Elastomeric Resistance Device with Removable Mounting Members
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional weight-bearing devices are often heavy, cumbersome, and limited in the amount of resistance they can provide, making them unsuitable for small spaces and ineffective for continuously increasing resistance levels during workouts.
Innovation Solution
A resistance-generating device featuring an elongated resilient body with inelastic mounting members that can be removably connected to form sets, allowing for adjustable resistance levels by elastic deformation, enabling easy increase or decrease of resistance without adding weight or space-consuming components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Force
If conventional weight-bearing devices are used, then resistance can be provided for exercise, but the devices are heavy and cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical weight systems with an elastomeric resilient body that generates resistance through elastic deformation. Instead of using heavy weights and mechanical pulleys, the invention uses the inherent elasticity of the resilient body to provide resistance forces during exercise movements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the physical state and properties by using elastomeric materials that can be elastically deformed. The resistance is generated through changes in the elastic properties of the resilient body as it stretches and returns to its original shape, providing variable resistance based on deformation magnitude.
2Force
If conventional weight-bearing devices are used, then resistance can be provided, but the devices are cumbersome and difficult to move
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the exercise system into separate components: resilient bodies, mounting members, and anchor points. This segmentation allows the resilient bodies to be easily moved, stored, and configured independently, eliminating the need to move heavy integrated weight structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses flexible elastomeric resilient bodies instead of rigid weight structures. These flexible components can be easily rolled, folded, or stored in compact forms, significantly improving ease of movement and storage compared to traditional weight equipment.
3Force
If conventional weight-bearing devices are used, then some resistance can be provided, but the amount of resistance is restricted and cannot be continuously increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic resistance adjustment by allowing the resilient bodies to be connected in series or parallel configurations. Users can continuously vary resistance levels by adding or removing resilient bodies from the set, enabling progressive overload as exercise intensity increases.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal system where mounting members can connect to multiple anchor points and resilient bodies can be configured in various arrangements. This multi-functionality allows the same set of components to provide a wide range of resistance levels and exercise variations.
4Force
If conventional weight-bearing devices are used, then resistance training can be performed, but the devices occupy significant space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables compact storage by allowing resilient bodies to be nested or coiled within mounting members or storage containers. The components can be stored in a compact, space-efficient manner similar to nested dolls, eliminating the need for large weight racks and platforms.
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 provides a lightweight, space-efficient solution for adjustable resistance, allowing users to easily modify workout intensity by combining or disconnecting units, enhancing the effectiveness of resistance-based exercises without the limitations of traditional weight-training equipment.
Implementation Method 1
the resilient body generating resistance upon being elastically deformed by displacement of the second mounting member mounted to the second structure relative to the first mounting member mounted to the first structure
Data Source
AI summary
A resistance-generating device includes a resilient body extending between opposed ends. The resilient body has a first portion extending between first and second mounting members of the device, and a second portion extending between the first and second mounting members. The first portion is spaced apart from the second portion, and the first and second mounting members are made of an inelastic material. At least one of the first and second mounting members is removably mountable to a corresponding one of the first and second mounting members of another resistance-generating device. The resilient body generates resistance upon the first and second portions being elastically deformed by displacement of the second mounting member mounted to a second structure relative to the first mounting member mounted to a first structure.