Tensegrity device suitable as a play, throwing, training or therapy device and system comprising a tensegrity device

Abstract

Tensegrity device (100) suitable as a play, throwing, training or therapy device, comprising a frame (10) made up of at least three rods (11, 11a) and elastic tension elements (15), wherein the rods (11, 11a) of the frame (10) are spaced apart from one another and are connected to one another by the tension elements (15), wherein the frame (10) is stabilized by tensile forces of the tension elements (15) acting on the rods (11, 11a), wherein the rods (11, 11a) have free ends (13) directed towards an outside (14), characterized in that an elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) is arranged at several of the free ends (13) of the rods (11, 11a), that the elastic elements (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) shock-absorbing elements are such that each elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) comprises an elastomer or consists of an elastomer, that each elastic element (16, 16a, 16b,16c) is designed to widen conically towards the outside (14) of the tensegrity device, and that each elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) has an end surface (17) directed towards the outside (14), wherein the end surface (17) is concave.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a tensegrity device comprising a frame consisting of at least three bars and elastic tension elements, wherein the bars of the frame are spaced apart from one another and are connected to one another by the tension elements, and wherein the frame is stabilized by tensile forces of the tension elements acting on the bars.

[0002] Furthermore, the present invention relates to a system comprising a tensegrity device and an electronic data processing device. Technological background

[0003] Due to the complexity of modern life, people are increasingly seeking ways to balance the stresses of everyday life. The desire for relaxation is paramount, but so is the desire to train both body and mind. This trend is also evident with regard to therapeutic devices, where doctors and patients are not only focused on the effectiveness of the devices, but also want to ensure that the use of these devices is enjoyable.

[0004] Various types of play equipment, throwing devices, training equipment, and therapeutic devices are known from the current state of the art. However, these known devices are not universally applicable in all areas. A play device may be suitable as a throwing device, but then it cannot be used for therapeutic purposes, and vice versa.

[0005] From the company Manhattan Toy ® is sold under the brand name SKWISH ®A toy for toddlers was sold, constructed according to the tensegrity principle. A structure constructed according to the tensegrity principle has a stable framework of rods in which the rods do not touch each other, but are connected only by tension elements. The tensile forces exerted on the rods by these tension elements stabilize the entire structure.

[0006] The well-known tensegrity structure is intended as a rattle or toy for toddlers, but is not suitable in general form as a play, throwing, therapy or training device.

[0007] US Patent 4,731,962 A discloses a compression-tension unit for use in a tensile strength structure. End sections of an elastic cord are guided through slots in the opposite ends of a strut. The cord has a tensioned central section. To secure the elastic cord in the slots, plastic caps are pressed onto the ends of the strut in an undersized fit. Description of the invention: Problem, solution, advantages

[0008] The object of the present invention is to provide a tensegrity device suitable as a play, throwing, training, or therapy device, which enables a wide range of activities in the fields of sports, play, and therapy, promotes reaction time and physical and mental fitness, and is pleasant to use. Furthermore, the object of the present invention is to provide a system comprising a tensegrity device with which the aforementioned advantages are achieved.

[0009] To solve the problem underlying the invention, a tensegrity device suitable as a play, throwing, training or therapy device is proposed, comprising a frame of at least three rods and elastic tension elements, wherein the rods of the frame are spaced apart from one another and are connected to one another by the tension elements, wherein the frame is stabilized by tensile forces acting on the rods by the tension elements, wherein it is further provided that the rods have free ends directed towards an outside, wherein an elastic element is arranged at several of the free ends of the rods, that the elastic elements are shock-absorbing elements, that each elastic element comprises an elastomer or consists of an elastomer, that each elastic element is conically widening towards the outside of the tensegrity device.and that each elastic element has an end face facing outwards, wherein the end face is concave.

[0010] The tensegrity device thus comprises a tensegrity structure consisting of at least three rods and elastic tension elements. It may be a tensegrity structure that is known in this respect.

[0011] The members of the truss structure are spaced apart and connected by tension elements, with the structure being stabilized by the tensile forces acting on the members by these elements. The members need not necessarily be straight or have a constant diameter. They can also be curved or have a diameter that varies along their length.

[0012] Furthermore, the rods have free ends pointing towards an outer surface of the tensegrity device. The tensegrity device occupies a certain volume, which can be conceptually limited, for example, by an imaginary or imagined spherical surface enclosing the tensegrity device. Outside this imagined volume lies the outer surface of the tensegrity device. At least some of the rods have free ends pointing towards this outer surface. A key feature of the present invention is that an elastic element is arranged at several of the free ends of the rods.

[0013] Due to their elasticity, the elastic elements are suitable for dampening and cushioning impacts. Ideally, these elastic elements can also store and release the energy absorbed during impacts. The elastic elements, located at several free ends of the rods, ensure comfortable handling of the tensegrity device. A user can throw the device, strike it with their free palm, or use their head, foot, or another body part to impart a momentum. The user faces no risk of injury or hurt. This comfortable handling is what makes the tensegrity device universally suitable as a toy, throwing implement, training tool, or therapeutic device.

[0014] The applications of the tensegrity device according to the invention are extremely diverse. To name just a few, the tensegrity device can be used for core stability training, hand-eye coordination training, dynamic strength training, coordination and balance training, fascia training, tension training, creativity training, cardiovascular training, anti-dizziness training, and throwing and catching training. Furthermore, the tensegrity device can be used as a recreational sports training device or for fall prevention.

[0015] When used, the tensegrity device improves the user's concentration and ability to maintain focus. The tensegrity device promotes relaxation as well as physical fitness.

[0016] Due to the interconnected rods of the truss structure, linked by elastic tension elements, the tensegrity can be understood as a system of coupled and mutually influencing springs. This can lead to the tensegrity device developing a kind of "life of its own." Even the slightest changes in the momentum applied to the tensegrity device, for example, by altering the striking force or the angle of impact or throw, can result in unpredictable changes in the device's movement behavior. This unpredictable behavior of the tensegrity device during play, training, or therapy is precisely what can enhance the player's or user's concentration, physical fitness, and mobility. For example, when the tensegrity device impacts the ground, its bounce and flight characteristics are unique each time.

[0017] A particular advantage is that an elastic element is arranged at each free end of the rods.

[0018] According to the invention, the elastic elements are shock-absorbing elements.

[0019] The elastic elements can thus dampen impacts, meaning they absorb impact energy and convert it into heat. The degree of shock absorption is primarily determined by the choice of material for the shock-absorbing element. Depending on the intended application, the focus can be on either elasticity, shock absorption, or both.

[0020] It is advantageous to provide that the rods are straight and / or curved, and / or that the pulling elements are pulling ropes, preferably rubber ropes.

[0021] It is also possible that the tension elements are alternatively designed as springs, in particular as metallic springs, and further in particular as metallic coil springs.

[0022] Particularly preferred is the arrangement of the frame comprising six bars, wherein two bars are arranged parallel to each other and aligned orthogonally to the remaining four bars, wherein each free end of each bar is connected via the tension elements to at least four free ends of bars aligned orthogonally to the bar.

[0023] In other words, along each of the three orthogonal axes of the tensegrity device, two rods are aligned and arranged parallel to each other. Each free end of each rod is connected via the tension elements to at least four ends of rods aligned orthogonally to that rod. Preferably, each free end of each rod is not connected to a free end of a rod aligned parallel to that rod. It has been shown that the design of the tensegrity device with a frame of six rods in the described arrangement offers the best combination of weight, stability, playability, and training effect.

[0024] According to the invention, each elastic element is designed to widen conically towards the outside of the tensegrity device.

[0025] The design of the elastic elements, which widens towards the outside, increases the outer surface area of ​​the tensegrity device that is touched by the player when holding and striking, without unnecessarily increasing the amount of material required.

[0026] Furthermore, it is provided that each elastic element has an end surface facing the outside, wherein the end surface is concave.

[0027] By designing the end surface as a concave end surface, the spring, shock or damping properties of the tensegrity device can be influenced.

[0028] In an embodiment not covered by the invention, it may also be provided that each elastic element has an end surface facing the outside, wherein the end surface is flat or convex.

[0029] Furthermore, the elastic elements may incorporate a spring element, particularly a metal spring. This spring element can be integrated into the elastic element. Specifically, the spring element can be positioned between the free end of the rod and the elastic element, meaning that forces acting on the elastic element from the outside are at least partially transferred to the free end of the rod via the spring element. This measure further influences the movement characteristics of the tensegrity device. It also provides the possibility of energy recovery. For example, if the tensegrity device hits the ground, the energy stored in the spring element is released, allowing the tensegrity device to achieve a greater jump height.

[0030] According to the invention, each elastic element comprises an elastomer, preferably a rubber or a silicone rubber, or each elastic element consists of an elastomer, preferably a rubber or a silicone rubber.

[0031] Furthermore, it can be provided that each elastic element is connected to at least two other elastic elements via connecting elements, wherein preferably three elastic elements and three connecting elements form a triangle, and wherein the elastic elements and the connecting elements particularly preferably form a net enclosing the truss structure.

[0032] In particular, the triangles connect to each other and form the network.

[0033] By incorporating connecting elements, the tensegrity device is at least partially provided with an outer surface that is accessible to the user for handling and impact. In particular, this partially present surface prevents the user's fingers from entering the interior of the tensegrity structure during handling. Furthermore, the mesh-like design of the connecting elements and elastic components increases the stability of the tensegrity device and also creates a visually appealing appearance.

[0034] Preferably, the connecting elements are arranged parallel to the tension elements and / or the tension elements are integrated into the connecting elements and / or the connecting elements are the tension elements.

[0035] For example, it is conceivable that the connecting elements are arranged parallel to the tensioning elements, which are preferably designed as rubber cords, with the tensioning elements being located, in particular, inside the preferably net-like surface formed by the connecting elements and the elastic elements. The connecting elements can then be made of the same material as the elastic elements and, furthermore, can be formed as a single piece with them.

[0036] It is also possible for the tensile elements to be located inside or integrated into the connecting elements. In this case, the tensile elements can be designed as elastic cords, and the connecting elements can be made of the same material as the elastic elements, specifically a plastic such as an elastomer or rubber. Another possibility is that the connecting elements themselves are the tensile elements. In this case, the connecting elements can be designed as elastic cords, but it is important to ensure that these cords are flat, like a rubber band, to at least partially form a top or outer surface for the tensegrity device.

[0037] Furthermore, it may be provided that the connecting elements are connected to each other over a surface, and / or that the connecting elements and the elastic elements form an essentially completely closed spherical shell, with the truss structure arranged in the shell.

[0038] Planar sections can thus be located between the connecting elements, so that the gaps in the upper or outer surface of the tensegrity device between the connecting elements are closed. These planar sections can be formed integrally with the connecting elements and / or the elastic elements and, in particular, can be made of the same material as the connecting elements and / or the elastic elements. However, viewed in a radial direction of the tensegrity device, the elastic elements can have a greater material thickness than the connecting elements or the planar sections. It is also possible that the connecting elements have a greater material thickness in the radial direction than the planar sections.

[0039] Overall, the elastic elements, connecting elements, and the planar sections that connect the connecting elements together form an essentially closed spherical shell for the truss structure and, if applicable, the tension elements. Viewed from the outside, the tensegrity device thus resembles a ball. A tensegrity device designed in this way is particularly easy to handle, especially by throwing or kicking.

[0040] If necessary, the spherical shell may be provided with an opening through which the rod structure can be removed or inserted.

[0041] Such an opening can be particularly advantageous for production reasons. The spherical shell, encompassing the elastic elements, connecting elements, and flat sections, can be manufactured separately from the frame and tension members. If the elastic elements, connecting elements, and flat sections of the spherical shell are manufactured as a single unit from the same material, for example, plastic, the spherical shell can be produced in a single process step. The frame, including the tension members, is then subsequently inserted into the spherical shell through the opening.

[0042] Repairing the tensegrity device is also simplified should damage occur to the truss structure.

[0043] Preferably, the elastic elements have a receiving section, in particular a funnel-shaped one, wherein the receiving section, in particular a funnel-shaped one, is designed to place the respective elastic element onto a free end of a rod of the truss structure.

[0044] If a substantially closed shell consisting of connecting elements, planar sections, and elastic elements is provided, the receiving sections, particularly funnel-shaped ones, project from the spherical shell into the interior of the shell. After insertion into the shell, the truss structure is aligned so that the free ends of the trusses engage in the receiving sections, particularly the funnel-shaped ones.

[0045] If the elastic elements include spring elements, in particular metal springs, wherein the spring elements are preferably integrated into the elastic elements, the spring elements can be arranged in the receiving section, in particular the funnel-shaped section.

[0046] It is particularly preferred that the elastic elements and the connecting elements and / or the tension elements, preferably connected over a surface, are integrated and / or formed in one piece, in particular homogeneous or one-piece.

[0047] It is advantageous to provide that at least one elastic additional element is arranged inside the tensegrity structure, wherein the elastic additional element is preferably connected to at least one rod.

[0048] By incorporating an elastic element inside the tensegrity structure, the flight, throwing, jumping, or movement behavior of the tensegrity device can be further modified, as the elastic elements can create additional tensile or compressive forces.

[0049] The elastic additional element is particularly preferred as a spring, especially a metallic spring, or an elastic ball.

[0050] The elastic spring and / or the elastic ball can be arranged inside the tensegrity structure in such a way that, in the neutral state, they exert neither compressive nor tensile forces on the rods of the tensegrity device. Only when a load is applied from the outside, for example, when the tensegrity device is compressed, does the at least one additional elastic element exert forces.

[0051] On the other hand, it is also possible that the at least one elastic additional element arranged inside exerts a tensile or compressive force on the bars of the truss structure even in the neutral state.

[0052] Preferably, at least one weight element may be arranged or be arranged to slide on at least one of the rods.

[0053] In particular, it can be provided that a weight element, for example a spherical weight element, is or can be arranged to slide on one rod, preferably exactly one rod, on each axis of the body. In particular, up to three weight elements are thus arranged or can be arranged on the rods. The weight elements sliding on the rods can generate noise when the tensegrity structure is used. Furthermore, the weight elements sliding on the rods cause a constant shift in the center of gravity of the tensegrity device, making the jumping and movement behavior even more interesting and unpredictable.

[0054] Furthermore, it may be possible to purchase additional weights separately. Each user can then distribute and attach the additional weights to the rods of the tensegrity device according to their own preference.

[0055] Furthermore, it is preferably provided that at least one rod comprises a sensor, wherein the sensor is particularly preferably an acceleration sensor, a vibration sensor or an angle sensor.

[0056] By equipping at least one rod with a sensor, data and information about the movement of the tensegrity device can be collected during its use.

[0057] Another solution to the problem underlying the invention consists in providing a system comprising a previously described tensegrity device and an electronic data processing device, wherein at least one rod of the tensegrity device comprises a sensor, the sensor preferably being an acceleration sensor, a vibration sensor, or an angle sensor, and wherein the data processing device is configured to receive data from the at least one sensor and to derive motion information of the tensegrity device from the data.

[0058] The data processing device may be, in particular, a mobile data processing device, preferably a smartphone, a tablet, or a notebook. The motion information preferably consists of times, especially flight times, forces, and / or speeds, especially angular velocities.

[0059] Furthermore, it may be provided that the system's data processing device is configured to transmit tasks to a user of the system for the use of the tensegrity device.

[0060] For example, it is thus possible for the system user to be presented with so-called "challenges" by the data processing device regarding the tensegrity device. Such a "challenge" could, for example, consist of keeping the tensegrity device in the air without ground contact for a predetermined period and achieving a predetermined number of throws of the tensegrity device within this period.

[0061] During the challenge, the data processing device uses motion information transmitted by the tensegrity device's sensors to determine the start and end times of the device's flight phases. These times can be determined, for example, by detecting abrupt impacts or large accelerations. Further information, such as the number of throws or impacts, flight time, or total game time, can then be derived from these times.

[0062] The possible challenges are not limited to this example; any task can be set, especially tasks whose fulfillment can be assessed by evaluating the movement information.

[0063] Another solution to the problem underlying the invention consists in providing a computer program product comprising instructions which, when the program is executed by a data processing device, cause it to receive data from the at least one sensor of a previously described tensegrity device and to derive motion information of the tensegrity device from the data and / or to transmit tasks for the use of a previously described tensegrity device to a user. Brief description of the characters

[0064] The invention is explained in more detail below with reference to the figures.

[0065] They show Fig. 1a a perspective view of a tensegrity device with elastic elements, Fig. 1b a side view of a tensegrity device with elastic elements, Fig. 2a a first perspective view of a first elastic element, Fig. 2b a second perspective view of the first elastic element, Fig. 3 another tensegrity device with a net-like covering, Fig. 4 another tensegrity device with a spherical shell, Fig. 5 a tensegrity device with a spring, Fig. 6 a tensegrity device with an elastic ball, Fig. 7 a tensegrity device with a weight element and an accelerometer, Fig. 8 a perspective view of a second elastic element, and Fig. 9 a perspective view of a third elastic element. Detailed description of the characters

[0066] Fig. Figure 1a shows a perspective view of a tensegrity device 100. Fig. Figure 1b shows a side view of the tensegrity device 100 of the Fig. 1a. The tensegrity device 100 comprises a frame 10 made up of six bars 11. Two bars 11 are arranged in pairs along one of the sections on the right side of the Fig. 1a and Fig. The three orthogonal body axes 12a, 12b, and 12c shown in Figure 1b are aligned. This arrangement ensures that each rod 11 is orthogonal to four other rods 11. Each rod 11 has two free ends 13, which point towards the outside 14 of the tensegrity device 100. The free ends 13 of the rods 11 are connected to each other by tension elements 15. The tension elements 15 are designed as elastic cords 15a. The tension elements 15 exert tensile forces on the rods 11, which stabilize the truss structure 10. Each free end 13 of a rod 11 is connected to four free ends 13 of rods 11 that are orthogonal to that rod 11. An elastic element 16 is arranged at each free end 13 of each rod 11. The elastic elements 16 are designed for shock absorption. The elastic elements 16 are made of a plastic, for example silicone rubber, and are designed to be approximately conically widened towards the outside 14 of the tensegrity device 100.On its outer side 14, each elastic element 16 has an end surface 17, which in the illustrated case is concave. Particularly due to the elastic elements 16, the tensegrity device 100 is suitable as a toy, throwing, training or therapeutic device.

[0067] In the Fig. 2a and Fig. Figure 2b shows an elastic element 16. The elastic element 16 is designed to widen conically towards the end surface 17 and has a receiving section 18 on the side opposite the end surface 17, in particular a funnel-shaped one, with which the elastic element 16 can be placed onto a free end 13 of a rod 11 of the tensegrity device 100.

[0068] Fig. Figure 3 shows a variant of the tensegrity device 100. The tensegrity device 100 according to Fig. Figure 3 also features a frame 10 consisting of six bars 11. Elastic elements 16 are arranged at the free ends 13 of the bars 11. Furthermore, connecting elements 19 are provided, each connecting two elastic elements 16 to one another. Three elastic elements 16a, 16b, 16c together with three connecting elements 19a, 19b, 19c form a structure 10 consisting of six bars 11. Fig. 3 Triangle 20 indicated by the dashed line. The elastic elements 16 and the connecting elements 19 thereby form a net 21 enclosing the frame 10. The elastic elements 16 and the connecting elements 19 are made of a single material or are homogeneous, i.e., the elastic elements 16 and the connecting elements 19 are manufactured together and simultaneously from the plastic. The tensegrity device 100 also has tension elements 15, which run inside the net 21 formed by the elastic elements 16 and the connecting elements 19 and are aligned parallel to the connecting elements 19. As an alternative to the design of the Fig. 3. The tension elements 15 can also be integrated into the connecting elements 19, or the tension elements 15 can be designed as connecting elements 19. In this case, the elastic elements 16 and the connecting elements 19 may not be made of the same material. The connecting elements 19 could then be designed as rubber bands, while the elastic elements 16 continue to be made of silicone rubber.

[0069] Fig. Figure 4 shows a further embodiment of the tensegrity device 100. In the tensegrity device 100 according to Fig. 4. The connecting elements 19 are connected by planar sections 22 arranged between the connecting elements 19 (see Figure 4). Fig. 3) so that the elastic elements 16, the connecting elements 19 and the planar sections 22 form a substantially completely closed spherical shell 23 within which the truss structure 10 and the tension elements 15 are arranged. In the Fig. Figure 4 shows only half of the shell 23 to reveal the truss structure 10 and the tension elements 15. The connecting elements 19, the planar sections 22, and the elastic elements 16 are preferably made of a homogeneous material, for example, silicone rubber. The spherical shell 23 has an opening 24 through which the truss structure 10 can be removed or inserted. This is particularly advantageous for production purposes.

[0070] Another variant of the tensegrity device is in Fig. 5 shown. The tensegrity device 100 after Fig. 5, essentially corresponds to the tensegrity device 100 according to Fig. 1a and Fig. 1b. Inside the tensegrity device 100, however, elastic additional elements 25 are arranged, which in the case shown are designed as springs 26. The springs 26 inside the tensegrity device 100 each connect two rods 11 and are unloaded in the neutral state.

[0071] Alternatively, the elastic additional element 25 can be used as in Fig. Figure 6 shows that the device is designed as an elastic ball 27 arranged inside the tensegrity device 100.

[0072] Fig. Figure 7 shows a tensegrity device 100 extended with additional elements. Weight elements 28 are arranged to slide on the rods 11 of the tensegrity device 100. When playing or training with the tensegrity device 100, the center of gravity of the tensegrity device 100 continuously shifts due to the sliding weight elements 28. Furthermore, one of the rods 11a has a sensor 29. The sensor 29 is designed as an accelerometer 30. Therefore, vibrations of the tensegrity device 100 can be detected with the sensor 29. This information can be transmitted, for example, via radio signal to a data processing device (not shown), such as a smartphone. The data processing device can then use the information received from the sensors 29 to determine, for example, the flight time of the tensegrity device 100 or the number of throws made with the tensegrity device 100.

[0073] In Fig. Figure 8 shows a further embodiment of an elastic element 16. The elastic element 16 is designed as a sphere 31 and has a receiving section 18 with a receiving opening 32a. The sphere 31 can be placed with the receiving opening 32 onto a free end 13 of a rod 11 of the truss structure 10.

[0074] A further embodiment of an elastic element 16 is described in Fig. 9 shown. The elastic element 16 of the Fig. 9 has a receiving section 18 and an opposite end surface 17. Contrary to the design of the Fig. 2a and Fig. 2b the elastic element 16 of the Fig. 9 is in the direction of the end surface 17. In addition, the elastic element 16 of the Fig. 9 a course formed with steps 33 between the receiving section 18 and the end surface 17. List of reference symbols 100 tensegrity device 10 Truss structure 11 Staff 11a Staff 12a Body axis 12b Body axis 12c Body axis 13 Free End 14 Outside 15 tension elements 15a Rubber ropes 16 Elastic element 16a Elastic element 16b Elastic element 16c Elastic element 17 End surface 18 Recording section 19 Connecting element 19a Connecting element 19b Connecting element 19c Connecting element 20 Triangle 21 network 22 Area section 23 case 24-hour opening 25 Additional element 26 springs 27 Elastic Ball 28 Weight element 29 Sensor 30 Accelerometer 31 balls 32 Intake opening 33rd level

Claims

[1] Tensegrity device (100) suitable as a game, throwing, training or therapy device, comprising a frame (10) made of at least three rods (11, 11a) and elastic tension elements (15), wherein the rods (11, 11a) of the frame (10) are spaced apart from each other and are connected to each other by the tension elements (15), wherein the frame (10) is stabilized by tensile forces of the tension elements (15) acting on the rods (11, 11a), wherein the rods (11, 11a) have free ends (13) directed towards an outside (14), characterized by, that at several of the free ends (13) of the rods (11, 11a) an elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) is arranged, that the elastic elements (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) are shock-absorbing elements, that each elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) comprises or consists of an elastomer, that each elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) is conically widening towards the outside (14) of the tensegrity device, and that each elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) has an end surface (17) directed towards the outside (14), wherein the end surface (17) is concave. [2] Tensegrity device (100) according to claim 1, characterized by , that an elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) is arranged at each of the free ends (13) of the rods (11, 11a), and / or that the rods (11, 11a) are straight and / or bent, and / or that the tension elements (15) are tension ropes, wherein the tension ropes are preferably rubber ropes (15a). [3] Tensegrity device (100) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by , that the framework (10) comprises six bars (11, 11a), wherein two bars (11, 11a) are arranged parallel to each other and are aligned orthogonally to the remaining four bars (11, 11a), wherein each free end (13) of each bar (11, 11a) is connected via the tension elements (15) to at least four free ends (13) of bars (11, 11a) aligned orthogonally to the bar (11, 11a). [4] Tensegrity device (100) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by that the elastomer is a rubber or a silicone rubber. [5] Tensegrity device (100) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that each elastic element (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) is connected to at least two other elastic elements (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) via connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c), wherein preferably three elastic elements (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) and three connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c) form a triangle (20), wherein the elastic elements (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) and the connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c) preferably form a net (21) enclosing the truss structure (10). [6] Tensegrity device (100) according to claim 5, characterized by , that the connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c) are arranged parallel to the tension elements (15), and / or that the tension elements (15) are integrated into the connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c), and / or that the connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c) are the tension elements (15). [7] Tensegrity device (100) according to claim 5 or 6, characterized by, that the connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c) are connected to each other over a surface, and / or that the connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c) and the elastic elements (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) form a substantially completely closed spherical shell (23), wherein the rod structure (10) is arranged in the shell (23), wherein preferably the spherical shell (23) has an opening (24) through which the rod structure (10) can be removed or inserted. [8] Tensegrity device (100) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the elastic elements (16, 16a, 16b, 16c) and the connecting elements (19, 19a, 19b, 19c) and / or the tension elements (15) are integrated and / or formed in one piece, in particular homogeneous with the material. [9] Tensegrity device (100) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that at least one elastic additional element (25) is arranged in an interior of the tensegrity device, wherein the elastic additional element (25) is preferably connected to at least one rod (11, 11a), wherein in particular preferably the elastic additional element (25) is a spring (26), in particular a metallic spring (26), or an elastic ball (27). [10] Tensegrity device (100) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one rod (11, 11a) comprises a sensor (29), wherein the sensor (29) is preferably an accelerometer (30) or a shock sensor or an angle sensor. [11] System comprising a tensegrity device (100) according to claim 10 and an electronic data processing device, wherein the data processing device is configured to receive data from the at least one sensor (29) and to determine motion information of the tensegrity device (100) from the data, wherein the motion information is preferably times, in particular flight times, forces, velocities, in particular angular velocities. [12] System according to claim 11, characterized by , that the data processing device is configured to transmit tasks to a user for the use of the tensegrity device (100). [13] Computer program product comprising instructions which, when the program is executed by a data processing device, cause the latter to receive data from the at least one sensor of a tensegrity device (100) according to claim 10 and to derive motion information of the tensegrity device (100) from the data and / or to transmit tasks to a user for the use of a tensegrity device (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

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