Dual Upper-Body Exerciser With Adjustable Magnetic Resistance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing exercise machines lack versatility and adjustability for targeted upper-body workouts, particularly for muscle toning and rehabilitation, and do not effectively utilize magnetic resistance technology for intensity adjustment.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic-resistance hand-spinning machine with a dual handle configuration, allowing for adjustable mounting and intensity control, featuring a pair of machine bodies with magnets, an exercise bar, and a user interface for resistance adjustment, enabling synchronized rotation and data tracking.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a magnetic-resistance hand-spinning machine is designed with dual handle configuration and adjustable mounting options, then versatility and adaptability for targeted upper-body workouts are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise machine is designed with dual machine bodies (first machine body 12 and second machine body 13) that can each independently perform resistance exercises, allowing the same device to serve multiple workout functions and target different muscle groups, thereby achieving versatility without requiring multiple separate devices
Solution Approach 2:
The machine is divided into separate modular components including first machine body 12, second machine body 13, mounting body 11, exercise bar 14, and base connectors 23-24. This segmentation allows independent adjustment and configuration of each component to suit different workout needs while maintaining overall system functionality
2Reliability
If magnetic resistance technology is used with adjustable intensity control, then effectiveness for muscle toning and rehabilitation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The machine employs magnetic resistance technology where the resistance level is adjusted by changing the magnetic field strength parameter through a resistance knob 32 that controls the position of magnets 34. This allows continuous adjustment of exercise intensity without mechanical friction components, providing reliable and effective resistance control for various rehabilitation and toning needs
3Adaptability or versatility
If the machine provides both fixed mounting and adjustable sliding position options, then adaptability to different workout needs is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system incorporates both fixed mounting capability through mounting body 11 with mounting holes 44 and adjustable sliding position capability through wall-mounted adapters. This dynamic mounting system allows the machine to transition between stationary and movable configurations, adapting to different workout requirements and space constraints
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Provides targeted upper-body workouts with adjustable intensity, enhancing muscle toning and rehabilitation, while offering versatile mounting options and exercise data monitoring.
Implementation Method 1
The magnetic resistance technology allows adjusting the level of intensity of the exercise. The pair of machine bodies comprises a first machine body (12) and a second machine body (13) each comprising a plurality of magnets (34).
Data Source
AI summary
A magnetic resistance exercise pod having first and second machine bodies connected along a mounting body. The mounting body allows for the exercise pod to be mounted onto an exercise frame. Each of the first and second machine bodies has a plurality of magnets within that are controlled by a resistance knob positioned on the mounting body. The first and second machine bodies are connected by way of an exercise bar that allows a user to rotate the exercise pod when in use. The exercise bar is attached to the first and second machine bodies by way of a fastening element.