Foldable rowing machine
By using locking components and a slide/rail structure, combined with a bracket rotation connection and groove design, the problems of cumbersome operation, large space occupation, and safety hazards of existing rowing machines are solved, achieving convenient storage and a safe rowing machine user experience.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHEJIANG YUNBU INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
Existing rowing machines have problems such as cumbersome operation, large space occupation, and significant safety hazards during use and storage.
Employing locking components and a sliding groove/rail structure, the damping water tank can be flexibly stored by switching between folding and fixed states of the damping water tank and the support frame, combined with the rotating connection and groove design of the bracket.
It achieves ease of use and storage, does not take up too much space, reduces safety hazards, and improves the user experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of fitness equipment technology, specifically relating to a foldable rowing machine. Background Technology
[0002] A rowing machine is a fitness device that simulates the motion of rowing. Regular use of a rowing machine is effective in strengthening the muscles of the legs, waist, upper limbs, chest, and back. Current rowing machines are typically two-section machines, which are quite long and take up considerable space after use. If stored upright or leaned against a wall, they are easily damaged by slight touches or vibrations, posing a significant safety hazard. Existing technology has developed a rowing machine with two sections that slide together. These sections can be unfolded and folded by relative sliding. This type of machine uses a pin and guide hole for the sliding connection (the guide hole is located on the first section, and the pin is located on the second section, passing through the guide hole). Therefore, after unfolding, a knob that engages with the pin is needed to lock the two sections in the unfolded position, making both use and storage cumbersome in practice. Traditional storage methods involve installing a movable device on the crossbeam that forms the track. This requires dividing the entire crossbeam into two parts and connecting them using the movable device (e.g., a shaft connection). During storage, the movable device folds the crossbeam to one side of the connecting piece. However, during rowing machine use, the user sits on the seat and moves back and forth between the two crossbeam sections. Passing the movable device can cause unusual noises, and the back-and-forth movement can also lead to loosening of parts, posing a safety hazard to the user. Therefore, those skilled in the art urgently need to propose improvements. Summary of the Invention
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a foldable rowing machine that is easy to use, convenient to store, and does not take up much space.
[0004] This utility model proposes the following technical solution: a foldable rowing machine, comprising: a support frame, on which a damping water tank is movably disposed, and a locking component is disposed between the damping water tank and the support frame, the locking component having a working position and a folded position relative to the support frame: when the damping water tank is in the working position, the damping water tank is tilted relative to the support frame, and the damping water tank moves from the working position to a folded position parallel to the support frame for storage;
[0005] The support frame includes a first bracket and a second bracket. The first bracket is rotatably connected to the second bracket. The second bracket has a working position and a folded position. When the second bracket is in the working position, the first bracket and the second bracket are on the same horizontal plane, and the second bracket can rotate from the working position to fit with the first bracket.
[0006] This design folds and stores or fixes the working state of the damping water tank and the support frame through the locking component, and the damping water tank is partially movably arranged, making the structure flexible to store and convenient.
[0007] Further, the locking component includes a first mounting frame and a second mounting frame. The first mounting frame is rotatably connected to the support frame; the second mounting frame is fixed to one side of the damping water tank relative to the support frame, and the second mounting frame is slidably connected to the support frame; the first mounting frame and the second mounting frame are connected by a locking component.
[0008] This design realizes the switching between the folding and working states of the damping water tank on the support frame through a specific locking connection structure, ensuring the realization of the locking structure.
[0009] Further, the second mounting frame and the support frame are provided with mutually matching chutes or slide rails, which have a simple structure and good sliding effect.
[0010] This design realizes the switching between the folding and fixed states of the damping water tank through the sliding structure of the chute or slide rail.
[0011] Further, the first mounting frame is arranged in an "丄" shape. The bottom of the first mounting frame is rotatably connected to the support frame, and the top of the first mounting frame is connected to the second mounting frame by a locking component.
[0012] This design clearly elaborates on the movable connections of the first mounting frame with the support frame and the second mounting frame respectively, which has a simple structure and good locking effect.
[0013] Further, the locking component includes a bolt. The bolt passes through the first mounting frame and the second mounting frame. A pin hole is provided at the top of the first mounting frame, and a U-shaped frame is provided on the second mounting frame. The bolt passes through the U-shaped frame and the pin hole.
[0014] This design preferably uses a bolt as the locking component, but is not limited to other parts that can achieve the same effect.
[0015] This design further folds and stores the support frame through the rotational connection between the first bracket and the second bracket, reducing the floor area occupied by folding and storage. Specifically, the first bracket and the second bracket can be connected by a hinge or other rotational connection methods, and other methods that can achieve the same effect are not excluded.
[0016] Furthermore, the bracket is provided with a groove, which is adapted to the bottom of the damping water tank, and the surface of the groove is parallel to the slide groove or slide rail.
[0017] With both the damping water tank and bracket 2 folded and stored, this design hides the damping water tank between bracket 1 and bracket 2, further reducing the vertical storage space through a simple structural design.
[0018] Furthermore, foot pedals are symmetrically arranged on the first bracket, with the fixed end of the foot pedal rotatably connected to the first bracket and the free end mounted on the damping water tank; the free end of the foot pedal rotates towards the second bracket with the fixed end as the center.
[0019] This design folds the foot pedal to take up less vertical space, making it easier to pack and decorate, and less likely to be damaged during transport.
[0020] Furthermore, a seat cushion device is movably mounted on the second support, the seat cushion device is slidably mounted on the second support, and a receiving cavity is provided on the second support, the receiving cavity being adapted to the top of the damping water tank.
[0021] This design incorporates a receiving cavity on the second bracket without affecting the use of the original seat cushion device. When both the second bracket and the damping water tank are folded and stored, the top of the damping water tank is placed into the receiving cavity, which saves space and provides protection. The structure is simple yet quite compact.
[0022] Furthermore, a matching slide groove or slide rail is provided between the second bracket and the cushion device.
[0023] This design allows the seat cushion to slide normally on the support frame through a slide rail or slide channel, resulting in a simple structure and excellent performance.
[0024] Furthermore, a data display instrument is installed on the top of the damping water tank, and the data display instrument is connected to the damping water tank via an adjusting bracket.
[0025] This design allows for adjustable height and angle of the display, making it convenient for different users and requiring less space during packaging and transportation.
[0026] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0027] This invention uses a locking component to position the damping water tank in a working position and a folded position relative to the support frame. When the damping water tank is in the working position, it is tilted relative to the support frame. When the damping water tank moves from the working position to the folded position parallel to the support frame for storage, it reduces storage space.
[0028] This utility model provides a groove on the support, which is adapted to the bottom of the damping water tank. When the damping water tank is in the folded storage state, the bottom of the damping water tank is embedded in the space formed by the groove, further reducing the storage space.
[0029] This utility model provides a receiving cavity for the second bracket without affecting the use of the original seat cushion device. The receiving cavity is adapted to the top of the damping water tank. That is, when both the second bracket and the damping water tank are in the folded storage state, the top of the damping water tank is placed into the receiving cavity, which saves storage space once again.
[0030] This invention reduces the footprint of the foot pedal in vertical space when stored by flipping the free end of the foot pedal in two directions towards the support with the fixed end as the center.
[0031] This invention features an adjustable height and angle display instrument, which not only caters to different user habits but also requires less space during packaging and transportation. Attached Figure Description
[0032] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings:
[0033] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention in its working state;
[0034] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram from another perspective of the working state of this utility model;
[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the working state of the damping water tank and support in this utility model;
[0036] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model in its folded state.
[0037] Among them, support frame 1, bracket one 11, groove 111, bracket two 12, seat cushion device 121, receiving cavity 122, damping water tank 2, locking component 3, mounting bracket one 31, mounting bracket two 32, pin 33, slide groove or slide rail one 4, foot pedal 5, fixed end 51, free end 52, slide groove or slide rail two 6, data display instrument 7, adjusting bracket 71, hinge 8. Detailed Implementation
[0038] Preferred embodiments of the utility model will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the utility model.
[0039] It should be noted that in the description of the utility model, the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", etc., indicating the direction or positional relationship are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation on the utility model.
[0040] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of the utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0041] Please see Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a foldable rowing machine includes a support frame 1. The bottom of the support frame 1 serves as the support part of the rowing machine for contact with the ground. A damping water tank 2 is movably mounted on the support frame 1, and a data display instrument 7 is mounted on the top of the damping water tank 2. The data display instrument 7 is connected to the damping water tank 2 via an adjusting bracket 71. A locking component 3 is provided between the damping water tank 2 and the support frame 1, which controls the damping water tank 2 relative to the support frame 1 to have a working position and a folded position. When the damping water tank 2 is in the working position, it is tilted relative to the support frame 1. When the damping water tank 2 moves from the working position to a folded position parallel to the support frame 1 for storage, the support frame 1 includes a first bracket 11 and a second bracket 12, which are rotatably connected. The second bracket 12 has a working position and a folded position. When the second bracket 12 is in the working position, the first bracket 11 and the second bracket 12 are on the same horizontal plane. The second bracket 12 can rotate upward from the working position to fit against the first bracket 11.
[0042] Specifically, the locking assembly 3 includes mounting bracket one 31 and mounting bracket two 32. Mounting bracket one 31 is rotatably connected to the support frame 1; mounting bracket two 32 is fixed to the side of the damping water tank 2 opposite to the support frame 1, and mounting bracket two 32 is slidably connected to the support frame 1; mounting bracket one 31 and mounting bracket two 32 are connected by the locking assembly 3. The locking assembly 3 includes a pin 33, which passes through mounting bracket one 31 and mounting bracket two 32. Mounting bracket one 31 has a pin hole at its top, and mounting bracket two 32 has a U-shaped bracket, through which the pin 33 passes.
[0043] Specifically, mounting bracket 31 is arranged in an "L" shape, with its bottom rotatably connected to support bracket 1, and its top connected to mounting bracket 32 via locking assembly 3. Mounting bracket 32 and support bracket 1 are provided with matching sliding grooves or slide rails 4.
[0044] Among them, the design of the limiting structure between the mounting bracket 31 and the support bracket 11 is optimal, making the damping water tank 2 more stable in the working state.
[0045] Specifically, bracket 11 is provided with a groove 111, which is adapted to the bottom of the damping water tank 2, and the surface of the groove 111 is parallel to the slide or slide rail 4. Foot pedals 5 are symmetrically arranged on bracket 11. The fixed end 51 of the foot pedal 5 is rotatably connected to bracket 11, and the free end 52 is mounted on the damping water tank 2; the free end 52 of the foot pedal 5 rotates towards bracket 12 with the fixed end 51 as the center.
[0046] Specifically, a seat cushion assembly 121 is movably mounted on the second bracket 12, and the seat cushion assembly 121 is slidably mounted on the second bracket 12. The second bracket 12 is provided with a receiving cavity 122, which is adapted to the top of the damping water tank 2. A matching slide groove or slide rail 6 is provided between the second bracket 12 and the seat cushion assembly 121.
[0047] Other components of the rowing machine are not the technical points to be protected by this invention, so they will not be described in detail. Other structures can be referred to the existing rowing machine structures.
[0048] Working principle description:
[0049] To fold and store the rowing machine in working condition, first pull out the pin 33, rotate the mounting bracket 31 to the inside of the bracket 11, then rotate the damping water tank 2 clockwise until it is parallel to the bracket 11, and slide it into the inside of the bracket 111 along the groove 111 on the bracket 111. At this time, the foot pedal 5 can be rotated along the fixed end 51 to complete the storage. At this time, the damping water tank 2 part is now stored. Next, rotate the bracket 2 12 along the hinge until it fits against the bracket 111, and the top of the damping water tank 2 enters the receiving cavity 122 of the bracket 11. At this time, rotate the data display 7 towards the bracket 11. At this time, the entire rowing machine is now stored.
[0050] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A foldable rowing machine, characterized in that: Comprising: A support frame, on which a damping water tank is movably arranged. A locking component is arranged between the damping water tank and the support frame. The locking component enables the damping water tank to have a working position and a folding position relative to the support frame: when the damping water tank is in the working position, the damping water tank is inclined with respect to the support frame, and the damping water tank moves from the working position to a folding position parallel to the support frame for storage. The support frame includes a first bracket and a second bracket. The first bracket is connected to the second bracket. The second bracket has a working position and a folding position. When the second bracket is in the working position, the first bracket and the second bracket are on the same horizontal plane, and the second bracket can rotate from the working position to fit with the first bracket.
2. The foldable rowing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking component includes a first mounting frame and a second mounting frame. The first mounting frame is rotatably connected to the support frame; the second mounting frame is fixed to one side of the damping water tank relative to the support frame, and the second mounting frame is slidably connected to the support frame; the first mounting frame and the second mounting frame are connected by a locking component.
3. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, Matching chutes or a first slide rail are arranged on the second mounting frame and the support frame.
4. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first mounting frame is in an "丄" shape. The bottom of the first mounting frame is rotatably connected to the support frame, and the top of the first mounting frame is connected to the second mounting frame by a locking component.
5. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking component includes a bolt, and the bolt penetrates through the first mounting frame and the second mounting frame.
6. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, A groove is arranged on the first bracket, and the groove is adapted to the bottom of the damping water tank. The surface of the groove is parallel to the chute or the first slide rail.
7. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, Footrests are symmetrically arranged on the first bracket. The fixed ends of the footrests are rotatably connected to the first bracket, and the free ends are placed on the damping water tank; the free ends of the footrests flip towards the direction of the second bracket with the fixed ends as the center.
8. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, A seat cushion device is movably arranged on the second bracket. The seat cushion device is slidably arranged on the second bracket. A receiving cavity is arranged on the second bracket, and the receiving cavity is adapted to the top of the damping water tank.
9. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, Matching chutes or a second slide rail are arranged between the second bracket and the seat cushion device.
10. A foldable rowing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, A data display is arranged on the top of the damping water tank, and the data display is connected to the damping water tank through an adjustment bracket.