Folding Exercise Rack Wall-Mounted Space Saving
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional exercise equipment, such as exercise racks, occupy significant space and pose safety hazards when not in use, as they can create clutter and obstruct valuable space in homes.
Innovation Solution
A folding exercise rack system that is adjustable with respect to a wall and can be collapsed or folded into a compact position, utilizing inner and outer support members connected by arms that pivot and slide to allow for easy storage, and is secured to the wall using brackets or scissor connectors for optimal space utilization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If exercise rack is installed in extended position for use, then exercise functionality is provided, but space consumption increases and safety hazards occur
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise rack employs a dynamic folding mechanism that allows the outer support members to pivot between extended and retracted positions relative to the inner support members. This dynamic configuration enables the rack to transition from a stable extended state during exercise use to a compact retracted state for space-saving storage, directly resolving the contradiction between functionality and space consumption
Solution Approach 2:
The exercise rack is divided into segmented components including inner support members, outer support members, and connecting arms that can move independently. This segmentation allows the outer support members to be folded inward toward the wall while the inner support members remain stationary, enabling space reduction without compromising the overall structural integrity when extended
2Adaptability or versatility
If exercise rack is installed in extended position for use, then exercise functionality is provided, but safety hazards increase due to clutter and obstruction
Solution Approach 1:
The dynamic folding capability allows the exercise rack to be retracted into a compact configuration that minimizes obstruction and clutter in the surrounding area. When not in use, the outer support members fold inward, eliminating tripping hazards and improving safety for children and pets, while maintaining full functionality when extended for exercise
3Area of stationary object
If exercise rack is folded into compact position for storage, then space utilization improves, but structural stability must be maintained
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise rack employs a nested configuration where the outer support members fold inward and nest against the inner support members when retracted. This nesting arrangement minimizes the overall footprint and maximizes space utilization while maintaining structural integrity through the interconnected arm mechanisms that preserve rigidity during folding and unfolding operations
Data Source
AI summary
A folding exercise rack system which may be both adjusted with respect to a wall and adjusted between a folded position for storage and an extended position for use. The folding exercise rack system generally includes an exercise rack that is both adjustable with respect to the wall and foldable between extended and retracted positions. The exercise rack generally includes a pair of inner support members which are adjustably connected to the wall, and a pair of outer support members which are adjustable between an extended position and a retracted (e.g., folded) position. In the extended position, the outer support members are distally spaced away from the inner support members and wall. In the retracted position, the outer support members are positioned adjacent to the wall.