Methods for operating a fitness facility in a vehicle and fitness facility

Abstract

Method for operating a fitness device in a vehicle (1), wherein the vehicle (1) has a passenger compartment (2) at least partially enclosed by a housing of the vehicle (1), and wherein the fitness device is suitable and intended to enable an occupant (10) of the vehicle (1) to perform a physical fitness activity in the passenger compartment (2) of the vehicle (1) using the fitness device, characterized in that the fitness device is attached to the housing for the purpose of performing the physical fitness activity while the vehicle (1) is in motion and the occupant is secured by a restraint device (24, 44), wherein the restraint device (24) comprises at least one safety belt, wherein the neck is supported by the restraint device (44) and / or the head is fixed by the restraint device (44).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a method for operating a fitness device in a vehicle having a passenger compartment that is at least partially and preferably (at least temporarily) completely enclosed by a housing of the vehicle. A vehicle occupant can perform a physical fitness activity in the passenger compartment of the vehicle using the fitness device. The present invention further relates to a fitness device for a vehicle and to a vehicle in whose passenger compartment a fitness device can be accommodated.

[0002] In the future, all passengers in a vehicle will be driven automatically, so that riding in a car, like a bus ride, may become boring for the passengers in the long run. Therefore, passengers will seek something meaningful to do.

[0003] Furthermore, body awareness has increased. Fitness and nutrition have become highly valued in society. Numerous state-of-the-art fitness equipment is available for use in fitness centers.

[0004] DE 10 2016 013 829 A1 describes a fitness facility with at least one fitness device for the physical training of a driver of a semi-autonomously operated motor vehicle, in which the fitness device can be extended from a receptacle of the motor vehicle in semi-autonomous operation of the motor vehicle, whereby the fitness device can be operated by the driver of the motor vehicle in semi-autonomous driving mode.

[0005] US Pat. No. 5,141,482 A discloses an abdominal training device that can be used by a seated person. It features an adjustable chest strap for adjustment to the user's body size. Furthermore, adjustable shoulder straps are provided, which can be attached to the chest strap to ensure proper positioning of the chest strap.

[0006] EP 1 656 972 A1 describes a device for training the abdominal muscles in a sitting position. It includes an elastic belt that constricts the abdomen by exerting tensile force and is moved by the user through active muscle contraction. Furthermore, a device for detachably attaching the belt to the backrest of a chair is described.

[0007] From the 1987 US film “Over the Top” a sports device in the form of a pull-down loop in the cab of a truck is known.

[0008] Daimler AG's 2013 press release "TopFit Truck" features a fitness facility in the cab of a truck. A metal bar is attached to the roof of the driver's cab, to which a loop with two handles for performing fitness exercises is attached.

[0009] DE 10 2018 218 795 B3 discloses a training device for exercising a vehicle occupant. The proposed training device uses a seat belt enhanced with an additional belt tensioner with variable resistance. In a reclined seat position, the user can perform "sit-ups" against the force of the belt.

[0010] US Pat. No. 6,500,103 B2 discloses a training device for exercising while sitting in a normal seating position in a vehicle, preferably with a seat belt fastened. The proposed training device consists of an elastic belt, one end of which is attached to a side part of the vehicle, e.g., the A-pillar, B-pillar, etc., and the other end is attached to a bracket on the vehicle floor. The elastic belt typically runs diagonally across the user's chest (above the seat belt).

[0011] US 2005 / 0 009 676 A1 discloses a training system for use in a vehicle. It consists of a frame and two base elements. The base elements must be firmly connected to the vehicle, for example, using self-tapping metal screws. Eyelets are attached to the frame, to which straps, ropes, etc., can be attached. The frame is installed in front of or behind a seat and can be used by a person sitting in a seat in front of or behind the seat to perform fitness exercises.

[0012] US 2004 / 0 116 257 A1 discloses a portable mini exercise bike with two pedals designed to mimic the motion of cycling. In an alternative embodiment, the pedals include an extension, allowing them to be operated with the hands (arms). The mini exercise bike includes a base plate, which can be equipped with one or more suction cups.

[0013] DE 20 2009 007 237 U1 discloses a mobile holder for exercise bands, which creates a vacuum using a rocker arm and thus offers various fastening options.

[0014] The object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages known from the prior art and to provide a way to integrate fitness equipment into the vehicle in such a way that it can be used as safely as possible while driving, especially in accident situations, while remaining equally user-friendly.

[0015] The object is achieved according to the invention by the subject matter of the independent claims. Advantageous embodiments and further developments of the invention are the subject matter of the dependent claims.

[0016] In a method according to the invention for operating a fitness facility in a vehicle, the vehicle has a passenger compartment that is at least partially and preferably (at least temporarily) completely enclosed by a housing of the vehicle. The fitness facility is suitable and intended to enable a vehicle occupant to perform a physical fitness activity in the passenger compartment of the vehicle using the fitness facility. Physical fitness activity can be understood, for example, as a fitness session, a workout, and / or a training session. The occupant can be the driver of the vehicle or a passenger.

[0017] According to the invention, the fitness device for performing the physical fitness activity is attached, in particular detachably, to the housing while the vehicle is moving. The fitness device preferably has a fastening device for attachment to the housing of the vehicle (in particular to an inner side and / or inner wall of the housing). The vehicle's travel can preferably be autonomous or semi-autonomous.

[0018] Preferably, the fitness facility serves to support the physical fitness activity of the occupant, for example by representing or comprising a necessary aid (even in a non-moving fitness room), such as a fitness machine, for completing the fitness unit and / or by offering and / or comprising means for this fitness unit to be carried out even while the vehicle is moving or by facilitating such execution, for example, by providing assistance (for stabilizing and / or securing the occupant).

[0019] Preferably, the fitness facility is a piece of fitness equipment. Additionally or alternatively, it is also possible for the fitness facility to be a safety device for the occupant during physical fitness activity, for example, in the event of unexpected, sudden, and accidental vehicle movements. The safety device is preferably arranged on the occupant's body, particularly firmly and preferably in a positionally and / or rotationally secure manner.

[0020] The fitness facility (in particular the fitness machine) is preferably a fitness facility (in particular one that is freely movable relative to the vehicle), which is preferably provided for carrying out the fitness activity and / or (for example immediately before carrying out a physical fitness activity, if appropriate during the journey and / or before starting the journey if physical fitness activity is intended during this journey) is moved to a predetermined location within the passenger compartment (for example from a stowed position) and / or is arranged for commissioning at this location (positionally fixed and / or twist-proof) on the vehicle, in particular the housing.The fitness device can, for example, be selected from a group comprising a leg press, a weight bench, a dumbbell, a cable pull station, a lat pulldown device, a stepper, a power station, an ergometer, a spin bike, a treadmill, a rowing machine, a cross trainer, a stepper, an EMS training device and the like, as well as combinations thereof.

[0021] When the fitness facility is not in use, the fitness device, preferably the fitness equipment, can preferably be stored at a different location within the passenger compartment and / or in the vehicle and / or outside the vehicle. Preferably, the fitness device is not a (particularly permanently integrated) component of the vehicle's interior.

[0022] In other words, it is proposed that the fitness device be attached to the vehicle's chassis, particularly if the occupant intends to perform physical fitness activity while the vehicle is moving, and in particular while the vehicle is in motion. This preferably occurs before the physical fitness activity begins. The fitness device can be attached while the vehicle is moving. However, it is also conceivable that the fitness device is already attached to the vehicle's chassis before the start of the journey.

[0023] The proposed mounting of the fitness equipment for performing physical fitness activities offers the advantage of allowing fitness training to be performed in the vehicle while driving, while simultaneously ensuring a high level of occupant safety. The fitness equipment can also be used by each occupant during autonomous or semi-autonomous journeys, particularly advantageously.

[0024] It is conceivable that the fitness equipment could be arranged or secured immovably relative to the vehicle. This can be particularly advantageous for precise execution of physical activity, especially if the fitness equipment is a piece of fitness equipment. Preferably, the fitness equipment is thus arranged rigidly relative to the vehicle.

[0025] It is also conceivable for the fitness device to be arranged or fastened so as to be movable relative to the vehicle, at least partially and preferably in its entirety. Preferably, the fitness device has, at least in some areas, a degree of freedom of movement in at least one spatial direction, preferably in at least two spatial directions, and particularly preferably in at least three spatial directions. This degree of freedom of movement of the fitness device can be limited, in each case in a fixed state of the fitness device, to a predetermined and / or adjustable radius of movement in each spatial direction. However, movement of the fitness device can also be limited, in the fixed state of the fitness device, to a predetermined area relative to the vehicle interior.

[0026] In a preferred method, the occupant is secured by a safety device, particularly at the start of the journey and / or during the journey, and preferably before the start of physical activity. At least one and preferably several (particularly smooth-running and / or movable) seat belts, in particular those that enclose the body, can be used as the safety device. The neck is preferably supported by the safety device. The head of the occupant is preferably immobilized by the safety device(s).

[0027] In a further preferred method, elastic fastening elements, such as (rubber) bands, are provided and / or used, particularly during travel, to prevent the occupant's head from impacting. Preferably, no rigid and / or inflexible and / or sharp-edged components are used or present in the passenger compartment (particularly during travel and / or physical activity).

[0028] Preferably, at least one, and preferably several, seats are moved (electrically) to the park position, particularly during travel and especially during training or physical activity. This can advantageously increase freedom of movement.

[0029] Preferably, vehicle windows are (or will be) electrically tinted and / or a strong supply of fresh air (through the vehicle) is provided, particularly during training or physical activity. This can advantageously create a personal environment that the occupant finds pleasant.

[0030] Preferably, during training or physical activity, the actual sequence can be recorded by an (interior) camera (particularly in the vehicle) and compared with a target sequence, which is stored, for example, in a memory device. Preferably, in the event of deviations, a correction can be made (e.g., in response to a given notification). This advantageously allows for controlled training (by a trainer).

[0031] Preferably, the occupant's physical activity may also include stretching, which is performed, for example, at the beginning and / or end of a training session. A (particularly separate) stretching device may be used as a fitness device for this purpose, which, in particular, is not part of the vehicle's interior.

[0032] Preferably, stretching is carried out with the help of the interior of the vehicle.

[0033] The present invention is further directed to the use of at least one component of the interior fittings of a vehicle for performing a physical fitness activity, in particular a stretching and / or stretching exercise, by a passenger of the vehicle and / or to a method for performing a physical fitness activity, in particular a stretching and / or stretching exercise, in which at least one component of the interior fittings is used (as an aid) to perform the physical fitness activity, in particular for stretching and / or stretching against this component of the interior fittings. The applicant reserves the right to claim subject matter directed thereto. The method can be equipped with all of the method steps described above and below for operating a fitness facility in a vehicle, individually or in combination with one another, and vice versa.

[0034] Preferably, a hook can be secured in a cup holder or beverage holder of the vehicle. For this purpose, the cup holder or beverage holder can have means for securing the hook.

[0035] Preferably, to carry out this fitness activity, in particular stretching and / or stretching, only the interior of the vehicle or the component of the interior of the vehicle (and no other additional fitness equipment) is used (as an aid for carrying out this fitness activity).

[0036] Preferably, a component of the interior of the vehicle serves as the fitness device, which is selected from a group comprising a backrest, a headrest, a vehicle seat and the like, as well as combinations thereof.

[0037] Preferably, at least one part of the component of the vehicle's interior that serves as a fitness device is movable and / or adjustable and / or foldable relative to the vehicle and / or relative to another part of the interior that serves as a fitness device. This part is preferably electrically movable and / or adjustable and / or foldable.

[0038] Preferably, the at least one movable and / or adjustable and / or foldable part of the component of the interior fittings serving as a fitness device is moved and / or adjusted and / or folded from a first position into at least one second position different from the first position during the physical activity, in particular during the stretching and / or stretching exercise.

[0039] Preferably, the transition from the first position to the second position is triggered by a determined and / or received trigger signal. Preferably, the determined and / or received trigger signal is an acoustic signal (which is given, for example, by the occupant). However, it is also conceivable for the trigger signal to be a trigger signal determined by a control device of the vehicle. It is conceivable, for example, that after a predetermined period of time after the start of the physical activity (or after the start of stretching and / or extension), the control device provides the trigger signal, in particular according to a predetermined and / or stored training plan.

[0040] To perform the physical activity, the occupant preferably uses a backrest (of a vehicle seat) of the vehicle, in particular a folded one. The occupant preferably uses the (folded) backrest to stretch against the (folded) backrest. The (folded) backrest preferably straightens up, in particular slowly, in response to an acoustic (trigger) signal. The backrest preferably switches off and stops a movement upon reaching a (predetermined) force and / or upon an acoustic trigger signal.

[0041] To perform the physical activity, the occupant preferably uses at least one headrest (of a vehicle seat), in particular an electrically adjustable one. The occupant preferably uses the headrest (in particular an electrically adjustable one) to stretch against the headrest (in particular an electrically adjustable one). The backrest (in particular an electrically adjustable one) preferably adjusts, in particular slowly, to a second position different from the initial position in response to an acoustic (trigger) signal. The headrest preferably switches off and stops a movement when a (predetermined) force is reached and / or in response to an acoustic trigger signal.

[0042] Preferably, at least one vehicle seat, in particular a (particularly electrically adjustable) vehicle seat, is used by the occupant to perform the physical activity. The occupant preferably uses the (particularly electrically adjustable) vehicle seat to stretch against the (particularly electrically adjustable) vehicle seat. Preferably, the (particularly electrically adjustable) vehicle seat adjusts itself, in particular slowly, to a second position different from the initial position in response to an acoustic (trigger) signal. Preferably, the vehicle seat switches off and stops a movement when a (predetermined) force is reached and / or in response to an acoustic trigger signal. The term "longitudinally adjustable" is understood in particular to mean adjustability along a longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

[0043] Preferably, the stretching or stretching, in particular while strapped in, is carried out in the (vehicle) seat by moving into at least two, preferably at least four and particularly preferably (essentially) all accessible positions (of the vehicle seat and / or the headrest and / or the backrest).

[0044] For this purpose, it makes sense to coat the surfaces of the components in use, either completely or partially, preferably in the used area, with plastics such as TPE or natural materials such as cork or new wool (yoga mats).

[0045] Preferably, agents and / or (flowable) media for disinfection and / or cleaning, in particular automatic disinfection, can be conveyed from a container, in particular a central container, to at least one pop-up sprayer and preferably to several individual pop-up sprayers (similar to a headlight cleaning system) integrated into the individual components. The liquid can be conveyed from the interior by increased ventilation (if necessary, even after the ignition is off while the vehicle is stationary). Optionally, suitable paper can also be transported to the surfaces from a paper roller.

[0046] Preferably, a spa wellness treatment can be performed after training or after completing the physical activity. For example, an infrared sauna or infrared cabin can be provided using infrared radiators (built into the vehicle) and used by the occupants. Alternatively or additionally, a hot stone massage can be performed, for example, using a massage seat. Additionally or alternatively, a fango treatment can be provided. Hot mineral mud or paraffin with high elasticity and heat output can be provided (in the vehicle) for this purpose.

[0047] Preferably, after training, freshening up of the occupant can be supported by a shower device (in the vehicle) and / or drying by means of a fan and / or providing fragrant fragrances.

[0048] The present invention is further directed to a fitness device for a vehicle, by means of which a physical activity can be carried out by an occupant of the vehicle in a passenger compartment of the vehicle, wherein the passenger compartment is at least partially surrounded by a housing of the vehicle.

[0049] According to the invention, the fitness device for performing the physical fitness activity while the vehicle is moving is attached to the vehicle's housing, in particular detachably, attachably, and / or (detachably and / or integrated into the vehicle). Preferably, the fitness device comprises a fitness device.

[0050] The fitness device preferably has (for this purpose) at least one fastening device by means of which it can be fastened to the housing of the vehicle, in particular to an inner wall of the housing and preferably to a fixing device of the housing.

[0051] It is therefore also proposed within the framework of the fitness facility that the fitness facility can be arranged on the vehicle during use, in particular while the vehicle is moving, and thus the occupant and / or a fitness device is safely and reliably protected from (undesired) movements during the physical fitness activity and a stable arrangement can be achieved during the physical fitness activity.

[0052] The fitness facility may also additionally or alternatively be a safety device for the occupant during the physical fitness activity, for example to protect the occupant from injuries in the event of accident-related, unexpected and / or jerky vehicle movements.

[0053] Preferably, the fitness facility is configured, suitable, and / or intended for the above-described method and all method steps already described above in connection with the method to be executable individually or in combination with one another using the fitness facility. Conversely, the method can be equipped with all the features described in the context of the fitness facility, individually or in combination with one another.

[0054] In an advantageous embodiment, the fitness device has a safety device which is suitable and intended to protect the occupant from a force resulting from a driving situation and acting on the occupant and / or to restrict at least one degree of freedom of movement of the occupant.

[0055] Preferably, the securing device is suitable and intended to secure and / or stabilize the occupant, in particular during travel and during the performance of a physical activity, in at least one direction, preferably in at least two different directions and particularly preferably in all (spatial) directions and also against twisting.

[0056] This offers the advantage of limiting (and / or dampening) the movement of the vehicle occupant during sudden vehicle deceleration and / or sudden vehicle acceleration, such as occurs in a vehicle collision, and thus advantageously protecting the occupant from injury.

[0057] Preferably, the safety device is suitable and intended to stabilize the position and / or orientation of the occupant (relative to the vehicle) and / or the acceleration of the occupant (during physical activity).

[0058] Preferably, the safety device is suitable and intended to restrict and / or limit (within predetermined limits) at least one translational degree of freedom of movement of the occupant, preferably at least two translational degrees of freedom of movement, and particularly preferably at least three translational degrees of freedom of movement of the occupant. The limits are preferably selected such that the occupant has sufficient freedom of movement to perform the physical activity while still being protected from impact against a vehicle wall, for example, in the event of large acceleration forces occurring during an accident. The freedom of movement can be adapted to the type of fitness activity to be performed.

[0059] Preferably, the safety device is suitable and intended to restrict and / or limit (within predetermined limits) at least one degree of rotational freedom of the occupant, preferably at least two degrees of rotational freedom of the occupant, and particularly preferably at least three degrees of rotational freedom of the occupant.

[0060] It is conceivable that the radius or range of motion within which the occupant can move within the passenger compartment when the safety device is in place is restricted. For example, this range of motion can be arranged within the passenger compartment such that no walls (such as the vehicle body) and / or other vehicle objects (seats or the like) are located within this range of motion. For example, before the start of the fitness activity, a vehicle seat, for example, in the parked position, can be moved (electrically) preferably outside this range of motion.

[0061] It is also conceivable that the safety device (especially exclusively) grants greater freedom of movement to the body area that requires increased freedom of movement for a given fitness activity than to another body area. Preferably, the freedom of movement of different body areas can be restricted or limited to varying degrees by the safety device. For example, if a shoulder area is being trained, the freedom of movement of the lower body and / or the upper body can be more restricted than that of the shoulder area.

[0062] Preferably, the safety device acts as a restraint device that restrains the occupant, particularly when high acceleration forces act on the occupant (due to the driving condition, e.g., an accident) and counteracts these forces. Preferably, a restraint force acting on the occupant by the restraint device, and in particular a triggering of this restraint force, can depend on the magnitude of the acceleration force acting on the occupant.

[0063] Preferably, the securing device can comprise a stretchable and / or elastic material and / or at least one stretchable and / or elastic (rubber) band, such as a band used, for example, in sling trainers, and / or a Deuser band, which can particularly preferably offer the occupant sufficient freedom of movement to perform the fitness activity. This can advantageously prevent a head impact on an object and / or a wall of the vehicle.

[0064] Preferably, no rigid, inflexible and / or sharp-edged components are used in the vehicle and / or in the safety device in order to prevent the occupant's head from striking them during travel and in particular during physical activity and thus injuring the occupant.

[0065] Preferably, the safety device and in particular the restraint device has a locking function that prevents, for example, the unwinding and / or unwinding and / or movement of a (rolled-up) restraint belt that secures the occupant relative to the vehicle. For example, the safety device and in particular the restraint device can have a centrifugal clutch for this purpose, which, in the event of an unexpected driving maneuver of the vehicle, prevents (further) unwinding of a belt and / or a fastening element of the safety device on the vehicle and / or which (largely) restricts and / or limits the occupant's freedom of movement.

[0066] Preferably, at least one region of the securing device is arranged on the body of the occupant (positionally and / or rotationally fixed). This preferably allows a fixed and stable arrangement of the occupant in the securing device and, particularly preferably, relative to the vehicle.

[0067] In a further advantageous embodiment, the securing device encloses the occupant's body at least partially and preferably completely in at least one body region. The securing device preferably comprises at least one (preferably smooth-running and / or movable) body-enclosing safety belt (and preferably several body-enclosing safety belts), in particular for stabilizing the occupant.

[0068] Preferably, the securing device may comprise a chest strap and / or a leg strap (preferably for each leg) in order to advantageously secure and / or stabilize the passenger in all directions during the journey and particularly preferably also against twisting.

[0069] Preferably, the securing device (at least in part or in its entirety) can be designed in the manner of a, particularly preferably double, parachute (in particular in both directions) and / or as a double parachute (in particular in both directions) in order to advantageously secure the occupant during the journey and in particular to secure the occupant in all directions and also against twisting.

[0070] Preferably, the safety device, and in particular a belt system of the safety device, comprises head support through a neck support device and / or a head fixation device (particularly relative to the safety device). This offers the advantage that the head does not have to be held in place all the time, but also provides special protection for the head and / or neck in accident-related situations, preventing the head from being thrown around in an accident.

[0071] In particular, the occupant is secured using the safety device at the start of the journey and / or before the start of physical activity (during the journey).

[0072] In a further advantageous embodiment, the fitness device has a fastening device for attachment to the vehicle's housing, which has at least one strap-like fastening element and preferably a plurality of fastening elements. This offers the advantage that the fitness device and thus the occupant and / or the fitness equipment can be stabilized and / or secured relative to the vehicle (in particular, its position and / or orientation).

[0073] A (rubber) band, particularly one that is stretchable and / or elastic, can be used as a fastening element.

[0074] Preferably, the fastening device is suitable and intended, for example by means of a plurality of fastening elements, for the fitness device (for example the safety device such as the parachute belt) to be fastened to at least one fastening area and / or fastening point of the housing of the vehicle and preferably to a plurality of fastening areas and / or fastening points of the housing of the vehicle (in particular its inside).

[0075] The fastening device preferably has at least two, preferably at least four, and particularly preferably at least five fastening elements, which can be arranged in an upper region of the housing (the inside), preferably a ceiling region and / or vehicle headliner. The fastening device preferably has at least two, preferably at least four, and particularly preferably at least five fastening elements, which can be arranged in a lower region of the housing (the inside), preferably a (vehicle) floor region.

[0076] The fastening device preferably comprises at least ten fastening elements (such as straps) that can be fastened to ten (spaced-apart) fastening areas and / or fastening points of the housing. Therefore, ten fastening areas and / or fastening points are preferably required here.

[0077] Preferably, the fitness device (such as the parachute), preferably via fastening elements (such as straps), is arranged (essentially) on the four upper corner regions (or in the four upper corner points) of the passenger compartment and / or on the four lower corner regions (or the four lower corner points) of the passenger compartment and / or of the (in particular essentially largely cuboid-shaped) housing and / or in a central or middle ceiling region of the housing (i.e. in particular in an upper region of the housing) and / or in a central or middle floor region of the housing (i.e. in particular in a lower region of the housing) on ​​the housing.

[0078] If necessary, fastening at the four lower corner areas (or the four lower corner points) can be omitted.

[0079] Preferably, the fitness device is attached to the housing by at least two fastening elements each at diametrically opposed fastening areas and / or fastening points. Preferably, two, three, four, or at least five pairs can be arranged at, in particular, diametrically opposed fastening points of the housing (or its fixing device).

[0080] The attachment points can be designed in the form of well-known solutions such as, in particular, fold-away lashing eyes.

[0081] In a further advantageous embodiment, the fitness device has at least one fastening device which is suitable and intended for fastening the fitness device to a flat and / or curved, in particular smooth, surface (preferably a pane), for example a glass surface, via negative pressure.

[0082] Preferably, the fastening device is designed and suitable and intended such that the fitness device can be fastened to a vehicle window, for example a side window, using the fastening device.

[0083] This offers the advantage that the fitness facility, and in particular the fitness equipment, can be integrated into the vehicle in such a way that it can be installed discreetly. A particular advantage is that, even when the fitness facility is mounted on a vehicle window, a large uncovered area remains. Another advantage is that such fitness equipment can preferably be attached to the vehicle's body without the need for tools.

[0084] Fastening devices for attachment to a vehicle window, in particular a side window, (in particular via negative pressure) are particularly suitable for fitness equipment (e.g. training equipment) on which smaller forces act (during physical activity) or which have a comparatively smaller weight, in order in particular to prevent the (side) window from being pulled out of its anchorages.

[0085] The fastening device may have at least one suction device which is suitable and intended for generating a negative pressure.

[0086] The fastening device preferably has at least one suction head or suction cup. It is also possible for the fastening device to have a plurality of suction heads or suction cups, for example at least three suction heads or suction cups. The suction head or suction cup is preferably a cup-like or cup-shaped structure made of preferably elastic material. The suction cup or suction head is preferably suitable and intended such that, when pressed against a, in particular smooth, surface, it is (at least partially) pressed in and some of the previously enclosed air is displaced, whereby a negative pressure is created in a cavity between the suction cup and the, in particular smooth, surface compared to the ambient air pressure. The flexible and / or elastic design of the suction cup orThe suction head offers the advantage that the fitness equipment can be attached to windows in the vehicle that (as is usually the case) are not flat.

[0087] The suction device preferably has at least one suction head or suction cup, the cross section of which preferably increases in one direction, particularly preferably continuously, over a surface area.

[0088] The suction head or suction cup preferably comprises (flexible) silicone, plastics, preferably flexible plastics and / or PVC, and the like, and preferably consists at least partially and particularly preferably entirely of PVC. The suction cup is preferably made of a flexible material, in particular a plastic. The suction head preferably has a material thickness in a range between 0.1 mm and 1.5 cm, preferably between 0.3 mm and 0.8 cm.

[0089] Preferably, this material thickness of the suction head or suction cup is adapted to the elasticity and design of the suction head and / or weight of the fitness equipment in such a way that a desired negative pressure can be achieved.

[0090] The intake device preferably has a (particularly mechanical) actuating element, such as a lever, by means of which a negative pressure can be generated (particularly by the occupant) after the intake device and in particular the fastening device have been pressed against a, in particular smooth, surface. The design of the surface of the intake device, which is pressed against a (particularly smooth) surface such as a vehicle window to generate the negative pressure, is preferably adapted to a curvature of the vehicle window. The design of the surface of the intake device is preferably also curved (in particular permanently and not just temporarily) at least in sections. A curvature of the surface of the intake device preferably follows (in particular permanently and not just temporarily) a curvature of a vehicle window.

[0091] Preferably, the cross-section of the at least one suction head or suction cup can be adapted to the dimensions of the vehicle window. Preferably, the suction head or suction cup can be designed such that the cross-section of the at least one suction head has a maximum diameter of 30 cm, preferably 20 cm, preferably 10 cm, preferably 5 cm, preferably 3 cm, and particularly preferably 2.5 cm, and / or a minimum diameter of 1 cm, preferably 3 cm, preferably 5 cm, and particularly preferably 10 cm.

[0092] Preferably, the fitness device and / or the fastening device has a handle for gripping and / or holding on to the fitness device or the fastening device by the occupant (for performing the physical activity).

[0093] Preferably, the fastening device has a holding element for arranging and / or for (in particular releasably, and preferably fixedly) fastening the fitness device to the fastening device.

[0094] The present invention is further directed to a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, having a passenger compartment which is at least partially surrounded by a housing of the vehicle, wherein a fitness device can be accommodated in the passenger compartment, by means of which a physical fitness activity can be carried out by an occupant.

[0095] According to the invention, the vehicle and in particular the housing has a fixing device which is suitable and intended for the detachable fastening of the fitness device for carrying out the physical fitness activity of the occupant while the vehicle is moving.

[0096] Preferably, the fixing device is suitable and intended to cooperate with a fixing device of the fitness device, in particular a (band-like) fixing element of the fitness device, and to form a (fixed) fixing of the fitness device to the vehicle and in particular to the housing.

[0097] It is therefore also proposed within the scope of the invention that the fitness device is attached to the housing at least during the performance of the physical fitness activity.

[0098] Preferably, the fixing device is arranged on the vehicle (particularly fixed, i.e., not detachable without damage). Preferably, the fixing device is a (particularly fixed) component of the vehicle.

[0099] Preferably, the vehicle is configured, suitable, and / or intended for the above-described method and all method steps already described above in connection with the method to be executable with the vehicle, individually or in combination with one another. Conversely, the method can be equipped with all features described in connection with the vehicle, individually or in combination with one another. Preferably, the fitness facility described in connection with the vehicle can be equipped with all features described above in connection with the fitness facility, individually or in combination with one another, and vice versa.

[0100] Preferably, in the method described above, an arrangement, in particular a fastening arrangement (described in the context of the vehicle and / or the fitness device) for the fitness device in the housing or on the housing of the vehicle can be provided. In particular, the fastening device of the fitness device can interact with the fixing device of the housing for fastening the fitness device to the housing of the vehicle.

[0101] Preferably, the passenger compartment is at least partially and preferably (at least temporarily) completely surrounded and / or delimited by the housing from the external environment. Preferably, the housing of the vehicle has at least one central body part. Preferably, the housing has a supporting structure and / or supporting pillars which connect the roof region or the roof wall of the housing to a body substructure and / or a floor region of the vehicle or which arrange or fasten it to the body substructure or floor region. Preferably, the housing has a floor wall and / or a ceiling wall (the roof lining of the vehicle) and / or side walls (having the side doors).

[0102] Preferably, at least one and preferably several vehicle seats are arranged and / or accommodated within the passenger compartment (on the floor wall). The housing thus preferably surrounds the at least one vehicle seat. In particular, the fitness device is not arranged and / or attached (preferably directly, but also conceivably indirectly) to a vehicle seat or other passenger interior equipment, but rather to (the inner wall) of the housing.

[0103] In an advantageous embodiment of the vehicle, the fixing device is arranged (preferably directly) on at least one supporting structure of the housing. The fixing device is preferably arranged in a region of the housing in which the supporting structure of the housing is arranged. The supporting structure can be at least one or more vehicle pillars (A-pillar and / or B-pillar and / or C-pillar and / or D-pillar). This offers the advantage that the forces transmitted from the fitness device to the fixing device can be immediately diverted and absorbed via the supporting structure. This allows heavier fitness equipment to be attached or attached via the fixing device and / or fitness equipment subject to higher forces.

[0104] In a further advantageous embodiment, the fixing device is at least partially designed as a rail. Preferably, the fixing device comprises at least one and preferably several rail-like fixing elements, for example (lashing) rails, to which a fitness device (such as a fitness machine) can be attached.

[0105] The fixing elements preferably extend in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The main extension direction of the fixing elements preferably extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

[0106] The fixing device preferably has, in particular, movable, fastening points. The fastening points are preferably movable along the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and / or along the main extension direction of the fixing elements. The fastening points can preferably be (releasably) locked relative to the rail-like fixing elements.

[0107] This offers the advantage that fitness equipment can be integrated into the vehicle so that it can be used while driving.

[0108] The fitness equipment (the fitness devices) can preferably be attached to the fixation device (in particular at the attachment points) via a fastening device (preferably of the respective fitness device), such as fastening elements. The fastening devices, in particular the fastening elements, and / or the fixation devices are preferably designed such that they do not have any rigid, rigid, and / or sharp-edged components in order to meet the head impact requirements.

[0109] Preferably, (elastic) band-like fastening elements are used, such as a Deuser band and / or a band of the type of a sling trainer, in order to suspend a fitness device such as a fitness machine in the vehicle's internal rail system.

[0110] Preferably, at least one rail-like (and / or longitudinally extending) fixing element (such as a rail) is provided, and preferably at least two and particularly preferably at least three rail-like (and / or longitudinally extending) fixing elements are arranged (at least in sections and / or in their entirety) on the floor area of ​​the housing and are in particular an (integrated) component of the floor area of ​​the housing and / or of the vehicle. Preferably, the fixing elements extend in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and / or particularly preferably (essentially) not in a transverse direction of the vehicle (which extends perpendicular to the longitudinal direction and a vertical direction of the vehicle). The transverse direction and the longitudinal direction extend in particular in a standing plane of the vehicle.

[0111] Preferably, a rail-like (and / or longitudinally extending) fixing element is arranged centrally (as viewed in the transverse direction of the vehicle) in relation to the vehicle width (as viewed in the transverse direction of the vehicle) in the floor area of ​​the vehicle.

[0112] Preferably, at least one rail-like (and / or longitudinally extending) fixing element (such as a rail) is provided, and preferably at least two and particularly preferably at least three rail-like (and / or longitudinally extending) fixing elements are arranged (at least in sections and / or in their entirety) on the ceiling area of ​​the housing (ceiling) and are in particular an (integrated) component of the ceiling area of ​​the housing and / or of the vehicle. Preferably, the fixing elements extend in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and / or particularly preferably (essentially) not in a transverse direction of the vehicle (which extends perpendicular to the longitudinal direction and a vertical direction of the vehicle).

[0113] Preferably, a rail-like (and / or longitudinally extending) fixing element is arranged centrally (as viewed in the transverse direction of the vehicle) with respect to the vehicle width (as viewed in the transverse direction of the vehicle) in the ceiling area of ​​the vehicle (ceiling).

[0114] Preferably, a fixing element, in particular a rail-like element (and / or one extending in the longitudinal direction), is arranged in one (each) side region of the vehicle (relative to the transverse direction of the vehicle). Preferably, the (respective) fixing element extends circumferentially along the (supporting) pillars (in particular over a front region of the housing and a rear region of the housing) and in particular (exclusively) in the side wall of the housing (relative to the transverse direction of the vehicle).

[0115] Preferably, the rail system is installed only on the vehicle floor and centrally in the ceiling, as otherwise the view to the outside would be restricted. If horizontal exercises are required, rail systems must be attached all the way around the pillars on the left and right.

[0116] However, it is also conceivable that a main extension direction of a (rail-like) fixing element extends (not along a longitudinal direction of the vehicle) but along the transverse direction of the vehicle.

[0117] In a further advantageous embodiment, the fixing device has at least two, preferably at least four, preferably at least six, and particularly preferably at least ten, in particular spaced-apart, fastening areas. These fastening areas can be provided, for example, by (in particular, fundamentally movable but locked) fastening points on a fixing element. A fixing element can have several (in particular, adjustable and / or movable and / or lockable) fastening points.

[0118] Preferably, in particular, two fastening points are arranged (or are arranged diametrically opposite each other) (preferably in pairs) diametrically opposite each other (in particular with respect to the center of a passenger compartment and / or with respect to the occupant). This allows forces to be dissipated in both directions.

[0119] Preferably, two fastening points are arranged on two opposite walls or sides of the housing.

[0120] Preferably, at least two, preferably at least three, preferably at least four, preferably at least five fastening points are arranged in an upper region (relative to the vertical direction of the vehicle), in particular on a ceiling region, of the housing. Particularly preferably, at least one fastening point, preferably at least two and preferably four fastening points (each) are arranged in a corner region or a corner of the housing and / or the passenger compartment. In this way, the dimensions of the passenger compartment can be advantageously optimally utilized, while the supporting structure of the housing can still be utilized at the corner points.

[0121] Preferably, at least two, preferably at least three, preferably at least four, preferably at least five attachment points are arranged in a lower region (relative to the vertical direction of the vehicle), in particular in a floor region, of the housing. Particularly preferably, at least one attachment point, preferably at least two, and preferably four attachment points (each) are arranged in a corner region or a corner of the housing and / or the passenger compartment. In this way, the dimensions of the passenger compartment can be optimally utilized, while the supporting structure of the housing can still be utilized at the corner points.

[0122] Preferably, at least one attachment point is arranged centrally with respect to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and / or centrally with respect to the transverse direction of the vehicle in a ceiling area of ​​the housing. This allows the occupant and / or a fitness device to be secured directly below this attachment point (by a fastening element extending substantially vertically, i.e., in the vertical direction of the vehicle) in a central area of ​​the vehicle.

[0123] Preferably, at least one attachment point is arranged centrally with respect to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and / or centrally with respect to the transverse direction of the vehicle in a floor area of ​​the housing. This allows the occupant and / or a fitness device to be secured directly above this attachment point (by a fastening element extending substantially vertically, i.e., in the vertical direction of the vehicle) in a central area of ​​the vehicle.

[0124] Preferably, the attachment points (each), which can particularly preferably be designed as lashing eyes, can be folded away in order to avoid injuries caused by head impact.

[0125] The present invention is further directed to a system comprising at least one fitness facility described above for a vehicle according to one embodiment, as well as comprising a vehicle according to one embodiment described above. Preferably, the vehicle has a plurality of fitness facilities (such as fitness equipment and / or safety devices). It is also conceivable for multiple occupants to use different fitness facilities simultaneously while driving.

[0126] The vehicle can, in particular, be a (motorized) road vehicle. A vehicle can be a (motor) vehicle, which is, in particular, a (motor) vehicle controlled by the driver himself (“driver only”), a semi-autonomous, autonomous (for example, autonomy level 3, 4, or 5 (of the SAE J3016 standard)) or self-driving (motor) vehicle. The autonomy level 5 refers to fully automated vehicles. The vehicle can also be a driverless transport system. The vehicle can be controlled by a driver or drive autonomously. In addition to a road vehicle, the vehicle can also be an air taxi, an aircraft, or another means of transport or another type of vehicle, for example an aircraft, watercraft, or rail vehicle.

[0127] Further advantages and embodiments can be seen from the attached drawings:

[0128] Showing: Fig. 1 a schematic representation of a fitness device; Fig. 2 a representation of a safety device for securing an occupant; Fig. 3 shows a representation of a safety device for securing the head of an occupant; Fig. 4 shows a representation of a vehicle with a fastening device for a safety device; Fig. 5 a representation of a lashing eye for attachment to the vehicle; Fig. 6 a representation of a fastening device of the vehicle designed as a rail system; Fig. 7 shows a representation of a fastening device in a further preferred embodiment; and Fig. 8 shows a representation of a fastening device in a further preferred embodiment.

[0129] Fig. 1 shows a schematic representation of a fitness device 22, here a sling trainer, which is currently being used by an occupant 10 of a vehicle.

[0130] Fig. 2 shows a representation of a securing device 24 for securing an occupant 10 of the vehicle during training or during the use of a training device 22 and in particular while the vehicle is in motion.

[0131] The passenger 10 or occupant 10 must be secured during the journey, particularly (preferably) in all directions and also against twisting.

[0132] The Fig. The safety device 24 shown in Figure 2 is suitable and intended for securing the passenger 10 in two directions. For this purpose, the safety device is designed like a double parachute harness. The passenger can thus be secured by the safety device 24 as if it were a double parachute harness (in both directions).

[0133] For this purpose, the safety device 24 can have a belt system and in particular a chest belt, identified by the reference numeral 36 and / or a leg belt and preferably two leg belts, each identified here by the reference numeral 30.

[0134] The reference number 34 denotes a 3-ring system which is used in a parachute harness to separate the main canopy when necessary.

[0135] The reference number 38 designates a so-called Reserve Static Line (RSL) of a parachute harness, which is automatically activated after the reserve is separated.

[0136] Furthermore, the safety device can have a reserve handle 40. Preferably, a so-called "shithandle" of a parachute harness, a pull-up handle for a trainer or instructor, is arranged on the safety device.

[0137] The reference number 28 denotes an information plate for displaying information for the occupant 10. This may, for example, be warnings and / or information on the type and / or use of the safety device.

[0138] Furthermore, reference numeral 42 designates a so-called "hand deployment" with a pilot chute, which can be used to activate the main canopy of a parachute. Furthermore, reference numeral 32 designates a separation cushion in a parachute, which can be used to separate the main canopy in the event of a malfunction.

[0139] When doing fitness training in the vehicle, it is particularly important to support the head with a neck support in the belt system, so that the head does not have to be held the whole time, but is also not thrown around in the event of an accident.

[0140] Fig. Figure 3 shows a representation of a securing device 44 for securing the neck of the occupant 10. This securing device 44 can be designed as a neck support, in particular in the manner of a neck protector known for motorcycles. Preferably, the neck support is attached to the belt system of a securing device 24 (as described, for example, in Fig. 2), in particular fixed, arranged.

[0141] Preferably, the safety device is arranged or secured on the vehicle.

[0142] Fig. 4 shows a representation of a vehicle 1 with a fastening device for fastening and securing the occupant, in particular by means of a securing device 24.

[0143] In Fig. Figure 4 illustrates a typical vehicle structure, and elements thereof are identified by reference numerals. Reference numeral 51 designates the position of a wheel house located in the engine compartment under the hood. Reference numeral 62 designates a footwell, and reference numeral 61 designates a floor area of ​​the vehicle, in which a so-called sill and a so-called tunnel can be arranged. The vehicle 1 further comprises a control panel or cockpit, which is arranged at the position identified by reference numeral 53. Reference numerals 59 and 60 each designate a vehicle door.

[0144] The reference number 58 designates the trunk of the vehicle 1. A C / D pillar of the Fig. 3 as a connection between the vehicle roof 55 or headliner and a fender or a rear side wall at the rear of the vehicle is identified by reference numeral 57 and an A-pillar of the vehicle as a connection between the vehicle roof 55 and the front bulkhead or a front part of the body 52 of the vehicle is identified by reference numeral 54.

[0145] Preferably, the securing device 24 for securing the occupant, for example a securing device 24 designed as a parachute belt or in the manner of a parachute belt, is secured to the vehicle 1, preferably by means of a fastening device.

[0146] In Fig. 4 is a securing of the occupant 10 or the securing device 24 shown in the four corners above and below as well as in the middle (above and below) of the passenger compartment. Here, the occupant 10 is secured to the vehicle via the, in particular individual, fastening elements 64 - 71.

[0147] A total of ten attachment points (on the vehicle) are required for the illustrated securing device or fastening system. If necessary, the attachments in the four lower corners can be omitted by using fastening elements 64, 65, 66, and 67.

[0148] The attachment points (on the vehicle) for the fastening elements (or for the fastening device) can be designed in the form of well-known solutions such as fold-away lashing eyes.

[0149] Fig. 5 shows a section of a vehicle interior or a passenger compartment 2 with a lashing eye 3 for attaching the securing device 24 and / or for securing the occupant via a fastening device (using fastening elements 64-71) to the vehicle. Fixing devices 4, which are part of the vehicle 1, can be used for this purpose. Suitable for this purpose are lashing eyes 3, which are arranged in (lashing) rails 6 and which are provided for holding or fastening to the vehicle 1 and are arranged, for example, on a floor wall of the vehicle 5, in particular fixedly.

[0150] As in Fig. As illustrated in Figure 5, a fixing device 4 arranged on the vehicle 1 preferably has a fixing element 6 (here designed as a rail) extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1. A fastening point 3 (here designed as a lashing eye) can be arranged on the fixing element 6, which is movable (but fixed) along the fixing element 6 and can be locked and / or latched to the fixing element. For example, a Deuserband or a sling trainer can be hooked into such a (movable) lashing eye 3 of the vehicle-integrated rail system (here, rail 6 is shown as an example).

[0151] Fig. Figure 6 shows a representation of a fixing device 4 of the vehicle 1, designed as a rail system, with a fixing element 6 designed as a rail, which extends in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. Identical reference numerals from Fig. 3 identical or similar components of the vehicle.

[0152] Reference numeral 6 denotes a floor rail arranged centrally on the vehicle floor 61 and extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1. Reference numeral 7 denotes a roof rail arranged centrally on the vehicle floor 61 and extending in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle 1, which is accessible from the vehicle interior 2.

[0153] The rail system can only be installed on the vehicle floor 61 and in the center of the headliner 55, as otherwise the view to the outside would be restricted. If horizontal exercises are required, rail systems must be attached circumferentially to the left and right along the pillars. Reference numerals 8 and 9 indicate side rails that run circumferentially along the pillars.

[0154] Fig. Figure 7 shows a representation of a fastening device 80 according to another preferred embodiment. This shows a suction cup solution, which is preferably suitable for fastening to a window of the vehicle 1. Two fastening elements 84 are shown, each of which has a suction cup for fastening the fastening element to the surface 82 of the vehicle 1, for example, a (window) pane, as well as a (holding) handle 86 for the occupant 10.

[0155] Fig.Figure 8 shows a representation of a fastening device 80 according to another preferred embodiment. Here, the fastening device is designed as a (silicone) suction cup 84 for fastening to non-planar panes (silicone suction cups such as the so-called "Droog Sucker" by designers Jan Hoeksta and Leon Ramakers are particularly suitable), which has a holding element designated by reference numeral 88. Silicone, for example, can be used as the material of the fastening device.

[0156] The applicant reserves the right to claim all features disclosed in the application documents as essential to the invention, provided they are novel, individually or in combination, over the prior art. It is further noted that the individual figures also describe features that may be advantageous in and of themselves. The skilled person will immediately recognize that a specific feature described in a figure may be advantageous even without adopting further features from that figure. Furthermore, the skilled person will recognize that advantages may also arise from a combination of several features shown in individual or different figures. List of reference symbols 1 vehicle 2 Passenger interior 3 attachment points 4 Fixation device 5 Bottom wall 6 Fixing element 8 side rail 9 Side rail 10 inmates 22 fitness equipment 24 Safety device 28 Information sign 30 leg strap 32 separating cushions 34 3-ring system 36 chest strap 38 Reserve Static Line 40 Shit Handle 42 Manual deployment 44 Safety device 51 wheel house 52 Body 53 Control panel, cockpit 54 A-pillar 55 Vehicle roof, headliner 57 C / D pillar 58 trunk 59 Vehicle door 60 vehicle door 61 Vehicle floor 64-71 Fastener 80 Fastening device 82 Surface 84 suction cup 86 handle 88 Holding element

Claims

[1] Method for operating a fitness device in a vehicle (1), wherein the vehicle (1) has a passenger compartment (2) at least partially surrounded by a housing of the vehicle (1), and wherein the fitness device is suitable and intended for a passenger (10) of the vehicle (1) to be able to carry out a physical fitness activity in the passenger compartment (2) of the vehicle (1) with the aid of the fitness device, characterized by that the fitness device for carrying out the physical fitness activity while the vehicle (1) is traveling is fastened to the housing and the occupant is secured by a securing device (24, 44), wherein the securing device (24) comprises at least one safety belt, wherein the neck is supported by the securing device (44) and / or the head is fixed by the securing device (44). [2] Fitness device for a vehicle (1), by means of which a physical activity can be carried out by an occupant (10) of the vehicle (1) in a passenger compartment (2) of the vehicle (1), wherein the passenger compartment (2) is at least partially surrounded by a housing of the vehicle (1), characterized by that the fitness device for carrying out the physical fitness activity while the vehicle (1) is traveling can be fastened to the housing of the vehicle (1) and comprises a securing device (24, 44), wherein the securing device (44) has a support of the head by a neck support device and / or a fixing device of the head, wherein the securing device (24) has a chest strap and / or a leg strap. [3] Fitness facility according to claim 1, characterized bythat the fitness device has a safety device (24) which is suitable and intended to protect the occupant (10) from a force resulting from a driving situation and acting on the occupant (10) and / or to restrict at least one degree of freedom of movement of the occupant (10). [4] Fitness facility according to the preceding claim, characterized by that the securing device (24) encloses the body of the occupant (10) at least in sections. [5] Fitness facility according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the fitness device has a fastening device for fastening to the housing of the vehicle (1), which has at least one band-like fastening element (64 - 71). [6] Fitness facility according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the fitness device has a fastening device (80) which is suitable and intended for fastening the fitness device to a flat surface via negative pressure. [7] Vehicle (1), in particular a motor vehicle, with a passenger compartment (2) which is at least partially surrounded by a housing of the vehicle (1), wherein a fitness device can be accommodated in the passenger compartment (2), by means of which a physical fitness activity can be carried out by an occupant (10), characterized by that the housing has a fixing device (4) which is suitable and intended for the releasable fixing of the fitness device for carrying out the physical fitness activity of the occupant (10) while the vehicle (1) is traveling, wherein the fixing device (4) has movable fixing points. [8] Vehicle (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the fixing device (4) is arranged on at least one supporting structure of the housing. [9] Vehicle (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the fixing device (4) is at least partially rail-like. [10] Vehicle (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the fixing device (4) has at least six, in particular spaced-apart, fastening areas.

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