Slotted Squeeze Press Plate for Portable Variable Resistance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing resistance exercise devices are limited in versatility and portability, restricting full-body workouts and failing to effectively target the center line of the upper torso, while being dependent on stationary gym equipment.
Innovation Solution
A lightweight, portable exercise apparatus with a plate structure and center slot for elastic bands, allowing adjustable resistance and targeting multiple muscle groups, including the center chest line, upper chest, lower chest, and other body parts, with optional timing devices and biomechanical sensors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If traditional resistance exercise devices with fixed anchor and handle configurations are used, then exercise stability is improved, but device versatility and portability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by making the anchor point movable rather than fixed. The anchor can be positioned at different locations on the plate and repositioned during use, allowing the same device to adapt to various exercise configurations and body positions, thereby resolving the contradiction between stability and versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements universality by designing a single plate structure that can serve multiple functions: it can be anchored at different positions, used with different body parts, and configured for various exercise types. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for multiple specialized devices while maintaining exercise effectiveness
2Reliability
If stationary gym equipment is used, then exercise effectiveness is improved, but portability and mobility deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the essential functional elements of stationary gym equipment (resistance mechanism, anchor point, handle) and consolidates them into a single lightweight plate structure. By removing unnecessary components and focusing on core functionality, the device achieves gym-effectiveness while being highly portable and lightweight
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional resistance devices are used, then upper body exercise coverage is improved, but center chest line targeting capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by enabling the resistance force to be applied at specific localized points on the plate corresponding to different muscle areas. The anchor and handle configurations can be positioned to target specific regions including the center chest line, allowing precise localized muscle engagement while maintaining overall upper body coverage
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
Enables a full-body workout with variable resistance, targeting specific muscle areas and providing a portable, user-friendly exercise solution comparable to stationary gym equipment.
Implementation Method 1
a resistance band that is connectible to the plate structure through a slot configuration at the center of the plate
Data Source
AI summary
The plate squeeze chest press is a lightweight, portable exercise apparatus that is easily adjustable for a desired performance of exercises by any user, comprising a plate structure with opposable handles for grip control and a resistance band that is connectible to the plate structure through a slot configuration at a center of the plate structure. The slot configuration allows the resistance band to slide easily into the center of the plate structure and remain in position during the desired performance of the exercises. The plate structure may be of any geometrical shape and may be of solid or hollow construction, with the slot configuration sized to hold any desired number of resistance bands. The present invention enables a full-body workout that targets the middle and center chest line, upper chest, lower chest, side of chest, shoulders, rear delts, back, traps, abs, biceps, glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves.