Portable Climbing Training Device Modular Rope System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Climbing enthusiasts face limitations in practicing and training due to the need for professional climbing walls, which require insurance, scheduling, and space, and private installations are costly and lack versatility.
Innovation Solution
A portable climbing training device comprising a main rope, foot supports, and holding units with grips, allowing attachment to any vertical space, with adjustable connections using a cordelette and fasteners for versatile exercise options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a professional climbing wall is used, then climbing training is available with insurance and scheduling, but space requirements and cost are high
Solution Approach 1:
The climbing wall is divided into modular components including a vertical support structure, multiple independent holding units with grips, and adjustable foot supports. These segmented elements can be assembled and disassembled, allowing the climbing system to be installed in limited spaces while maintaining full climbing functionality and safety standards.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from a traditional two-dimensional wall surface to a three-dimensional portable structure that can be configured in various orientations and positions. The vertical support structure can be positioned in different locations and orientations, enabling climbing training in spaces where a traditional wall would not fit.
2Productivity
If a private climbing wall is installed at home, then good availability is obtained, but large investment and space are required
Solution Approach 1:
The climbing system is divided into separate modular components that can be independently assembled and disassembled. The holding units with grips, foot supports, and vertical structure can be configured in different arrangements, providing versatile climbing opportunities without requiring a large fixed investment in a permanent installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable nature of the invention allows it to be dynamically assembled and disassembled based on usage needs. The adjustable components enable the system to adapt to different climbing styles and exercise requirements, providing high availability and versatility while minimizing the permanent space and investment required.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a portable device is used, then space efficiency and versatility are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The climbing device is divided into simple, standardized modular components including holding units with grips, foot supports, and a vertical support structure. Each component is designed with standardized connection mechanisms, allowing them to be easily assembled and disassembled without complex tools or procedures, thus maintaining simplicity while achieving versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular components are designed with universal connection interfaces that allow the same parts to be used in multiple configurations and for different climbing exercises. The holding units can be positioned at various heights and angles, and the foot supports can be adjusted, enabling a single portable device to provide multiple climbing scenarios without requiring complex specialized components for each function.
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AI summary
A portable device for climbing training which can be attached to any suitable vertical space to practice climbing exercises such as those which can be performed on a climbing wall or on a fixed installation. The portable device for climbing training comprises a set of a plurality of elements, such as at least one main rope, two foot supports, and a plurality of holding units with grips for the hands, the main rope being able to be tied to a support or an elevated point, and the holding units and the foot supports being able to be tied at different heights on the main rope.