Segmented Elastomeric Rings for Adjustable Resistance Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current resistance band exercise equipment lacks the capability to provide a range of resistance levels suitable for both beginners and more advanced individuals, limiting its effectiveness in offering diverse exercise routines.
Innovation Solution
A power flex ring system comprising a chain of semi-rigid elastomeric rings with varying tensile strengths and colors, interconnected to form a ring chain, allowing users to adjust resistance levels by connecting the handle to different rings and securing the chain to a fixed structure, facilitating progressive resistance exercises.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single resistance band is used, then the device is simple and low cost, but it cannot provide a range of resistance levels for different fitness levels
Solution Approach 1:
The resistance band is segmented into multiple detachable bands with different resistance levels. Users can select and combine different bands based on their fitness level and exercise requirements, transforming a single fixed-resistance band into a multi-resistance system without requiring a completely new device design
Solution Approach 2:
The resistance band system is designed with universal connectors and attachment points that work across all band variations. The same basic structure and connection mechanism accommodate multiple resistance levels and different exercise configurations, allowing one system to serve multiple fitness levels and exercise types
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple resistance bands with different strengths are provided, then various exercise routines for different fitness levels are enabled, but the device complexity and number of components increase
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple resistance bands are merged into a single integrated system through common connectors, storage loops, and attachment mechanisms. The bands are designed to be used individually or combined in series/parallel configurations, reducing the need for separate storage and handling of multiple independent devices
Solution Approach 2:
The resistance bands are designed with nested storage capabilities where smaller bands can be stored within larger bands or within dedicated storage loops attached to the system. This nesting arrangement minimizes the space required to store multiple bands and keeps the system organized without requiring separate storage containers for each band
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 system provides a versatile and adjustable resistance training experience, enabling users to perform various exercises with increasing resistance as the rings deform, accommodating different fitness levels and promoting a broader range of exercises not available with conventional resistance bands.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of rings of semi-rigid elastomeric material, each ring having an initial shape... facilitate an exercise motion by a user exerting a force via the handle to deform the plurality of rings from their initial shapes
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AI summary
A power flex ring system having a plurality of rings of semi-rigid elastomeric material, each ring having an initial shape, the plurality of rings interconnected to form a ring chain. A user handle is adapted for connection to a selected one of the rings to form a first chain end. A securement mechanism is adapted to connect to a selected one of the remaining rings to form a second chain end and to secure the second chain end to a fixed structure, wherein the handle, the chain and the securement mechanism are structurally configured to facilitate an exercise motion by a user exerting a force via the handle to deform the plurality of rings from their initial shapes. Each of the plurality of rings has a selected tensile strength and a different color indicating the tensile strength of the rings.