Adjustable Boxing Trainer for Multi-Angle Strikes at Home
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing martial arts training equipment is limited in versatility, requiring multiple pieces for various techniques and often not suitable for home use, with inadequate adjustability and potential for improper fit causing user strain.
Innovation Solution
A door or wall-mounted boxing device that allows practice of multiple martial arts techniques, including straight punches, hooks, uppercuts, elbows, and kicks, with adjustable resistance via an air valve and a design that accommodates different striking angles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple pieces of equipment are used to practice various martial arts techniques, then the versatility of training is improved, but the cost and device complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The punching ball apparatus is designed to perform multiple martial arts training functions including straight punches, hooks, uppercuts, speed bag training, and kick practice. The hollow arm can rotate to accommodate different striking angles and techniques, allowing a single device to replace multiple specialized equipment pieces
2Force
If a punching bag is made heavy for effective training, then the training effectiveness is improved, but the user strain and difficulty of operation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The punching ball is suspended on a spring mechanism that allows dynamic adjustment of resistance. The spring can be compressed to increase resistance for heavier users or extended to decrease resistance for lighter users, making the training effective for various weight classes without causing excessive strain
Solution Approach 2:
The spring tension and hollow arm rotation angle can be adjusted to change the resistance parameters. This allows the same apparatus to provide appropriate training force for different users regardless of their weight or strength level
3Stability of the object's composition
If equipment is designed for permanent installation at fixed heights, then the stability is improved, but the adaptability to different users decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The hollow arm is mounted on a vertical rod with adjustable height positions and can rotate to accommodate different striking angles. This dynamic adjustability allows the stable apparatus to adapt to users of different heights and training requirements while maintaining installation stability
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
Enables versatile training at home with a single apparatus, reducing user strain and cost by allowing adjustment for varying resistance levels and user heights, accommodating a range of techniques without needing additional equipment.
Implementation Method 1
the air valve may control whether the displaced air is able to escape through an open air valve or is trapped in a sealed internal volume because the air valve is closed. Whether the displaced air may be released may control the air pressure in the hollow arm, which may subsequently control the resistance of the punching ball
Implementation Method 2
An internal spring may be installed in the hollow arm and abut the extension rod. The internal spring may be configured such that the extension rod is predisposed to return to an initial position after the extension rod is pushed further into the hollow arm
Data Source
AI summary
A door or wall mounted training boxing apparatus allows a user to practice a variety of different martial arts techniques without having to modify the apparatus. A spring and one or more struts within the apparatus allows a user to practice straight punches, uppercuts, hooks, use as a speedbag, kicks, and elbows. Adding to the versatility of the apparatus, the apparatus may be temporarily installed in a doorway, for example as a piece of home workout equipment, or more permanently installed against a wall or other surface. Additionally, the apparatus includes an air valve that allows for resistance adjustment of the punching ball. Closing the air valve increases the air pressure within the apparatus, increasing the resistance. Opening the air valve decreases the air pressure, decreasing the resistance.