Segmented Arcuate Training Device for Varied Grip Angles

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional training devices, such as convex arc horizontal bars, limit the range of exercises for muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints due to fixed gripping angles, restricting the variety of muscle groups that can be trained and the angles at which exercises are performed.

Innovation Solution

A training device comprising a rigid arcuate element with rectilinear segments connected at different angles, allowing palms to be placed horizontally, vertically, or at angles across the device's width and height, incorporating various suspending means for enhanced exercise diversity.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a convex arc horizontal bar is used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the range of exercises is limited due to fixed gripping angles

Engineering Contradiction:

Improverange of exercisesVSAvoiddevice structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The arcuate element is divided into multiple rectilinear segments (at least four) connected at different angles, creating distinct gripping zones with different palm orientations (horizontal, vertical, and oblique angles). This segmentation allows users to perform exercises at multiple angles without requiring multiple separate devices.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The rectilinear segments are connected at asymmetric angles relative to the conditional line connecting the free ends, creating varied gripping angles throughout the structure. This asymmetric arrangement enables training of muscle groups at different angles, expanding exercise versatility while maintaining a single integrated device.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #4Asymmetry

2Adaptability or versatility

If gripping angles are fixed on a conventional horizontal bar, then the device structure remains simple, but the variety of muscle groups that can be trained is restricted

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemuscle group training varietyVSAvoidarcuate element structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Different rectilinear segments are positioned to provide specific local gripping qualities - some segments offer horizontal gripping surfaces, others provide vertical surfaces, and others provide oblique angles. Each local segment is optimized for specific muscle group training, allowing comprehensive muscle development across the device.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #3Local quality

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple suspending means are added to the device, then exercise diversity is enhanced, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveexercise diversityVSAvoidsuspending means structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The arcuate element is designed with multiple integrated suspending means (first means at the central portion and second means at the free ends) that serve multiple functions - allowing the device to be suspended at different locations for different exercise types. This multi-functionality enables diverse exercise possibilities while consolidating what could be separate devices into one unified structure.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS11801411B2Training device

Publication Date: 2023.10.31 HOLOVKO OLEKSII

AI summary

The training device is made in the form of a rigid arcuate element that has a central portion and two side portions ending in free ends. The arcuate element comprises rectilinear segments connected to each other at different angles, and it contains at least four rectilinear segments on the side portions thereof.