Multi-Functional Exercise Machine with Adjustable Weight Bar
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional exercise machine systems require multiple machines for various exercises, making them time-consuming and inefficient in terms of space usage.
Innovation Solution
A multi-functional exercise machine system that integrates features for performing multiple exercises such as hyper extension, T-bar rows, barbell rows, dumbbell rows, and seal rows on a single machine, utilizing a frame with adjustable components like weight attachment bars, body supports, and cable systems for varied resistance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate exercise machines are used for different exercises, then exercise variety and functionality are improved, but time consumption and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise machine is designed with a universal frame structure that can perform multiple exercises including hyperextensions, T-bar rows, barbell rows, dumbbell rows, and seal rows. The machine integrates various exercise functions into a single device, allowing users to complete different exercises without switching between multiple machines, thereby reducing time consumption while maintaining exercise variety
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate exercise machines are used for different exercises, then exercise variety and functionality are improved, but space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The exercise machine consolidates multiple exercise functions into a single compact unit. By integrating hyperextension, rowing, and other exercise capabilities into one machine with shared structural components, the design significantly reduces the total space required compared to having separate machines for each exercise type
Solution Approach 2:
The machine merges multiple exercise mechanisms into a unified structure. The frame, support elements, and resistance systems are combined to serve multiple exercise purposes simultaneously, eliminating the need for multiple separate equipment pieces and optimizing space utilization
3Productivity
If a single multi-functional exercise machine is used, then time consumption and space requirements are reduced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The multi-functional exercise machine is divided into modular segments including a frame, body support, weight attachment bar, and cable system. Each module can be independently configured for different exercises, allowing the complex functionality to be managed through standardized, interchangeable components rather than a monolithic complex structure
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AI summary
An exercise machine system that allows for completion of a plurality of exercises on one machine is disclosed. The exercise machine system includes a frame having a front bar and a base with a first cross bar extending therebetween; a weight attachment bar pivotally attached to the first cross bar via a pivot joint secured to the first cross bar, the weight attachment bar extending to a weight end; a triangular frame extending from the front bar; a second cross bar extending from the base and coupled to the triangular frame; a body support positioned above the triangular frame, the body support having one or more pads to allow for supporting a person thereon, the body support having one or more bars configured to removably couple to the body support; a leg support secured directly to the body support, the leg support having one or more pads; a cable having a first end and an opposing end; a first pulley secured directly to the leg support via first anchor; and a second pulley secured directly to the weight attachment bar via a second anchor.