Adjustable Side-Pad Exercise Bench for Versatile Arm Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional exercise benches lack versatility, particularly in terms of adjustable side pads, and face challenges with mobility and storage, which restrict their adaptability to diverse workout needs and practical considerations in limited spaces.
Innovation Solution
An exercise bench with adjustable side pads that move in a two-dimensional plane, a pivotable main back frame, and a handle for mobility, along with a robust frame design for stability and compact storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional fixed structure exercise benches are used, then structural simplicity is maintained, but adaptability to diverse workout needs deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise bench is divided into multiple independent adjustable segments including side pads, back rest, and seat portion. Each segment can be independently adjusted to different positions and angles, allowing customization for various workout types while maintaining overall structural coherence.
Solution Approach 2:
The bench transitions from a static fixed structure to a dynamic adjustable structure. The side pads can be positioned at multiple heights and angles, the back rest adjusts to different inclines, and the seat portion is height-adjustable, enabling the bench to adapt to diverse exercise requirements.
2Ease of operation
If adjustable side pads with two-dimensional movement are added, then arm support quality is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The side pads are equipped with a mechanism allowing two-dimensional adjustment - vertical movement along guides and rotational movement around pivot points. This dynamic positioning capability enables optimal arm support for different exercises while using straightforward mechanical components.
Solution Approach 2:
The side pad assembly is segmented into movable and adjustable components that can be independently positioned. Each side pad contains its own adjustment mechanism separate from the main bench structure, allowing localized optimization without complicating the entire system.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a robust frame design is implemented for stability, then structural stability is improved, but mobility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The frame incorporates a removable rear leg assembly that can be detached from the main bench structure. This segmentation allows the bench to be separated into lighter components for easier relocation, while the main frame retains its robust construction for stability during exercise.
Solution Approach 2:
The bench transitions between a stable fixed configuration during exercise and a mobile reconfigurable state for relocation. The removable rear legs and adjustable components enable easy disassembly and reassembly, providing mobility when needed while maintaining structural integrity during use.
4Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable components are added for versatility, then workout variety is improved, but storage space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustable components including side pads, back rest, and seat portion can be repositioned and collapsed into compact configurations. The side pads fold against the bench, the back rest adjusts to a vertical position, and the seat height can be lowered, significantly reducing the storage footprint while maintaining full adjustability functionality.
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AI summary
An exercise bench apparatus includes a main frame with a height-adjustable back rest and a pair of adjustably connected side pads. The side pads incorporate a unique mechanism involving a solid bar, splined shaft, L-shaped connector, mounting plate, pad rotation plate with holes at set intervals, and a spring-loaded pin system allowing precise upward, downward, and sideways adjustments. Additionally, the apparatus features a resting head pad aligned with the back rest and a pivotally attached sitting pad that adjusts for diverse exercise postures, providing comprehensive support for an enhanced workout experience. A handle on the main frame facilitates bench repositioning. The bench's stability is ensured by a footing mechanism, designed with non-slip materials and multiple feet for even weight distribution and surface protection. This innovative apparatus promises versatile and comfortable exercise configurations.