Console for a sports device comprising a means for cooling the user

Abstract

The invention relates to a console (1) for an indoor sports device comprising a cooling means (2) for cooling a user of the indoor sports device, an indoor sports device comprising such a console (1), and also a kit comprising a console (1) according to the present invention and an indoor sports device configured to be used with the console (1).

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] TITLE OF THE INVENTION: DESK FOR SPORTS DEVICE INCLUDING A USER COOLING MEANS

[0003] The invention relates to a desk for an indoor sports device, such as an exercise bike, comprising a cooling means, such as a fan, for a user of said indoor sports device, as well as to an indoor sports device comprising such a desk and a kit.

[0004] The state of the art is known to many sports devices that allow their users to practice one or more sports in the comfort of their home or gyms.

[0005] However, unlike many outdoor sports, all indoor sports equipment is static in its location, which can cause users to overheat. At the same time, users increasingly want to perform tasks that require support while exercising. For example, users may want to have a computer in front of them for personal or even professional purposes.

[0006] In this context, CN107174786A discloses an indoor exercise bike (i.e., an exercise bike) for cycling in virtual reality. The exercise bike comprises virtual reality goggles, a frame comprising a roof plate, and vertical plates where multiple air projection sources are arranged.

[0007] Document US6881176 discloses an indoor training bike comprising a screen (possibly touchscreen) placed in front of the user, various sensors and performance calculation means, as well as optional fans. It is a virtual reality device intended to motivate the user to increase their performance by immersing them in a particular context, such as a bicycle race.

[0008] However, these devices, specific to virtual reality, are, on the one hand, complex in their implementation and expensive, and on the other hand, of an impractical size for their use in an apartment. In addition, these devices do not include any means of supporting personal effects (such as a laptop) since the aim is to immerse the user in a virtual reality. These devices are not very modular given their objectives (virtual reality).

[0009] Document USD934406S discloses a fan system that can be attached to an exercise bike. The system described in this document appears to be suitable for attaching to an exercise bike to cool its user. However, it requires a suitable mount, which requires the presence of handlebars.

[0010] US2021219713 discloses a stationary exercise bike with a "desktop tablet." Additionally, this tablet can be removed from the bike and used as a standalone table. However, this device does not include a cooling system.

[0011] The aim of the invention is therefore to overcome the drawbacks of the prior art by proposing a desk dedicated to the use of an indoor sports device.

[0012] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] To this end, the invention thus relates, in its broadest sense, to a desk for an indoor sports device comprising a means of cooling for a user of said indoor sports device.

[0014] One of the technical advantages of the desk according to the present invention may be that it can be used with several types of indoor sports devices, which demonstrates its versatility.

[0015] Another technical advantage of the desk according to the present invention may be that it can be stored independently of the indoor sports device(s) for which it is intended to be used.

[0016] Another technical advantage of the desk according to the present invention may therefore be its independence from the indoor sports device for which it is intended. Thus, the desk according to the present invention can be easily customizable by the user, and this customization can therefore be applicable to several indoor sports devices that the user could have.

[0017] The subject matter of the present invention further relates to an indoor sports device comprising a desk as defined herein. Since the desk according to the present invention can be adaptable, it is possible to have an indoor sports device physically connected to this desk. The desk becomes a constituent and possibly detachable element of the indoor sports device.

[0018] Furthermore, the subject matter of the present invention relates to a kit comprising a desk as defined herein and an indoor sports device configured to be used with said desk.

[0019] In order to facilitate obtaining a desk according to the present invention, a kit presenting this desk with an indoor sports device adapted to be combined therewith

[0020] DEFINITIONS

[0021] By "desk", is understood in the context of the present invention a piece of furniture on one or more legs, on which an object such as a laptop, a book, a flat screen, a computer keyboard, a computer mouse, etc. can be placed or fixed at eye level. The desk according to the present invention in fact has an orientation: the bottom of the desk being represented by the parts of the desk intended to be closest to or in contact with the floor on which it rests and the top of the desk being represented by the parts of the desk intended to be furthest from the floor on which it rests. The front face of the desk (equivalent to the "front side of the desk") is the side where the user of the indoor sports device faces the desk. The rear face of the desk is therefore the opposite side of the front face of the desk.

[0022] By "indoor sports device", within the context of the present invention is understood an apparatus to be implemented in a covered place such as a home or a gymnasium, allowing its user to exercise. For example, such a device may be an exercise bike (also called an exercise bike), a treadmill, a treadmill, an elliptical bike, a stepper, a Roman weight-training chair, etc.

[0023] By "cooling means" is meant within the context of the present invention a means for decreasing the temperature of the user of the indoor sports device, such as a fan, a water spraying apparatus, an air conditioner, a mist maker, an air purifier, etc. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that the desk can comprise a support shelf.

[0025] By "support shelf", in the context of the present invention is understood a flat surface intended to receive and support one or more objects placed on it.

[0026] The support shelf can be made of any rigid material that provides such support. Advantageously, the rigid material can be a biodegradable material, such as wood or a cellulosic material. Alternatively, the rigid material can be a recyclable material.

[0027] Advantageously, the support tablet can be mounted in a sliding manner so that it can be moved closer to or further away from the user of the indoor sports device.

[0028] Advantageously, the biodegradable rigid material may be sensitive to sustained exposure to water, making it more biodegradable. Such a material may be a cellulosic material such as cardboard, particularly cardboard reinforced for example with a wooden or metal structure (therefore recyclable).

[0029] Preferably, the support tablet can be adapted to receive at least one personal item of the user such as a telephone, a laptop, a watch, keys and / or a wallet.

[0030] The support shelf can also be covered with a non-slip coating to prevent objects from falling off the support shelf, particularly if the desk may be subject to vibrations linked to the use of an indoor sports device.

[0031] Preferably, the support shelf may comprise an air flow passage arranged in the path of an air flow coming from said cooling means.

[0032] For example, the support shelf may have a shape that allows the passage of an air flow. For example, the support shelf may have a recess, a hollow or an opening that allows the passage of an air flow and may be dedicated to this purpose.

[0033] Preferably, the support shelf may comprise a C- or L-shaped portion.

[0034] More preferably, the C or the L may be oriented so that the support tablet is configured to partially surround the user of said indoor sports device. Thus, the user can place his personal belongings on the parts of the support tablet which surround him while benefiting from an air flow to cool him.

[0035] In one embodiment, the desk according to the present invention may be adapted to receive at least one item of clothing or towel. For example, the desk may include a towel holder, such as a horizontal bar arranged under the support shelf or attached to one of the legs of the desk. Advantageously, the support shelf may include an oblong or rectangular opening, for example, placed close to one of its edges, thus making it possible to fulfill the function of a clothing rack or towel holder.

[0036] Thus, in a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that, where appropriate, the support shelf can comprise a passage for air flow, for example in the shape of a C or L, arranged on the path of an air flow coming from said cooling means.

[0037] Even more preferably, the C may be oriented so that it allows the passage of an air flow towards the user. The passage of an air flow may then pass into the hollow of the C. The tablet may advantageously have in its entirety a flat C shape.

[0038] Even more preferably, the L may be oriented so that it allows the passage of an air flow towards the user. The passage of an air flow may then pass into the hollow of the L (i.e. into the space between the two bars of the L). The tablet may advantageously have in its entirety a flat L shape. A support tablet may be joined to at least one other support tablet on a desk according to the present invention. Furthermore, a desk according to the present invention may be joined to at least one other desk according to the present invention. Thus, seen from above, such desks may form patterns combining Cs and / or Ls. For example, the pattern thus formed may resemble an E, an F or several Cs stuck to each other.

[0039] In a particular embodiment, a desk according to the present invention may comprise several support shelves and / or air flow passages allowing the reception of several indoor sports devices, such as exercise bikes.

[0040] Indoor sports equipment can be placed next to each other in a straight or curved line, or in a circle.

[0041] In a particular embodiment, the desk comprises at least one means of receiving a liquid container such as a glass, a cup, a bottle or a can. The consumption of a liquid is obviously a means of refreshing the user, on the one hand by the effect of heat transfer of the heat from the user to the ingested liquid and on the other hand by the supply of water usable for sweating and the evaporation at the skin level of this water for the user.

[0042] The means for receiving a liquid container may be any known means for receiving and stabilizing said container, such as a bottle holder, a cup holder, a glass holder.

[0043] More preferably, said at least one receiving means for a liquid container may be an opening of suitable shape such as a circular shape in a support tablet.

[0044] Thus, in a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that said desk comprises a support shelf, said support shelf preferably comprising at least one means for receiving a liquid container such as a glass, a cup, a bottle or a can.

[0045] In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention may be characterized in that the indoor sports device may be an exercise bike. In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention may be characterized in that the indoor sports device may be a treadmill, a running machine, an elliptical bike, a stepper or a weight training chair.

[0046] Preferably, said desk can be configured to allow the placement of several indoor sports devices. As mentioned above, the indoor sports devices can be placed next to each other in a straight or curved line, or in a circle.

[0047] In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises at least two feet, for example fixed, where appropriate, to the support shelf, which feet are arranged so as to allow the placement of said indoor sports device between said at least two feet.

[0048] In the case of a desk that can accommodate several indoor sports equipment placed next to each other, particularly in a circle, several legs are necessary for the stability of the desk. The desk can therefore have 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or even 10 legs.

[0049] In a particular embodiment, said at least two legs comprise two vertical arms and two horizontal arms connected to each other by their ends. Such an arrangement allows the lectern according to the present invention to be particularly stable.

[0050] In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that the cooling means can be oriented or can be oriented depending on the nature of the indoor sports device.

[0051] In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that the cooling means can be a fan, a water spraying device, an air conditioner, a mist sprayer, etc.

[0052] Preferably, the cooling means may be a fan.

[0053] Preferably, the cooling means such as a fan may comprise controls arranged to be accessible when said user operates said indoor sports device. Preferably, the cooling means such as a fan or a mist maker may comprise controls to control the quality or strength of the airflow produced by said cooling means.

[0054] Preferably, the cooling means, such as a fan, can be adjustable.

[0055] Preferably, the cooling means, such as a fan, can be configured so that the generated airflow is directed or can be directed towards the user.

[0056] In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention may comprise several cooling means (identical or different) arranged so as to better expose and cool the user. The desk according to the present invention may then comprise controls (preferably accessible by the user when the latter operates the indoor sports device) allowing the user to individually control the different cooling means.

[0057] For example, the desk may include a fan on each of its legs, which fans are directed towards the user. These fans may be supplemented by misters and / or air purifiers that can be operated at will by the user.

[0058] In a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that it can comprise at least one storage box.

[0059] Preferably, said storage box can be placed between at least two feet, for example fixed to a support shelf as defined above.

[0060] Thus, in a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises at least one storage box, preferably said storage box is placed, where appropriate, between at least two feet as defined above.

[0061] Preferably, said storage box can be configured to receive electricity cables, connection to a communication network and / or a power outlet.

[0062] Preferably, said storage box may comprise a sliding bottom. An advantage of a sliding bottom is that it allows cables to pass through the bottom of the storage box.

[0063] In addition, said storage box includes a cable passage, particularly on the upper part of the storage box. The orientation of the storage box is the same as that of the music stand.

[0064] In a particular embodiment, said desk (1) is made of a biodegradable material, such as wood.

[0065] In a particular embodiment, the lectern according to the present invention may be characterized in that it may be removable and / or foldable to facilitate its storage. For example, the leg(s) of the lectern may be detachable, removable and / or foldable. For example, the support shelf(s) may be detachable, removable and / or foldable.

[0066] In a particular embodiment, the lectern according to the present invention may be characterized in that it may be configured so as to be adjustable in height. For example, the leg(s) may be telescopic, have screwable systems or have additional sections to allow the height of the lectern to be adjusted.

[0067] By "height", it is understood in the context of the present invention, the distance between the end intended to be placed on the ground and the end intended to be at the user's eye level. For example, the height can be between 20 centimeters (cm) and 2 meters (m), preferably between 50 cm and 1.80 m, or between 60 cm and 1.70 m such as between 70 cm and 1.60 m, between 80 cm and 1.50 m, between 90 cm and 1.40 m, between 1 m and 1.30 m, for example between 1.10 m and 1.20 m.

[0068] Advantageously, the desk is sized so as not to obstruct the view of the user of the indoor sports device. Thus, the user can, for example, place an open laptop on the support shelf of the desk, and at the same time watch a television placed behind the desk. This is also one of the advantages of an embodiment of the desk according to the present invention: by placing the refreshment means under the support shelf, the user's peripheral vision is not obstructed. Furthermore, in a particular embodiment, the desk according to the present invention can be characterized in that it comprises jacks allowing it to be configurable in height and / or to ensure its stability.

[0069] By "jacks" is understood and the context of the present invention a screw lifting apparatus.

[0070] FIGURES

[0071] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below, by way of non-limiting examples, with reference to the appended figures in which:

[0072] [Fig.1] is a perspective representation of a desk according to the present invention;

[0073] [Fig.2] is a perspective representation of a desk according to the present invention;

[0074] [Fig.3] is a front view representation of a desk according to the present invention;

[0075] [Fig.4] is a representation seen from the rear of a desk according to the present invention;

[0076] [Fig.5] is a side view representation of a desk according to the present invention;

[0077] [Fig.6] is a representation seen from below of a desk according to the present invention;

[0078] [Fig.7] is a top view representation of a desk according to the present invention.

[0079] With reference to the figures, a desk 1 is shown in different views in which a cooling means 2 can be seen, here taking the form of a fan 9. This fan may comprise a control 10 for controlling the fan 9 to vary the air flow. Here, the fan comprises a control arranged to control the air flow produced, preferably when the user operates said indoor sports device. The desk comprises a support shelf 3 having a C shape allowing a passage for air flow 4 in the hollow of the C. The support shelf 3 comprises a receiving means 5 for a container here taking the form of a circular opening of said support shelf 3. In addition, the desk 1 comprises two feet 6 arranged so as to allow the desk 1 to be able to receive an indoor sports device between the two feet 6.The two legs 6 each comprise two vertical arms 7 and two horizontal arms 8. The desk 1 may comprise a storage box 11. This storage box 11 may comprise cable passages 13 for example to allow the recharging of electronic devices (for example mobile phones, audio-phonic headsets, etc.). The desk 1 may comprise means for adjusting the height of said desk 1, such as jacks 14.

[0080] With reference to Figure 6, the storage box 11 may comprise a sliding bottom 12.

Claims

DEMANDS 1. Desk (1) for an indoor sports device comprising a cooling means (2) for a user of said indoor sports device and a support shelf (3), characterized in that the support shelf (3) comprises an airflow passage (4), for example in the shape of a C or L, disposed in the path of an airflow from said cooling means (2).

2. Desk (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the cooling means (2) is a fan (9).

3. Desk (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that said support shelf (3) comprises at least one means of holding (5) a liquid container such as a glass, a cup, a bottle or a can.

4. Desk (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 3 characterized in that the indoor sports device is an exercise bike.

5. Desk (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that it comprises at least two feet (6), for example fixed, where appropriate, to the support shelf (3), which feet (6) are arranged so as to allow the placement of said indoor sports device between said at least two feet (6).

6. Desk (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that said at least two feet (6) comprise two vertical arms (7) and two horizontal arms (8) connected to each other by their ends.

7. Desk (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 6 characterized in that it comprises at least one storage box (11), preferably said storage box (11) is placed, where appropriate, between at least two feet (6) as defined in claim 4 or 5.

8. Indoor sports device comprising a desk (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

9. Kit comprising a desk (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 7 and an indoor sports device configured for use with said desk (1).

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