Modular Exercise Base for Automatic Device Identification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing exercise systems require multiple devices for different muscle groups, occupying significant space and necessitate manual configuration of training settings, reducing training efficiency and complicating data analysis.
Innovation Solution
A modular exercise system with a base that includes a resistance apparatus and sensors to automatically identify and adjust settings for interchangeable exercise devices, eliminating the need for multiple devices and manual configuration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple standalone exercise devices are used to target different muscle groups, then exercise versatility is improved, but space occupation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base is designed with a universal attachment means that can receive and connect multiple types of interchangeable exercise devices (cycling, rowing, grinding devices). The single base unit serves multiple functions by accommodating different exercise devices, thereby providing exercise versatility while occupying minimal space compared to multiple standalone devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The exercise system is segmented into a permanent base unit and interchangeable exercise device components. This segmentation allows the user to keep one base and swap between different exercise devices (cycling device, rowing device, grinding device) to target different muscle groups, achieving versatility without needing multiple complete exercise systems.
2Ease of operation
If manual configuration of training settings is performed for each device, then training customization is improved, but training time decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates sensors that automatically detect which interchangeable exercise device is connected to the base. The sensor communicates with a processor that automatically configures the appropriate training settings and parameters for the detected device type. This self-service automation eliminates the need for manual configuration, maintaining training customization while preventing time loss during device transitions.
Solution Approach 2:
The sensor provides feedback about the connected exercise device type to the control system. Based on this feedback, the system automatically adjusts training parameters and settings appropriate for the specific device being used, enabling seamless transitions between different exercise devices without manual intervention.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different standalone exercise devices are used, then exercise variety is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of having multiple complete standalone exercise devices each with their own control systems and components, the invention uses a single universal base with an attachment means that can accommodate various exercise devices. This universal design simplifies the overall system complexity while maintaining exercise variety through device interchangeability.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a base for a modular exercise system comprising: a ground element for locating the base on a surface; a resistance apparatus mounted on the ground element; an attachment means for receiving and connecting an interchangeable exercise device to the base; and at least one first sensor which is operative to detect and identify the interchangeable exercise device when connected to the base and to communicate with a processor when the resistance apparatus is engaged with a drive mechanism on the interchangeable exercise device.