Multi-Function Exercise Device with Triangular Plates
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing exercise devices are typically designed for single-purpose use, are bulky, and lack portability, failing to provide a versatile, ergonomic, and cost-effective solution that combines the functionality of kettlebells, dumbbells, medicine balls, and push-up stands.
Innovation Solution
A portable exercise device featuring two curved regular convex triangular load bearing plates with peripheral and inner handles, allowing for balanced weight distribution and multiple grip options, along with a fitness system for data collection and wireless communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate exercise devices (dumbbell, kettlebell, medicine ball, push-up stand) are used to provide versatile exercise functionality, then exercise versatility is improved, but device complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines four separate exercise devices (dumbbell, kettlebell, medicine ball, and push-up stand) into a single integrated device. The unified structure features a central weight body with multiple handle configurations and a flat base, allowing users to perform exercises from all four device types using one piece of equipment, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining exercise versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The exercise device is designed with universal functionality to perform multiple exercise types. The central weight body can be gripped in various ways (single-hand, two-hand, overhead) and the flat base enables push-up exercises, making the single device applicable for dumbbell exercises, kettlebell exercises, medicine ball exercises, and push-up exercises simultaneously.
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional exercise devices are designed for single-purpose use, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but adaptability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The device segments different exercise functions into distinct usage modes rather than requiring separate devices. The central weight body is designed with specific geometric features (flat base, handle openings, gripping surfaces) that can be utilized in different configurations for various exercise types, allowing simple manufacturing of a unified structure that serves multiple purposes.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal exercise device where a single structurally simple design supports multiple exercise functions. The central weight body with its flat base and various handle configurations can be used for dumbbell exercises, kettlebell exercises, medicine ball exercises, and push-up exercises, achieving versatility without complicating the manufacturing process.
3Ease of operation
If kettlebell-style offset weight design is used, then exercise realism and core engagement are improved, but balance and control during isolation movements deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The device incorporates asymmetric handle configurations around the central weight body, with handles positioned at different locations and orientations. This asymmetric design allows the weight to be offset during certain exercises (engaging core muscles) while providing balanced grip options for other exercises requiring stability, thus resolving the contradiction between core engagement and weight balance.
Solution Approach 2:
The device transitions from a static balanced design to a dynamic system where the center of gravity can be strategically positioned. The central weight body with multiple grip points allows users to adjust their grip and body position to shift the effective center of gravity, enabling core engagement during ballistic movements while maintaining control during isolation exercises.
4Reliability
If dumbbell-style balanced weight design is used, then control during isolation movements is improved, but core engagement and exercise realism deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The device incorporates asymmetric handle configurations around the central weight body, with handles positioned at different locations and orientations. This asymmetric design allows the weight to be offset during certain exercises (engaging core muscles) while providing balanced grip options for other exercises requiring stability, thus resolving the contradiction between core engagement and weight balance.
Solution Approach 2:
The device transitions from a static balanced design to a dynamic system where the center of gravity can be strategically positioned. The central weight body with multiple grip points allows users to adjust their grip and body position to shift the effective center of gravity, enabling core engagement during ballistic movements while maintaining control during isolation exercises.
5Adaptability or versatility
If medicine ball-style spherical design is used, then multiple exercise areas coverage is improved, but precision and stability during resistance training deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The device uses a central weight body with curved surfaces and a flat base, combining spherical elements with stable geometric features. The curved surfaces enable rolling and throwing exercises (medicine ball functions) while the flat base provides stability for resistance training, resolving the contradiction between versatility and precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The device applies different surface qualities to different regions: curved surfaces on the upper portions for rolling and throwing exercises, and a flat base for stable resistance training. This local differentiation of surface properties allows the single device to provide both medicine ball-style versatility and dumbbell-style precision where needed.
6Adaptability or versatility
If push-up bar-style flat base design is used, then push-up exercise functionality is improved, but portability and handheld exercise capability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The device merges the push-up bar functionality with handheld exercise capabilities in a single integrated structure. The flat base enables push-up exercises when placed on the floor, while the central weight body with handle openings allows the same device to be picked up and used for dumbbell and kettlebell exercises, maintaining portability despite the flat base design.
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AI summary
The present disclosure generally relates to an exercise device comprising two load bearing plates. Each of the bearing plates having a regular convex polygon face with a centre region and a peripheral region. A plurality of peripheral handles, with each of said peripheral handles connecting to the peripheral region of the load bearing plates. An inner handle connecting to the centre region of the load bearing plates such that each of the peripheral handle and the inner handle has a longitudinal axis that is parallel to one another.