Control method for surfing simulation apparatus

Abstract

Disclosed in the present invention is a control method for a surfing simulation apparatus, which is used for controlling operation of a surfing simulation apparatus provided with a motor. The motor serves as a power source for operation of the apparatus when energized, and serves as a resistance source for operation of the apparatus when de-energized. By switching the energized state and the de-energized state of the motor during operation of the apparatus, a complete operation process corresponding to the apparatus is divided into the following operation modes: an electric mode in which the motor remains continuously energized during operation of the apparatus and serves as a power source, and is de-energized until the operation stops; and a manual mode in which the motor is always de-energized during operation of the apparatus and serves as a resistance source. Moreover, switching between the operation modes can be implemented. The problem that existing surfing simulation exercise apparatuses fail to satisfy the exercise demands of different people due to a single operation mode is solved.

Description

A control method for simulated surfing equipment Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of sports equipment, and in particular to a control method for a simulated surfing device. Background Technology

[0002] Surfing has attracted numerous enthusiasts worldwide with its unique appeal, as it improves balance, coordination, and core strength. However, the sport is limited by many natural conditions.

[0003] In response, some surfing simulation devices have emerged on the market, allowing people to improve their balance, coordination, and core muscle strength indoors. However, existing surfing simulation devices operate on a single mode and cannot meet the diverse needs of different groups. The applicant proposes improvements to address this issue. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention discloses a control method for a surfing simulation device, which solves the problem that existing surfing simulation devices have a single operating mode and cannot meet the exercise needs of different groups of people.

[0005] A control method for a simulated surfing device is provided, used to control the operation of the simulated surfing device equipped with a motor. The motor serves as a power source for the device's operation when powered on and as a resistance source when powered off. By switching the power-on and power-off states of the motor during operation, the following operating modes are distinguished for each complete operation of the device:

[0006] In electric mode, the motor is continuously powered while the equipment is working, serving as the power source, until the power is cut off when the equipment stops working.

[0007] In manual mode, the motor is always powered off while the equipment is working, serving as a resistance source.

[0008] Furthermore, it is possible to switch between different working modes.

[0009] The control method of this application, compared with existing surfing simulation equipment, has at least two switchable motion modes, which solves the problem of the single operating mode of existing equipment. Specifically, by utilizing the damping characteristic of the motor continuing to operate after power failure, the motion load can be selectively increased, forming an electric mode suitable for beginners and a manual mode suitable for experienced users, thus addressing the exercise needs of different groups.

[0010] Several alternative methods are provided below, but they are not intended as additional limitations on the overall solution above. They are merely further additions or optimizations. Provided there are no technical or logical contradictions, each alternative method can be combined individually with respect to the overall solution above, or multiple alternative methods can be combined with each other.

[0011] Optionally, the control method further includes using a start command to control the motor to be powered on, and a stop command to control the motor to be powered off; in the electric mode, the start command and the stop command are each executed once.

[0012] Optionally, the device includes a base and a pedal hinged above the base via a swing arm. The base is equipped with a motor for driving the pedal and a controller for controlling the motor to execute start and stop commands. The pedal and the motor are connected by a transmission assembly.

[0013] Optionally, the controller has a wireless signal receiving device for wirelessly receiving start and stop commands.

[0014] Optionally, the control method also includes an assist mode, in which the motor is intermittently powered during equipment operation, acting as a power source when powered on and as a resistance source when powered off.

[0015] Optionally, in the assisted mode, the start command and stop command are executed sequentially in a loop, forming intermittent power supply.

[0016] Optionally, the device is preset with a start-up trigger condition for triggering a start command and a stop-stop trigger condition for triggering a stop command.

[0017] Optionally, the control method uses the acceleration of the motor rotor rotation as the start-up trigger condition. When the acceleration of the motor rotor rotation reaches a preset value, the controller controls the motor to be powered on.

[0018] Optionally, in the assist mode, the rotor speed of the motor is used as the stop trigger condition. When the rotor speed of the motor reaches a preset value, the controller controls the motor to cut off power.

[0019] Optionally, the control method further includes an auxiliary start mode, in which the controller powers the motor after receiving a start command, serving as a power source; when the rotation speed of the motor rotor triggers the stop trigger condition, the controller executes a stop command to de-power the motor, serving as a resistance source.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows:

[0021] This application controls the energizing and de-energizing state of the motor, enabling it to function as both a power source and a resistance source in the operation of equipment simulating surfing. Furthermore, by energizing the motor under different conditions, it can create electric mode, manual mode, assisted mode, and assisted start mode, with interchangeable modes to suit users of varying skill levels and improve the equipment's versatility. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the device in one embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the device in one embodiment of this application.

[0024] The annotations in the figure are explained as follows:

[0025] 1. Base; 2. Swing arm; 3. Pedal; 4. Motor; 5. Controller; 6. Transmission components. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0027] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or it can be connected to a component in between. When a component is said to be "set on" another component, it can be directly set on the other component or it may be set to a component in between.

[0028] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the application. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0029] Referring to Figures 1 and 2, in one embodiment of this application, a surfing simulation device includes a base 1 and a movable pedal 3, the pedal 3 being used to simulate a surfboard during surfing.

[0030] The base 1 and the pedal 3 are movably connected by a swing arm 2. The two ends of the swing arm 2 are respectively connected to the base 1 and the pedal 3 by hinges, so that the pedal 3 can swing with the swing arm 2 to simulate the up-and-down motion posture when surfing.

[0031] The device also includes a motor 4 and a controller 5 for controlling the operation of the motor. The motor 4 and the swing arm 2 are connected by a transmission component 6. When powered on, the motor 4 drives the swing arm 2 to swing back and forth around the end that is hinged to the base 1.

[0032] It should be noted that the swing arm 2 is connected to the bottom of the pedal 3 near the middle. Since the pedal 3 is hinged to the swing arm 2, when the pedal 3 swings with the swing arm 2, both ends of the pedal 3 can swing up and down around the hinge point with the swing arm 2.

[0033] Furthermore, the transmission assembly 6 is also movably connected to one end of the pedal 3. When the pedal 3 is driven to swing up and down at the hinge point of the swing arm 2, it can drive the swing arm 2 to swing left and right, and drive the motor 4 to rotate. This realizes bidirectional transmission between the motor and the pedal and between the pedal and the motor.

[0034] In one embodiment of this application, a control method for a simulated surfing device is disclosed. The method controls the operation of the simulated surfing device by means of a controller 5, which switches the power-on and power-off states of the motor during operation. When the motor is powered on, it serves as the power source for the device to operate, providing power for the device and reducing the work required for the user to operate the device. When the motor is powered off, it serves as the resistance source for the device to operate, increasing the work required for the user to operate the device.

[0035] Based on the power on / off status of the motor during a complete operation from start to stop, the device can be divided into the following operating modes: electric mode, manual mode, assisted mode, and assisted start mode. These four operating modes can be switched between each other.

[0036] The electric mode means that after the equipment starts working, motor 4 is continuously powered as a power source to provide power for the operation of the equipment until the work is finished. It is suitable for people with poor physical strength or beginners, reducing the physical exertion of users when the equipment is running.

[0037] In manual mode, motor 4 remains de-energized while the equipment is operating. Motor 4 acts as a resistance source, adding damping to the equipment's operation through magnetic reluctance. This can meet the needs of individuals requiring increased exercise load, enhancing the body's resistance during exercise and increasing energy expenditure.

[0038] The assist mode refers to the intermittent power supply to the motor 4 via the controller 5 after the equipment starts working. When powered on, the motor acts as a power source; when powered off, it acts as a resistance source. When powered on, the motor 4 provides power; when powered off, the motor 4 generates resistance, thus meeting the user's need for assistance during prolonged equipment operation.

[0039] The auxiliary start-up mode refers to the process where, after the equipment starts working, the controller 5 first powers on the motor 4 to make the equipment run, and then the controller 5 de-powers the motor 4 after the equipment has started running. In the auxiliary start-up mode, the motor 4 can be started to a predetermined movement frequency, and then the controller 5 controls the motor 4 to be de-powered, switching to manual operation. This saves the user's energy when the equipment is first started, allowing the equipment to quickly reach the appropriate movement frequency.

[0040] In the above control method, a start command is used to control the motor to be powered on, and a stop command is used to control the motor to be powered off. The start and stop commands are received and executed by controller 5.

[0041] In the electric mode described above, the start command and the stop command are executed once each.

[0042] In the power-assisted mode, power is applied intermittently, and the start and stop commands are executed sequentially by the controller 5.

[0043] In one embodiment, the controller 5 has a wireless signal receiving device for wirelessly receiving start and stop commands.

[0044] Furthermore, start and stop commands can be sent to controller 5 via an external remote control device.

[0045] Furthermore, the current operating mode can be switched by issuing commands to the controller 5 via an external remote control. It should be explained that each operating mode is pre-programmed into the controller and can be switched between them via a physical switch or external communication.

[0046] To ensure smoother operation of the aforementioned equipment, in one embodiment, the equipment is pre-set with start-up trigger conditions for triggering a start command and stop trigger conditions for triggering a stop command. When the start-up trigger condition or the stop trigger condition is triggered, the controller 5 automatically executes the start command or the stop command.

[0047] In some embodiments, the acceleration of the rotor rotation of motor 4 after power failure can be used as the start trigger condition, and the rotor rotation speed of motor 4 when power is on can be used as the stop trigger condition.

[0048] The above-mentioned start-up triggering conditions can be understood as follows: in the power-off state, the user accelerates the operation of the equipment by performing their own work, thereby determining that the user has a need for the equipment to accelerate. Subsequently, the controller 5 executes the start command to make the motor 4 run. For example, a preset acceleration of the rotor rotation of the motor 4 is set. When the acceleration of the rotor rotation of the motor 4 reaches the preset value, the controller 5 controls the motor 4 to be powered on.

[0049] The above-mentioned start-up triggering condition can also be the swing frequency of the swing arm 2 when the power is off. When the swing frequency of the swing arm 2 increases, it can be understood that the user has a need to speed up the operation of the equipment.

[0050] Similarly, the increase in the frequency of the pedal 3's up-and-down swing or the increase in the frequency of the transmission component 6 can also be detected as a starting trigger condition.

[0051] In one embodiment, the aforementioned stop triggering condition refers to triggering a stop command in the energized state to stop the motor 4 from operating.

[0052] In assisted mode or assisted start mode, to ensure user safety, it is necessary to set the maximum operating frequency of the device, which can be used as the stop trigger condition.

[0053] Furthermore, to improve comfort, since each user has a different tolerance for the operating frequency of the device, the stop trigger condition can be freely adjusted, but the upper limit of the adjustment is the aforementioned maximum operating frequency.

[0054] The aforementioned maximum operating frequency can be detected by the rotational speed of motor 4, the up-and-down swing frequency of pedal 3, the operating frequency of transmission component 6, and the swing frequency of swing arm 2. For example, a preset rotational speed value for motor 4 can be established, and when the rotational speed of motor 4 reaches the preset value, controller 4 will control the motor to cut off power.

[0055] In electric mode, the stop trigger condition is controlled by an external remote control. Alternatively, the stop trigger condition can be detected by detecting a decrease in the speed of motor 4, a decrease in the up-and-down swing frequency of pedal 3, a decrease in the operating frequency of transmission component 6, and a decrease in the swing frequency of swing arm 2. In other words, the user performs reverse work, which counteracts the movement of the pedal driven by motor 4. The resulting decrease in the operating frequency of the equipment serves as the stop command for the equipment.

[0056] The technical features of the embodiments described above can be combined arbitrarily. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as the combination of these technical features does not contradict each other, it should be considered to be within the scope of this specification. When technical features of different embodiments are embodied in the same drawing, it can be regarded as the drawing also disclosing examples of combinations of the various embodiments involved.

[0057] The embodiments described above are merely examples of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A control method for a simulated surfing device, used to control the operation of a simulated surfing device with a motor, characterized in that, The motor serves as the power source for the equipment when energized and as the resistance source when de-energized. By switching the energized and de-energized states of the motor during operation, the following operating modes are distinguished for each complete working process of the equipment: In electric mode, the motor is continuously powered while the equipment is working, serving as the power source, until the power is cut off when the equipment stops working. In manual mode, the motor is always powered off while the equipment is working, serving as a resistance source. Furthermore, it is possible to switch between different working modes.

2. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control method further includes using a start command to control the motor to be powered on, and a stop command to control the motor to be powered off; in the electric mode, the start command and the stop command are each executed once.

3. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The device includes a base (1) and a pedal (3) hinged above the base (1) by a swing arm (2). The base (1) is equipped with a motor (4) for driving the pedal (3) to move, and a controller (5) for controlling the motor (4) to execute start and stop commands. The pedal (3) and the motor (4) are connected by a transmission assembly (6).

4. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The controller (5) has a wireless signal receiving device for wirelessly receiving start and stop commands.

5. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The control method also includes an assist mode, in which the motor can be intermittently powered when the equipment is working, acting as a power source when powered on and as a resistance source when powered off.

6. A control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 5, characterized in that, In the aforementioned power-assisted mode, the start command and stop command are executed sequentially in a loop, resulting in intermittent power supply.

7. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The device is pre-set with start-up trigger conditions for triggering start commands and stop trigger conditions for triggering stop commands.

8. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The control method uses the acceleration of the rotor rotation of the motor (4) as the starting trigger condition. When the acceleration of the rotor rotation of the motor (4) reaches the preset value, the controller (5) controls the motor (4) to be powered on.

9. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, In the power-assisted mode, the rotation speed of the rotor of the motor (4) is used as the stop trigger condition. When the rotation speed of the rotor of the motor (4) reaches the preset value, the controller (5) controls the motor (4) to cut off the power.

10. The control method for a simulated surfing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The control method also includes an auxiliary start mode. After receiving the start command, the controller (5) powers the motor (4) as a power source. When the rotation speed of the rotor of the motor (4) triggers the stop trigger condition, the controller (5) executes the stop command to cut off the power to the motor (4) as a resistance source.

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