Fitness Display Device with Generator and Tension Sensor

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing fitness weight devices cannot automatically detect and display the selected weight, distance, and speed of weight lifting, nor transmit this data wirelessly to other devices or the Cloud for tracking fitness progress.

Innovation Solution

A fitness display device with a generator, PCB, tension sensor, and rechargeable battery is integrated into a fitness weight device, where the generator acts as a speed sensor and power generator, and the PCB connects these components to display data on a screen and transmit it wirelessly, allowing for real-time tracking and recording of exercise metrics.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Extent of automation

If traditional weight devices are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the device cannot automatically detect and display weight, distance, and speed data

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveautomatic detection and display of exercise dataVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Extent of automationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple functions (weight detection, distance measurement, speed detection, data processing, and wireless transmission) into a single integrated display device that attaches to the existing weight machine. The device merges sensors, display units, and communication modules into one compact system, eliminating the need for separate detection and display systems while achieving automatic data collection and presentation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an intermediary display device that acts as a mediator between the weight machine and the user. This device includes sensors that detect exercise parameters, a processing unit that calculates data, and a display unit that presents information, thereby bridging the gap between the mechanical weight machine and the user's need for automated feedback without modifying the core machine structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Adaptability or versatility

If traditional weight devices are used, then the device is simple and inexpensive, but it cannot transmit data wirelessly to mobile devices or cloud for fitness tracking

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewireless data transmission capabilityVSAvoidsystem integration complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent designs the display device with multi-functionality, incorporating weight detection, distance measurement, speed detection, data processing, wireless transmission, and display functions into a single system. This universal device can attach to various weight machines and provide comprehensive fitness tracking capabilities, making it adaptable to different exercise scenarios and compatible with multiple devices including mobile phones and cloud platforms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Measurement precision

If sensors and display components are added to detect and show exercise data, then data tracking capability is improved, but the device structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection accuracy of weight, distance, and speedVSAvoidnumber of components
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the detection functions into separate sensors (weight sensor, distance sensor, speed sensor) that can be independently installed on the weight machine. Each sensor handles a specific measurement task, and the results are processed by a central unit. This segmentation allows for precise measurement of multiple parameters while keeping each component's design simple and modular, facilitating easier manufacturing and maintenance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

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

Enables intuitive and convenient tracking of training data, including weight, distance, and speed, with data being sent to mobile devices or the Cloud for comprehensive fitness analysis and digitization of training processes.

Implementation Method 1

a generator, a PCB, a tension sensor and a rechargeable battery are provided in the outer casing, wherein: The generator is connected with a rechargeable battery through the charging circuit; A rotor of the generator is contacted with the guiding rail, wherein when the outer casing moves, the rotor of the generator is driven to rotate by the guiding rail

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS12115433B2Fitness display device and a fitness weight device
Publication Date: 2024.10.15 NINGBO DAOKANG INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The fitness display apparatus comprises an outer housing provided on guide rails (1) and capable of moving under the limit of the guide rails (1); a display screen (14) is provided on the outer housing, the outer housing is internally provided with a generator (11), a PCB (12), a tension sensor (9) and a rechargeable battery (10), the PCB (12) is provided with a charging circuit and a control chip; the generator (11) is connected to the rechargeable battery (10) by means of the charging circuit; a rotor of the generator (11) is in contact with the guide rails (1), and when the outer housing moves, the rotor of the generator (11) rotates; the rechargeable battery (10) is electrically connected to the PCB (12); the tension sensor (9) and the display screen (14) are respectively electrically connected to the PCB (12); and the tension sensor (9) is provided between an external device and a load bearing rod (3). By providing a display unit, exercise data can be intuitively displayed; obtained data can be sent to a mobile device or a cloud by means of a wireless module, and an exercise process is accurately described in combination with a suitable APP and other software, laying a foundation for datamation of training processes and training effects.