Elastic Resistance Exercise Device with Rotational Base
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional exercise devices like treadmills and cycling machines are expensive, require significant space, and can malfunction, making them impractical for many users who need a compact and affordable way to achieve a full-body workout in a short time.
Innovation Solution
A compact exercise device featuring a circular or oval-shaped base with radially extending connectors and an elongate elastic resistance strap that can be attached to various anchors, allowing for a range of exercises including rotational motions, providing natural body conditioning and safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional exercise devices like treadmills and cycling machines are used, then effective full-body workout is achieved, but the device requires large floor space and high cost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the essential resistance mechanism from complex mechanical exercise equipment, isolating only the necessary components (base, connectors, elastic straps) while removing unnecessary mechanical systems, motors, and control mechanisms that consume space and increase cost.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces expensive, complex mechanical systems with simple, inexpensive elastic resistance straps and a basic base structure, achieving effective workouts without the high cost and mechanical complexity of traditional exercise equipment.
2Reliability
If conventional exercise devices like treadmills and cycling machines are used, then effective full-body workout is achieved, but the device involves complex mechanical systems that can malfunction
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes complex mechanical systems, motors, belts, and control mechanisms from the exercise device, retaining only the essential base, connectors, and elastic straps needed to provide effective resistance training.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex, malfunction-prone mechanical systems with simple, reliable elastic resistance straps and a basic base structure, eliminating the risk of mechanical failure while maintaining workout effectiveness.
3Ease of operation
If conventional exercise devices are used, then structured exercise is provided, but the device requires significant space for storage and use
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the exercise device with a compact base structure where connectors and elastic straps can be stored or positioned within or around the base when not in use, minimizing the space required for both storage and operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts only the essential components needed for exercise functionality, eliminating bulky frames, seats, and mechanical systems that would require significant storage space, while maintaining the ability to provide structured exercise routines.
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 offers a full-body workout in a small space, is cost-effective, and reduces the risk of injury by allowing natural and ergonomic exercise motions, making it suitable for users with limited space and time.
Implementation Method 1
an elongate elastic strap configured to provide a resistance to movement when stretched lengthwise
Data Source
AI summary
An exercise device having a base that forms a ring, and at least one connection point. A resistance band is connected to the connection point, and an anchor. The base may be moved in varying directions against resistance from the resistance band to provide exercise for a user.