Exercise Device with Adjustable Straps and Foot Brace
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing exercise devices and systems fail to provide an efficient and user-friendly solution for sub-maximal to maximal concentric, isometric, and eccentric exercises, lacking in ease of use and the ability to transfer varying loads effectively.
Innovation Solution
The exercise device comprises a back-plate unit, an extended bar, and a foot-brace unit with adjustable straps and an optional scale, allowing for versatile muscle engagement and force measurement, enabling efficient sub-maximal to maximal concentric, isometric, and eccentric exercises with adjustable resistance and comfort features.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing exercise devices are used for sub-maximal to maximal concentric, isometric and eccentric exercises, then exercise functionality is provided, but ease of use and efficiency are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise device is divided into separate functional components including a back plate unit, foot brace unit, extended bar, and resistance mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently for ease of use while maintaining overall device functionality for sub-maximal to maximal exercises.
Solution Approach 2:
The device is designed to perform multiple exercise functions (concentric, isometric, and eccentric exercises) through a single integrated system. The adjustable resistance mechanism and versatile attachment points enable one device to replace multiple specialized exercise equipment, improving ease of use without requiring users to manage multiple complex devices.
2Adaptability or versatility
If existing exercise devices are used, then exercise capability is provided, but the ability to transfer varying loads from sub-maximal to maximal is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The resistance mechanism incorporates dynamic adjustment capabilities that allow users to smoothly transition from sub-maximal to maximal resistance levels during exercise. The system includes adjustable springs and weight mechanisms that can be modified in real-time, enabling progressive load transfer without requiring multiple fixed-resistance devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The device allows continuous variation of resistance parameters through adjustable spring tension, weight plate configurations, and mechanical leverage ratios. This enables the same device to provide sub-maximal, maximal, and progressive resistance by changing physical parameters rather than requiring separate equipment for each resistance level.
3Adaptability or versatility
If exercise devices with multiple functions are used, then muscle group coverage is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise device is designed as a universal system that can engage multiple muscle groups through a single integrated structure. The back plate unit with extended bar and foot brace configuration allows simultaneous or sequential engagement of upper body, lower body, and core muscles, providing comprehensive muscle group coverage without requiring multiple separate exercise devices.
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AI summary
An exercise device and system are provided. The exercise device and system are especially suitable for use with sub-maximal to maximal concentric, isometric and eccentric exercises. The exercise device has a back-plate unit, an extended bar and a foot-brace unit. A first and second strap, each having a hand loop, may be grasped by the hands and may be attached to the extended bar and may be connected to the foot-brace unit. An optional scale may be secured to the foot-brace.