Functional Fitness Frame Layout for Multi-Element Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fitness systems require multiple frame elements for different functional fitness elements, leading to increased manufacturing costs, complex stocking, and a disjointed visual impression when assembled.
Innovation Solution
A fitness system featuring a standard frame element that supports multiple functional fitness elements, reducing the need for multiple frame types and allowing for a unified visual impression.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple frame elements are used for different functional fitness elements, then each functional element can be properly supported, but manufacturing costs increase and stocking complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a single standardized frame element that can support multiple different functional fitness elements. The frame element includes standardized connection features (connection pieces, mounting holes, attachment points) that allow various functional elements to be mounted on the same frame structure, eliminating the need for different frame types for different functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies segmentation by separating the frame element from the functional fitness elements. The frame serves as a modular support structure with standardized connection interfaces, while functional elements can be independently designed, manufactured, and attached. This allows the support function to be standardized while maintaining versatility.
2Reliability
If multiple frame elements are used for different functional fitness elements, then each functional element can be properly supported, but visual impression becomes disjointed
Solution Approach 1:
The standardized frame element provides a consistent visual appearance across all fitness stations while maintaining the ability to support different functional elements. The uniform design of connection pieces, beams, and support structures creates a cohesive visual impression throughout the fitness system.
3Productivity
If multiple frame assemblies are purchased to increase user capacity, then more users can be served, but cost and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The standardized frame element allows multiple functional elements to be mounted on a single frame assembly, increasing the number of users that can utilize one frame without requiring additional frame assemblies. The frame can accommodate multiple connection points for different functional elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes vertical space and three-dimensional arrangement by mounting multiple functional elements at different heights and positions on the frame structure. This allows multiple users to exercise simultaneously on a single frame assembly by utilizing different spatial zones.
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AI summary
A suspension training based functional fitness element (11, 31) comprising: an essentially planar element (22) having an upper edge, a lower edge and two side edges, said planar element (22) being designed to form a pivotable connection to a support element (32) along said upper edge of the planar element (22), a first elongated element (23, 32, 52) connected to said planar element (22) at a first connection point at said lower edge of the planar element (22), a second elongated element (23, 32, 52) connected to said planar element (22) at a second connection point at said lower edge of the planar element (22), and a first and second handle (24), said first and second handle (24) being connected to said first and second elongated elements (23) respectively, whereby that said first and second connection points are arranged such that there is a horizontal offset between the first and second connection points and such that there is a vertical offset between the first connection point and the pivotable connection and a vertical offset between the second connection point and the pivotable connection.