Workout Apparatus Simulating Bike Handlebar Pedal Kinematics
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Solution Overview
Problem
BMX, mountain bike, and motocross athletes lack a training device that accurately simulates the movement patterns of their bikes' handlebars relative to the pedals or foot pegs, limiting their training effectiveness.
Innovation Solution
A workout apparatus featuring a base deck, pivotably mounted frame assembly, hydraulic damper units, and adjustable components that mimic the arm and leg movements of bike riding, providing resistance through handlebar and foot platform interactions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If athletes train by riding bicycles in the field or performing strength exercises, then general fitness can be improved, but the specific movement patterns of handlebars relative to pedals cannot be precisely simulated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a simplified copy of the bicycle riding motion by using a frame assembly that replicates the essential movement patterns of handlebars relative to pedals. The workout apparatus copies the core kinematic relationships without requiring a full bicycle, allowing precise simulation of the targeted movement patterns while maintaining training effectiveness.
2Reliability
If a workout apparatus is designed to precisely simulate bike movement patterns, then training effectiveness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The workout apparatus is divided into distinct functional segments: a base deck for stability, a pivotably mounted frame assembly for motion simulation, hydraulic damper units for resistance, and a handle bar for user interaction. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while keeping the overall device manageable and not overly complex.
Solution Approach 2:
The frame assembly serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides the structural framework, enables the pivoting motion to simulate bike handling, and connects the resistance mechanisms. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed, thereby reducing overall device complexity while maintaining training effectiveness.
3Measurement precision
If hydraulic damper units are used to provide resistance, then movement simulation accuracy is enhanced, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs hydraulic damper units to provide controlled resistance against the frame assembly's movement. These dampers use hydraulic fluid and valves to create adjustable resistance forces that accurately simulate the varying loads experienced during actual bike riding. This hydraulic approach provides smooth, controllable resistance with precise adjustment capabilities.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables users to simulate core movement patterns of bike riding, enhancing strength and fitness by replicating the dynamic resistance and balance required in these sports, improving training efficacy.
Implementation Method 1
a pair of hydraulic damper units coupled to the frame assembly and base deck, the first hydraulic damper unit of the pair of hydraulic damper units coupled to the base deck and front portion of the frame assembly, the second hydraulic damper unit of the pair of hydraulic damper units coupled to the base deck and rear portion of the frame assembly, the first and second hydraulic damper units configured to apply opposing forces on the frame assembly
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AI summary
A workout apparatus for use by a user to simulate core movement patterns of bike riding is provided. The workout apparatus includes a base deck disposed on a ground surface, a frame assembly pivotably mounted to the base deck and comprising a front portion and a rear portion, a handle bar coupled to the front portion of the frame assembly, and a pair of hydraulic damper units coupled to the frame assembly and base deck, the first hydraulic damper unit coupled to the base deck and front portion of the frame assembly, the second hydraulic damper unit coupled to the base deck and rear portion of the frame assembly. The user on the base deck grabs the handle bar to perform a pushing or pulling motion, thereby enabling the first hydraulic damper unit or second hydraulic damper unit to provide resistance to movement of the frame assembly.