Adjustable Jump Training Device with Telescoping Support

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing vertical jump training devices are limited by their lack of adjustability, stability, and versatility, failing to provide comprehensive data on grip strength and coordination, and often not being suitable for athletes of different heights and skill levels.

Innovation Solution

A jump training device with a base and a vertically extending structure that includes telescoping sections, a flexible hanger, and object retainers, allowing for adjustable height settings, secure object placement, and versatile use across various sports and training scenarios.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional jump mats or wall markers are used, then the device is simple and easy to manufacture, but it fails to provide comprehensive data on grip strength and coordination, and does not offer scalable resistance or height adjustments

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustability for different heights and skill levelsVSAvoidstructure complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The vertical support structure is divided into multiple telescoping sections that can be independently adjusted to different heights. Each section can be extended or retracted to accommodate athletes of various heights and skill levels, providing customizable training configurations without requiring multiple separate devices.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The device incorporates movable and adjustable components including telescoping vertical sections, adjustable base positions, and movable object retainers. These dynamic elements allow the device to adapt to different training requirements and athlete specifications, transforming a static structure into a versatile, reconfigurable training system.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If adjustable height devices are provided, then adaptability improves, but stability and reliability decrease

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveheight adjustment capabilityVSAvoidstability during jumping

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The telescoping sections are equipped with locking mechanisms that secure each section at the desired height before training begins. The base position is predetermined and fixed on the training surface, ensuring stability is established in advance rather than during the jumping action, preventing movement or tipping during athletic use.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The device incorporates a weighted base with a broader footprint that provides a stable foundation. The base design includes curved or rounded edges that distribute force evenly during landing, and the overall structure uses a wider base-to-height ratio to lower the center of gravity, enhancing stability during dynamic jumping movements.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #14Spheroidality (Curvature)

3Measurement precision

If objects are held at specific heights without secure retainers, then the device is simpler, but measurement accuracy decreases and injury risk increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvejump height measurement accuracyVSAvoidobject retainer mechanism

Core Design Contradiction:

Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The object retainer uses a standardized interface system with complementary gripping surfaces that positively engage with the training object. This copying mechanism ensures consistent, repeatable positioning of the object at the marked height, allowing accurate measurement of jump performance while preventing object slippage or unexpected movement during the exercise.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #26Copying

4Adaptability or versatility

If devices are designed for specific sports, then they provide specialized training capability, but versatility across different sports decreases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemulti-sport applicabilityVSAvoiddesign complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The device is designed with universal components that can accommodate multiple sports training needs. The vertical support structure, base, and object retainers are configured to work with various types of training objects used in different sports. The adjustable height and position capabilities allow the same device to serve basketball, volleyball, tennis, and other vertical jumping sports without requiring sport-specific modifications.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS20250186850A1Jump Training Device

Publication Date: 2025.06.12 JUMP BALL LLC

AI summary

The invention pertains to a jump training device designed to evaluate and enhance an athlete's vertical jumping capability. The device comprises a base with a front and rear, a vertical extension removably affixed to the base, a top section, a flexible hanger, an extension fastener, and an object fastener. The vertical extension includes a first, second, and third vertical section, with the second and third sections telescopically extending in the direction of the first section's axis. The flexible hanger, can extends down from the top section and is affixed to the extension fastener. The object fastener is configured to detachably couple an object to the extension fastener, which can be a magnet or a portion of a hook and loop fastener. The base can be set on a floor, and the vertical extension is marked to indicate the total height of the extension fastener.