Multi-angle balance platform with segmented springs
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for compact, inexpensive, safe, and versatile exercise devices that can effectively target core muscles and provide varied workout options, as existing devices are often complex, expensive, and space-consuming, and lack the ability to offer multiple resistance levels and angles for effective muscle stimulation.
Innovation Solution
A multi-purpose, multi-angle balance exercise board utilizing multiple spring coils for varying resistance levels and angles, combined with a safety handle and adjustable straps, allowing for a range of exercises that target multiple muscle groups simultaneously and can be used in various locations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional exercise devices are used, then exercise effectiveness is achieved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The balance board is designed to perform multiple exercise functions through a single device. The platform can be used for balancing exercises, squats, lunges, push-ups, and other bodyweight exercises by simply changing the user's position and movement pattern, eliminating the need for multiple separate exercise devices
Solution Approach 2:
The device uses multiple independent spring coils arranged in specific patterns to create different stability characteristics. Each spring coil can be independently configured to provide varying levels of resistance and instability, allowing the same device to adapt to different exercise levels and requirements
2Reliability
If traditional exercise devices are used, then exercise effectiveness is achieved, but space consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The balance board consolidates multiple exercise functions into a single compact device. Instead of requiring separate equipment for balancing, strength training, and flexibility exercises, this one device provides all necessary functions through varied usage patterns, significantly reducing the space required for a complete home workout setup
3Device complexity
If single-spring exercise devices are used, then device simplicity is maintained, but resistance variety is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The device employs multiple independent spring coils rather than a single spring mechanism. This segmentation allows each spring to be independently positioned and configured, creating varied resistance patterns and stability characteristics that can accommodate users at different skill levels and exercise requirements
Solution Approach 2:
Different regions of the platform have different spring configurations. The springs are arranged in specific patterns (e.g., corner springs vs. edge springs) to create localized stability characteristics, allowing users to target different muscle groups and achieve varied resistance levels in different areas of the exercise platform
4Device complexity
If fixed-angle exercise platforms are used, then structural simplicity is maintained, but exercise versatility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The platform incorporates movable springs that can dynamically adjust their configuration based on user weight distribution and exercise requirements. The springs can compress and extend at different angles, allowing the platform to adapt to various exercise positions and provide appropriate stability or instability for different workout scenarios
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The device provides a compact, safe, and versatile workout solution that engages multiple muscle groups, offering customizable workouts from beginner to advanced levels, enhancing core strength, balance, and overall fitness while allowing for infinite possibilities of exercises and angles, thus maintaining user interest.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of springs connecting the base and the exercise platform
Data Source
AI summary
An exercise device has a base, an exercise platform (which can be split into a left and right platform) and two or more springs that connect the base and the exercise platform(s) and hold the exercise platform(s) substantially parallel to the base when the exercise device is not in use, preventing the exercise platform(s) from coming into contact with the base when the exercise device is in use and allowing the position of the exercise platform to vary relative to the base as weight is applied to the exercise platform(s) at different points apart from a center point of weight balance while straps can be used to stabilize or selectively vary the center point of weight balance.