Inclined Sand Training Apparatus with Composite Steps

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing training systems do not provide a sand-filled dune-like structure with an inclined front surface, sand-filled steps, a grassy rear surface, and a walkway, which are essential for a low-impact training environment with nighttime usability and additional amenities.

Innovation Solution

A sand-filled training apparatus featuring a front, inclined surface with sand-filled steps and a rear, grass-covered surface, a walkway traversing the ridge between them, and equipped with lights and various amenities like a pool, cycle hut, and showers, with concrete risers and rubber edges back-filled with sand for a low-impact workout experience.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional training surfaces (flat ground, traditional tracks) are used, then construction simplicity is maintained, but training variety and user engagement are limited

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetraining varietyVSAvoidstructure complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The training facility is divided into distinct functional zones: sand-filled dune area with steps, grassy incline, and walkway sections. Each zone provides different training stimuli while maintaining overall system manageability and construction feasibility

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The multi-surface facility serves multiple training purposes simultaneously: sand dunes for resistance training and balance, grassy inclines for cardiovascular work, and walkways for recovery or varied terrain training, eliminating the need for multiple separate facilities

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Object-affected harmful factors

If sand-filled steps with rubber edges and concrete risers are implemented, then low-impact training is achieved, but construction complexity and material requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveimpact reductionVSAvoidconstruction simplicity

Core Design Contradiction:

Object-affected harmful factorsVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The steps utilize a composite construction combining concrete risers for structural integrity, rubber edges for shock absorption and safety, and sand filling for progressive resistance training, achieving low-impact benefits while maintaining construction feasibility through established material combinations

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

3Duration of action of moving object

If nighttime training capability is added with lights, then usability duration is extended, but energy consumption and operational costs increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetraining durationVSAvoidenergy consumption

Core Design Contradiction:

Duration of action of moving objectVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

Lighting systems are implemented to provide periodic illumination during nighttime training sessions, enabling extended usability while managing energy consumption through controlled operation periods and potential energy-efficient lighting technologies

Inventive Principle:

Principle #19Periodic action

Data Source

PatentUS8636626B2Inclined sand training apparatus

Publication Date: 2014.01.28 DIAZ DIEDRICK

AI summary

The inclined sand training apparatus includes a front, inclined surface that is sand-filled and lined with sand-filled steps. A walkway traverses across a ridge formed between the front, inclined surface and a rear, inclined surface that is covered in grass. The training apparatus is designed to resemble a sand dune and provide training and workout experiences that includes sand-filled steps, walkway, and a rear, inclined surface covered in grass. The sand-filled steps consist of a concrete riser capped off with a rubber edge that are both back-filled with sand. Lights and other accessories provide a gym-like environment to aid in the training and workout, and further comprise a pool, cycle hut, showers, seating, bathrooms, first aid, and storage.