smart buttons, achieving an upgrade from "basic operation" to "intelligent interaction." Commercial models can also be equipped with a control unit 600 featuring internet connectivity, QR code scanning, and billing functions to meet the intelligent management needs of gyms without replacing the entire treadmill. Treadmills for seniors can be equipped with the control unit 600, featuring large buttons, a large display screen, and easy-to-use programs; the same model for younger users can be upgraded with a smart module featuring a color touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, and exercise data projection. One machine can be adapted to different users by changing the module. The control unit 600 integrates easily damaged components such as the display screen and buttons. Its detachable design allows the module to be packaged separately during treadmill transportation and handling, preventing damage to the display screen or malfunctioning buttons due to bumps and knocks during transport. Some folding treadmills can also have the control unit 600 disassembled and stored separately, reducing the overall storage volume.

[0072] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions or improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A treadmill, characterized in that, Includes a treadmill body and a side pedal body detachably connected to the treadmill body; The treadmill body includes a running platform component, which includes a running board and two side strips; the two side strips are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the running board. The side strip is provided with a mounting structure for mounting the side pedal body. When the side pedal body is mounted on the side strip through the mounting structure, the side pedal body protrudes at least partially from the side strip away from the running board.

2. The treadmill as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting structure includes a recess provided in the side strip; the side pedal body is connected to the recess via a protruding structure or a locking member; And / or, the mounting structure includes a protrusion provided on the side strip, and the side pedal body is provided with a slot structure, the slot structure cooperating with the protrusion.

3. The treadmill as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The recess includes insertion holes provided on the side strip, and each side strip is provided with at least two insertion holes, with each insertion hole spaced apart along the length direction of the side strip; The side pedal body is fixedly provided with or integrally formed with the protruding structure, the protruding structure is columnar, and the shape of the protruding structure is adapted to the insertion hole.

4. The treadmill as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The side pedal body has a first inner side and a second inner side; when the side pedal body is installed on the side strip, the first inner side faces the upper end face of the side strip, and the second inner side faces the outer side of the side strip.

5. The treadmill as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The protruding structure is provided with a locking hole, and the side strip is connected to the locking hole by a locking member.

6. The treadmill as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The locking hole is a threaded hole provided at one end of the protruding structure away from the side pedal body, and the locking member is a threaded member that is threadedly connected to the threaded hole from the bottom of the side strip.

7. The treadmill as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The insertion hole and the protruding structure are provided with a liner; And / or, a pad is provided between the surface of the side pedal body and the surface of the side strip.

8. The treadmill as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The front of the side pedal body is provided with an anti-slip structure; the running platform component includes a running belt and a drive system for driving the running belt.

9. The treadmill as described in any one of claims 3 to 6, characterized in that, The side pedal body includes a first part and a second part. When the side pedal body is installed on the side strip, the first part covers the top of the side strip, the second part is integrally connected to the first part, and the side of the second part that is in contact with the first part also abuts against the outside of the side strip. The side of the second part away from the first part protrudes from the side strip, forming a suspended structure.

10. The treadmill as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The inner side of the first part is integrally formed with a first reinforcing rib structure, and the protruding structure is integrally formed on the inner side of the first part and connected to the first reinforcing rib structure. The second part includes a longitudinal plate that can abut against the outside of the side strip, and a second reinforcing rib structure is integrally formed on the inner side of the second part; the first reinforcing rib structure is integrally connected to one side of the longitudinal plate, and the second reinforcing rib structure is integrally connected to the other side of the longitudinal plate.

11. The treadmill as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The width of the side pedal body is greater than or equal to 80mm; And / or, the width of the side strip is less than 50mm.

12. The treadmill as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The treadmill component has a running belt of length L along its length direction, and the length of the side pedal body is not less than 70%*L.

13. The treadmill as described in any one of claims 3 to 6, characterized in that, The treadmill also includes a protective plug, which is inserted into the insertion hole.

14. The treadmill as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The treadmill is in a packaged storage state. In this state, the side pedal body is separated from the side strip, the side pedal body is stored in the packaging box, and the side pedal body does not extend beyond the outside of the side strip inside the packaging box.

15. A method for installing a treadmill, characterized in that, For installing a treadmill as described in any one of claims 1 to 14, the following steps are included: The side pedal body is mounted to the side strip using an installation structure, so that the side pedal body is fixed to the side strip and protrudes from the side strip away from the running board.

16. A method for storing a treadmill, characterized in that, A method for storing a treadmill as described in any one of claims 1 to 14 includes the following steps: Remove the side pedal body from the side strip, place the running board component and the side pedal body in the packaging box, and position the side pedal body above, below or inside the running board component so that the side pedal body does not extend beyond the side of the running board component.

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