Strength training equipment with slow descending mechanism

Abstract

The utility model discloses strength training equipment with a slow descending mechanism, which belongs to the technical field of fitness equipment and comprises a motor bin, and a motor used for providing training resistance is arranged in the motor bin. The pedal comprises a pedal body and two supporting arms, the two supporting arms are distributed at the end, facing the motor bin, of the pedal body at intervals, the two supporting arms are rotationally connected to the two side portions of the motor bin respectively, and the pedal has a folded state and a flattened state; the damping mechanism is arranged between the pedal and the motor bin so as to provide buffering force for preventing the pedal from being switched from the folded state to the flattened state. According to the strength training equipment with the slow descending mechanism, buffering force can be provided through the damping mechanism in the unfolding process of the pedal, and it is effectively ensured that the pedal is unfolded conveniently and safely.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of fitness equipment, and in particular to a strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Home strength training equipment is popular due to its convenience and ability to provide users with diverse strength training methods, meeting basic home fitness needs. Existing home strength training equipment includes foot pedals, which are designed to be foldable for storage and minimize floor space. However, the unfolding of these foot pedals has revealed inconvenience and safety issues.

[0003] Specifically, the pedals of existing strength training equipment are locked in the folded state by a locking mechanism. When the pedals need to be unfolded, they must first be unlocked to allow them to be in a free state, and then the operator must flip the pedals and lower them to a flat position. Because the pedals are relatively heavy, on the one hand, it is difficult for the operator to operate them, and on the other hand, if the operator loses their grip, it may pose a safety hazard. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide a strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism, which can improve the convenience and safety of the pedal deployment action.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] Strength training equipment with a descent mechanism includes:

[0007] The motor compartment contains a motor for providing training resistance;

[0008] A pedal includes a pedal body and two support arms. The two support arms are spaced apart at one end of the pedal body facing the motor compartment. The two support arms are rotatably connected to both sides of the motor compartment. The pedal has a folded state and a flattened state.

[0009] A damping mechanism is disposed between the pedal and the motor housing to provide a buffering force that prevents the pedal from switching from a folded state to a flattened state.

[0010] In some embodiments, the damping mechanism is disposed between the support arm and the side of the motor housing.

[0011] In some embodiments, the rotatable connection between the support arm and the motor housing has a pivot structure, and the damping mechanism is a rotary damper disposed on the pivot structure.

[0012] In some embodiments, the motor compartment has a vertical docking portion, which is positioned opposite to the pedal body when the pedal is in a flattened state, and the damping mechanism is disposed between the bottom of the pedal body and the vertical docking portion.

[0013] In some embodiments, the damping mechanism is a telescopic rod-shaped damper, the vertical docking portion is provided with a first mounting portion, the bottom of the pedal body is provided with a second mounting portion, one end of the telescopic rod-shaped damper is rotatably mounted on the first mounting portion, and the other end of the telescopic rod-shaped damper is rotatably mounted on the second mounting portion.

[0014] In some embodiments, when the pedal is in a flattened state, the telescopic rod-shaped damper is in a compressed state, and the height of the first mounting portion is not higher than the height of the second mounting portion.

[0015] In some embodiments, a decorative panel is provided at the bottom of the pedal body, and an opening receiving groove is formed on the decorative panel to communicate with the second mounting part. The opening receiving groove is used to receive the telescopic rod-shaped damper.

[0016] In some embodiments, the telescopic rod damper has an operating switch that, when the pedal is in a fully folded state, extends the telescopic rod damper to trigger a locking limit stroke, and the operating switch switches to a locked state.

[0017] In some embodiments, the two ends of the vertical docking portion are respectively provided with locking mounting mechanisms facing the pedal body. When the pedal is in a flattened state, the locking mounting mechanisms press against the pedal body to lock the pedal.

[0018] In some embodiments, the locking mounting mechanism is further provided with an auxiliary pulley, which is used to assist the movement of the strength training equipment in an inclined state.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism of this utility model can provide buffering force through the damping mechanism during the unfolding process of the pedal, effectively ensuring the convenient unfolding and safe flattening of the pedal. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a strength training device with the pedal in a flattened state.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of a pedal in a strength training device during a certain state of deployment.

[0023] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a strength training device with the pedal in a folded state.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a pneumatic damping rod 60 as the damping structure.

[0025] Reference numerals: Motor compartment 10, Vertical docking part 11, First mounting part 111, Pedal 20, Support arm 21, Pedal body 22, Second mounting part 221, Vertical bracket 30, Display screen 40, Guide rope pulley group 51, Pull rope 52, Pneumatic damping rod 60, Operating switch 61, Locking mounting mechanism 70, Auxiliary pulley 80. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the technical problems solved by this utility model, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "fixed," "linked," "communicated," "abutting," "clamping," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0029] In the description herein, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," and "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation. They do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are merely used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0030] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0031] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style of the specification is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0032] Unless otherwise stated or defined, the term "and / or" as used in this invention includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0033] For ease of description, unless otherwise stated, the preset direction or up and down direction mentioned below are the same as... Figure 1 Its vertical direction is consistent with its horizontal direction, and the horizontal direction mentioned below is consistent with its vertical direction. Figure 1 Its left and right directions are consistent, and the left and right directions mentioned below are the same as those in the previous text. Figure 1 Their projection directions are consistent.

[0034] In related technologies, the pedals of strength training equipment are locked in the folded state by a locking mechanism. When it is necessary to unfold the pedals, the mechanism is first unlocked to allow the pedals to be in a free state, and then the operator flips the pedals and lowers them to a flat position. Because the pedals are relatively heavy, it requires considerable effort from the operator, who needs to support the pedals throughout the entire process to rotate them to a flat position. Furthermore, if the operator loses control, it could pose a safety hazard. Therefore, the aforementioned strength training equipment is cumbersome to operate, requires considerable effort, and poses certain safety risks.

[0035] To address the problems in the aforementioned related technologies, this application provides a strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism. By incorporating the slow-descent mechanism, the device enables the safe and effortless deployment of the pedals, ensuring the safety of the strength training device during use.

[0036] refer to Figure 1 This is a strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism in some embodiments, used to provide users with training in a variety of movements. The strength training device includes a motor housing 10, a rope assembly, a pedal 20, a vertical support 30, and a display screen 40.

[0037] The motor housing 10 houses a motor that provides training resistance. The motor's output end is connected to a winding wheel, which the motor drives to rotate. The pull rope assembly includes a pull rope 52 and a guide rope pulley assembly 51. The guide rope pulley assembly 51 is mounted on both sides of the vertical support 30. One end of the pull rope 52 is connected to the winding wheel, and the other end passes through the guide rope pulley assembly 51 and connects to a training component, such as a training handle or a long training bar, for user training. The height of the guide rope pulley assembly 51 on the vertical support 30 is adjustable, allowing for adjustment of the pull rope 52's exit height to accommodate more training movements. The display screen 40 is used for displaying and interacting with the training process.

[0038] Continue to refer to Figure 1 When pedal 20 is in a flat position, the user typically steps on it during training. The user's own weight acts on pedal 20, helping to ensure the stability of the entire strength training equipment during training. Alternatively, pedal 20 can be used to place a training bench, on which the user can sit or lie during training.

[0039] Continue to refer to Figures 1 to 3 The pedal 20 includes a pedal body 22 and two support arms 21. The two support arms 21 are spaced apart at one end of the pedal body 22 facing the motor compartment 10. The two support arms 21 are located on the side of the motor compartment 10 and are rotatably connected to the motor compartment 10. The two support arms 21 may be integrally formed with the pedal body 22 or fixedly connected to the pedal body 22. This application does not make specific limitations on this.

[0040] In some embodiments, the support arm 21 is generally strip-shaped and extends to the side of the motor housing 10 to facilitate the rotatable connection between the pedal 20 and the motor housing 10. The specific shape of the support arm 21 is not specifically limited in this application.

[0041] The motor compartment 10 of this application is defined as a cavity for accommodating a motor. The cavity has cavity walls and a base, which can be interpreted as including the bottom frame portion of the entire machine. For example, the bottom plate or bottom steel structure frame located at the bottom of the motor compartment 10 should be interpreted as part of the motor compartment 10.

[0042] The pedal 20 has a folded state (e.g.) Figure 3 (as shown) and flattened state (as shown) Figure 1As shown, when training is needed, the pedal 20 unfolds to a flat state, making it convenient for the user to step on it for training; after the user finishes training, the pedal 20 folds back to a folded state, making it convenient to store the strength training equipment. It should be noted that the process between the flat and folded states is the unfolding process of the pedal 20. Figure 2 The diagram shows a structural schematic of the pedal 20 in a certain state during the unfolding process.

[0043] Continue to refer to Figure 2 as well as Figure 3 To ensure the safe and effortless unfolding of the pedal 20 and guarantee the safety of the strength training equipment, the strength training equipment of this application includes a slow-descent mechanism. Specifically, the strength training equipment includes a damping mechanism disposed between the pedal 20 and the motor housing 10 to provide a buffering force that prevents the pedal 20 from switching from a folded state to a flattened state. When the pedal 20 unfolds from a folded state to a flattened state, the buffering force provided by the damping mechanism facilitates the slow descent of the pedal 20; and when the pedal 20 folds from a flattened state to a folded state, the buffering force provided by the damping mechanism assists in folding the pedal 20. With the motor housing 10 remaining relatively stationary, the damping mechanism applies resistance to the pedal 20 when the pedal 20 rotates relative to the motor housing 10.

[0044] The type of damping mechanism and its installation location are not specifically limited. The damping mechanism can be a rotary damper, friction damper, hydraulic damper, liquid-gas mixture damper, electromagnetic damper, mechanical damper, or other types of dampers. The damping mechanism can be installed on the side of the motor housing 10, or, when the pedal 20 is in a flattened state, at the end of the motor housing 10 facing the pedal 20.

[0045] In some embodiments, a damping mechanism is disposed between the support arm 21 and the side of the motor housing 10. In this case, during the unfolding or retracting of the pedal 20, the resistance provided by the damping mechanism acts on the support arm 21 and then on the pedal body 22.

[0046] The damping mechanism can be installed on the support arm 21. When the support arm 21 rotates relative to the side of the motor compartment 10, the angular displacement of the support arm 21 corresponds to the stroke of the damping force provided by the damping mechanism. The damping mechanism can be installed at the pivot point of the support arm 21 or on the rod of the support arm 21.

[0047] In some embodiments, the rotatable connection between the support arm 21 and the motor housing 10 has a pivot structure, and the damping mechanism is a rotary damper, which is mounted on the pivot structure. Specifically, the rotary damper is mounted on a rotating shaft, the rotating part of the rotary damper is fixedly connected to the support arm 21, and the fixed part of the rotary damper is fixedly connected to the motor housing 10.

[0048] In some other embodiments, the motor compartment 10 has a vertical docking portion 11. When the pedal 20 is in a flattened state, the vertical docking portion 11 is positioned opposite to the pedal body 22. A damping mechanism is disposed between the bottom of the pedal body 22 and the vertical docking portion 11.

[0049] It should be explained that when the pedal 20 is in a flattened state, the pedal body 22 is connected to the motor housing 10. To ensure a smooth connection, this application provides a vertical connecting portion 11 at the end of the motor housing 10 facing the pedal 20. The height of the vertical connecting portion 11 is approximately the same as the thickness of the pedal body 22. Furthermore, the term "connecting" in the vertical connecting portion 11 only represents a physical positional relationship, indicating that the vertical connecting portion 11 of the motor housing 10 and the pedal body 22 are positioned opposite each other, without implying that there must be a necessary connection between them.

[0050] Preferably, the damping mechanism is a telescopic rod-shaped damper. A first mounting portion 111 is provided on the vertical connecting portion 11, and a second mounting portion 221 is provided on the bottom of the pedal body 22. One end of the telescopic rod-shaped damper is rotatably mounted on the first mounting portion 111, and the other end is rotatably mounted on the second mounting portion 221. In some embodiments, the telescopic rod-shaped damper can be a pneumatic damping rod 60, a hydraulic damping rod, or a gas-liquid hybrid damping rod. Specifically, rotational mounting can be achieved using a pin.

[0051] refer to Figure 4 Taking the pneumatic damping rod 60 as an example, the pneumatic damping rod 60 has a locked state and an operating state. An operating switch 61 is provided on the pneumatic damping rod 60. By operating the switch 61, the pneumatic damping rod 60 can be unlocked, thus putting it into the operating state to assist the cushioned descent of the pedal 20. After the pedal 20 is folded, the pneumatic damping rod 60 extends to the corresponding stroke, and the operating switch 61 automatically locks it.

[0052] In some embodiments, when the pedal 20 is in the flattened state, the telescopic rod-shaped damper is in the compressed state, and the height of the first mounting part 111 is not higher than the height of the second mounting part 221. Typically, a locking mounting mechanism 70 is provided between the pedal 20 and the motor housing 10. When the pedal 20 is in the flattened state for user training, the locking mounting mechanism 70 is generally used to lock the pedal 20 and the motor housing 10, ensuring the stability of the device during training. When the user finishes training and is ready to fold the pedal 20, the user first unlocks the locking mounting mechanism 70 and then raises the pedal 20. At this time, since the height of the first mounting part 111 is not higher than the height of the second mounting part 221, the telescopic rod-shaped damper can promptly provide an upward force to the pedal 20, thereby saving the force required for the user to fold the pedal 20.

[0053] In some embodiments, a decorative panel is provided at the bottom of the pedal body 22, and an open receiving groove is formed on the decorative panel, which communicates with the second mounting part 221. The open receiving groove is used to accommodate the telescopic rod-shaped damper. When the pedal 20 is in the flattened state, the telescopic rod-shaped damper is hidden in the open receiving groove, making it convenient for the pedal 20 to be laid flat on the training ground. Preferably, a plurality of ribs are provided at the bottom of the pedal body 22 along the width direction of the pedal body 22, and the second mounting part 221 is fixedly mounted on the ribs to ensure installation strength. The ribs near the end of the support arm 21 are correspondingly provided with notches to accommodate the telescopic rod-shaped damper.

[0054] Optionally, the telescopic rod damper has an operating switch 61. When the pedal 20 is in the fully folded state, the telescopic rod damper extends to the trigger locking limit stroke, and the operating switch 61 switches to the locked state.

[0055] refer to Figure 4 The telescopic rod damper has an operating switch 61. The user can unlock the telescopic rod damper by operating switch 61, allowing it to compress and provide resistance. When the pedal 20 is fully folded, the corresponding extension length of the telescopic rod damper is the locking limit stroke. At this time, the operating switch 61 is triggered to the locking state. Without unlocking, the telescopic rod damper cannot be compressed, thus effectively limiting the pedal 20 to the fully folded state, ensuring safety and stability in the folded state. Simultaneously, the telescopic rod damper is essentially in its longest extended state, corresponding to its minimum or non-load-bearing state, which helps extend the service life of the telescopic rod damper.

[0056] In some embodiments, the two ends of the vertical docking portion 11 are respectively provided with locking mounting mechanisms 70 facing the pedal body 22. When the pedal 20 is in a flattened state, the locking mounting mechanisms 70 press against the pedal body 22 to lock the pedal 20, ensuring the stability of the strength training equipment during training. The locking mounting mechanism 70 is also provided with an auxiliary pulley 80, which is used to assist the movement of the strength training equipment in an inclined state.

[0057] The technical principles of this utility model have been described above with reference to specific embodiments. These descriptions are merely for explaining the principles of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model in any way. Based on this explanation, those skilled in the art can readily conceive of other specific embodiments of this utility model without any inventive effort, and these embodiments will all fall within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism, characterized in that, include: The motor compartment contains a motor for providing training resistance; The pedal includes a pedal body and two support arms. The two support arms are spaced apart and distributed at one end of the pedal body facing the motor compartment. The two support arms are rotatably connected to the two sides of the motor compartment. The pedal has a folded state and a flattened state. as well as A damping mechanism is disposed between the pedal and the motor housing to provide a buffering force that prevents the pedal from switching from a folded state to a flattened state.

2. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The damping mechanism is disposed between the support arm and the side of the motor compartment.

3. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The pivot structure is located at the rotatable connection between the support arm and the motor housing. The damping mechanism is a rotary damper, which is mounted on the pivot structure.

4. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The motor compartment has a vertical docking portion. When the pedal is in a flattened state, the vertical docking portion is positioned opposite to the pedal body. The damping mechanism is located between the bottom of the pedal body and the vertical docking portion.

5. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The damping mechanism is a telescopic rod-shaped damper. The vertical docking part is provided with a first mounting part, and the bottom of the pedal body is provided with a second mounting part. One end of the telescopic rod-shaped damper is rotatably mounted on the first mounting part, and the other end of the telescopic rod-shaped damper is rotatably mounted on the second mounting part.

6. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, When the pedal is in a flattened state, the telescopic rod-shaped damper is in a compressed state, and the height of the first mounting part is not higher than the height of the second mounting part.

7. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom of the pedal body is provided with a decorative panel, and an opening receiving groove is formed on the decorative panel to connect with the second mounting part. The opening receiving groove is used to receive the telescopic rod-shaped damper.

8. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The telescopic rod damper has an operating switch. When the pedal is in the fully folded state, the telescopic rod damper extends to the trigger locking limit stroke, and the operating switch switches to the locked state.

9. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, Both ends of the vertical connecting part are respectively provided with locking installation mechanisms facing the pedal body. When the pedal is in a flat state, the locking installation mechanisms press against the pedal body to lock the pedal.

10. The strength training device with a slow-descent mechanism according to claim 9, characterized in that, The locking mounting mechanism is also equipped with an auxiliary pulley, which is used to assist the movement of the strength training equipment in an inclined state.

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