Rotating Exercise Targets With Adjustable Resistance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current training devices lack a versatile structure that can simulate an interactive sparring partner with high impact absorption while ensuring user safety, particularly in boxing and martial arts training, as they often result in injuries due to the heavy and dense nature of existing equipment.
Innovation Solution
An exercise assembly with an elongated support shaft and adjustable targets, including rotating targets with weighted and cushioned arms, and a resistance assembly that allows for continuous or restricted rotation, providing a dynamic training experience that mimics the unpredictability of a real sparring partner while protecting the user from injury.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a heavy and dense punching bag is used for training, then impact absorption capability is improved, but user safety deteriorates due to risk of wrist and ankle injuries
Solution Approach 1:
The training device is divided into multiple separate targets (punching balls, kicking balls, boxing gloves) that are distributed along a vertical shaft, rather than using a single heavy bag. Each target is lightweight and can be independently struck, providing impact absorption while eliminating the injury risks associated with heavy dense bags.
Solution Approach 2:
The density and weight parameters of the training targets are fundamentally changed from heavy and dense (traditional punching bags) to lightweight and less dense (punching balls, kicking balls, boxing gloves). This parameter change maintains impact absorption capability while dramatically improving user safety by eliminating the harmful effects of excessive weight and density.
2Device complexity
If a stationary training product is used, then structural simplicity is improved, but training versatility deteriorates as it cannot simulate interactive sparring
Solution Approach 1:
The training device transitions from a completely stationary structure to a dynamic system where targets can rotate along the vertical shaft when struck. This rotational movement simulates the unpredictable motion of a real sparring partner while maintaining relatively simple structural components (shaft, bearings, resilient means).
Solution Approach 2:
The device incorporates multiple types of targets (punching balls for hand strikes, kicking balls for leg strikes, boxing gloves for various strikes) that can be positioned at different heights on the shaft. This multi-functionality allows the same basic structure to support diverse training activities, greatly enhancing training versatility without proportionally increasing structural complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a target is made to rotate on contact to simulate sparring partner, then training versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functional elements into integrated components: the resilient means (springs or elastomeric materials) are built into the targets themselves rather than being separate mechanisms; the rotational capability is achieved through simple bearing assemblies integrated with the shaft; the weighting system is incorporated directly into the target structure. This merging reduces overall device complexity while maintaining training versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The targets are equipped with internal resilient means (springs or elastomeric materials) that automatically provide the restoring force needed for rotation and return to position. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for complex external actuation systems, motors, or control mechanisms, achieving rotational functionality with minimal added complexity.
4Adaptability or versatility
If multiple targets are adjustably mounted on a shaft, then training versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent provides for adjustable mounting of targets at different heights on the shaft, allowing customization for different users and training scenarios. However, the adjustment mechanism is relatively simple (likely involving basic clamps or positioning slots), providing sufficient versatility without implementing overly complex adjustable systems. This partial action approach achieves adequate adaptability while controlling device complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The exercise assembly enhances user dexterity and safety by allowing for continuous and controlled target rotation, offering a challenging workout while minimizing the risk of injury through its cushioned and adjustable design, thus addressing the need for a versatile and safe training device.
Implementation Method 1
each of the one or more rotating targets includes a weighted elongated arm and a resilient means disposed in interconnecting relation between the elongated arm and the shaft
Implementation Method 2
a target can rotate on contact back to the individual, which simulates the unpredictable nature of a real-life sparring partner
Implementation Method 3
the safety portion is preferably made of a cushioning material. Such cushioning material may be in the form of a flexible material foam or the like
Data Source
AI summary
An improved exercise assembly structured to be struck by a user includes a base supporting a shaft on a supporting surface. A support shaft extends outwardly from the supporting surface. At least one rotating targets is connected to the support shaft and extends outwardly. A resistance assembly is adjustably mounted on the shaft into and out of a position relative to a path of travel of at least one rotating target. The position includes the resistance assembly in engagement with at least one rotating target. The rotating target includes an elongated arm including a predetermined weighted construction and a safety portion thereon.