Combat Sports Training Apparatus with Low-Friction Runners
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing training apparatus for wrestling and combat sports do not allow practitioners to practice penetration techniques in free motion across a matted surface without damaging the surface or risking injury, and they are not suitable for solo practice or use on matted surfaces.
Innovation Solution
A novel apparatus with a grappling upright, horizontal tubes, and low-friction runners that allows users to practice penetration techniques in free motion on matted surfaces without damaging them, while providing stability and safety for solo practice and the option to add weight for varied resistance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing training apparatus are used for practicing penetration techniques, then users can practice grappling and improve strength, but users cannot practice penetration techniques in free motion across a matted surface
Solution Approach 1:
The training apparatus is designed to be movable across the matted surface rather than fixed, allowing it to dynamically follow the user's movement during penetration technique practice. The apparatus includes runners that enable it to slide smoothly across the mat surface, providing the adaptability needed for free motion practice while maintaining stability during grappling movements.
Solution Approach 2:
The apparatus serves as an intermediary training tool that simulates an opponent's resistance and movement characteristics. It provides a controlled intermediate step between solo practice and full partner practice, allowing users to develop penetration techniques with realistic feedback without requiring a training partner present.
2Ease of operation
If existing training apparatus are used on matted surfaces, then users can practice grappling techniques, but the matted surface may be damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The apparatus employs runners with a smooth, low-friction surface design that contacts the matted surface. These runners are specifically engineered to glide across the mat material without catching, tearing, or damaging it, while still providing sufficient friction for the user to push against during penetration techniques.
Solution Approach 2:
The contact surface parameters of the apparatus are specifically modified to be compatible with matted surfaces. The runners have optimized friction characteristics and surface properties that prevent mat damage while maintaining the necessary resistance for effective training.
3Productivity
If existing training apparatus are used, then users can practice with resistance, but users cannot practice solo effectively
Solution Approach 1:
The apparatus is designed to be used independently without requiring a training partner. It provides self-contained resistance through its weighted structure and movable design, allowing users to practice penetration techniques alone with the apparatus serving its own function as the training partner would.
4Ease of operation
If existing training apparatus are used, then users can practice penetration techniques, but users risk injury when driving opponent backwards across surface
Solution Approach 1:
The apparatus incorporates padded surfaces and smooth runners that reduce impact forces during penetration techniques. The design cushions the user's movements and provides controlled resistance, preventing the harsh impacts and unpredictable movements that could lead to injury when driving an opponent across the surface.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables effective practice of penetration techniques in free motion on matted surfaces, allowing solo training and safe use without surface damage, improving technique development and coaching opportunities.
Implementation Method 1
low-friction runners that allows users to practice penetration techniques in free motion on matted surfaces without damaging them
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AI summary
Apparatus is provided for training people in technique and tactics for use in wrestling and other combat sports. The apparatus presented comprises a rigid and elastic frame, padding, low-friction feet or runners, and a platform for another user or weights, to add mass and resistance for the user training with the apparatus. A user may use the apparatus to practice penetration techniques, agility, and strength while training in free motion. The apparatus leads the user to use her or his body weight, the weight of the apparatus, and optionally added weight, in training while on matted surfaces, providing a better training experience and practice than prior art training devices. The present invention solves problems with the currently available means and apparatuses of practicing penetration techniques and tactics.