Treadmill, treadmill device, treadmill slat and method for manufacturing a treadmill
The integration of 3D printed lattice structures with variable damping properties in treadmills addresses the issues of mechanical stability and repetitive stress injuries by offering a more natural walking experience and joint protection.
DE102024102497A1Pending Publication Date: 2025-07-31SOHNGEN ERIC
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE102024102497
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-01-29
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-31
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Conventional treadmills are heavy, lack mechanical stability, and cause repetitive stress injuries due to uniform hardness and monotone feel, which can lead to joint discomfort and injury.
Method used
Integration of a 3D printed lattice structure with variable damping properties in the treadmill's sipes, allowing for non-uniform loading and improved shock absorption, mimicking natural walking conditions.
Benefits of technology
Reduces repetitive stress injuries by providing a more natural walking experience, enhancing muscle activation and joint protection while maintaining structural integrity and reducing weight.
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Abstract
The invention relates to a treadmill for a treadmill device, comprising a tread section (20) with a running surface (22) for a user to walk on, a support section (30), and a connecting section (40) between the tread section (20) and the support section (30), wherein the tread section (20) is connected to the support section (30) by means of the connecting section (40), and wherein the connecting section (40) comprises a lattice structure (42) with a plurality of struts that define a plurality of cells of the lattice structure. The invention further relates to a treadmill device, a treadmill slat, and a method for producing a treadmill.
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