Overhead Exercise Mount Using Standard Rack Connectors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing exercise equipment lacks the ability to be rigidly fixed to overhead structures using industry-standard rack components, limiting the attachment of regular exercise attachments typically found in standing weight racks.
Innovation Solution
A suspended mounting and exercise apparatus constructed from industry-standard rack components, such as 4-sided bars, connected via connectors like Y-, T-, V-, and X-connectors, allowing secure attachment to overhead structures and adjustable suspension cables/rods/links for customizable forms and exercise attachments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional standing weight racks are used, then exercise attachments can be securely attached, but the equipment cannot be suspended from overhead structures and requires floor space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions the mounting system from a floor-based vertical structure to an overhead suspended structure, utilizing the vertical dimension differently by anchoring to ceiling structures rather than occupying floor space. This dimensional reconfiguration enables space-saving installations while maintaining attachment capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The form constructed from industry-standard rack components serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for exercise attachments, enables overhead mounting, and maintains compatibility with standard exercise equipment interfaces. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by making a single structure adaptable to various mounting and exercise needs.
2Adaptability or versatility
If industry-standard rack components are used to construct the form, then compatibility with regular exercise attachments is achieved, but the structural integrity for overhead suspension may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The form is constructed from segmented industry-standard rack components (such as 4-sided bars with holes) that can be individually selected and configured. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for both compatibility with attachments and contribution to overall structural strength, while maintaining standard interfaces for exercise equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs composite construction using multiple rack components connected together to form a rigid structure. By combining standard components in specific configurations and using appropriate connectors (Y-, T-, V-, X-connectors), the system achieves both attachment compatibility and sufficient structural strength for overhead suspension.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple connectors are used to assemble the form, then customizable configurations are achieved, but the assembly complexity and time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs dynamic, adjustable connectors (Y-, T-, V-, X-connectors) that allow the form configuration to be modified based on specific exercise needs. These connectors enable easy reconfiguration while maintaining structural integrity, balancing customization flexibility with assembly simplicity through standardized connection mechanisms.
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AI summary
A suspended mounting and exercise apparatus suspended from an overhead structure, comprising: a form; and at least one anchoring point comprising a plurality of stalls affixed to the form, wherein the form is affixed to the overhead structure via the at least one anchoring point.