Vertical Jump System With Flexible Cord And Adjustable Fixtures
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional vertical jump training systems are heavy, difficult to move, and pose a risk of injury due to unstable crossbars that can dislodge during use, causing potential harm to athletes.
Innovation Solution
A lightweight vertical jump system featuring adjustable and flexible crossbars stabilized by a first and second member extending from the flooring, with flexible cords held in tension by fixtures to maintain desired heights and prevent collapse.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If traditional heavy vertical standards and crossbars are used, then stability is improved, but portability and ease of movement deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The vertical jump system is divided into separate modular components including vertical standards, crossbar assemblies, and base units that can be independently handled and reconfigured. This segmentation allows the system to be lightweight yet stable when assembled properly.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a horizontal dimension of stability through the spreader bar and triangular configuration of standards, rather than relying solely on vertical weight. The stability is achieved through geometric distribution of forces across multiple contact points with the floor.
2Strength
If rigid crossbars are used, then structural strength is improved, but safety and ease of adjustment deteriorate due to dislodgment risks
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces rigid crossbars with flexible cords that maintain tension between the vertical standards. The flexible cord can absorb impacts and adjust to forces applied during jumping exercises, preventing the dislodgment issues associated with rigid bars while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The crossbar assembly transitions from a static rigid structure to a dynamic flexible system that can adapt to applied forces. The flexible cord and adjustable fixtures allow the system to respond to user interactions without failing, improving safety while maintaining strength.
3Reliability
If adjustable fixtures are added to maintain crossbar height, then reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustable fixtures are designed to automatically maintain crossbar height through self-adjusting mechanisms that respond to forces applied during use. The system self-regulates the crossbar position without requiring complex external control systems or frequent manual intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The flexible cord acts as an intermediary element between the fixtures and the user, absorbing and distributing forces in a way that simplifies the fixture design. The cord's flexibility mediates the interaction between the rigid standards and the dynamic loading conditions.
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 reduces the risk of injury and facilitates easy movement and storage by maintaining the crossbar's height and stability, preventing dislodgment and system collapse during use.
Implementation Method 1
a flexible cord that extends between the first member and the second member at a desired height. The flexible cord is configured to remain at the desired height when contacted.
Data Source
AI summary
A vertical jump system is described herein. The system includes a first member and a second member each having a member base that sits under a flooring, a flexible cord that extends between the first member and the second member at a desired height, fixtures coupled to the flexible cord along the first member and the second member. The flexible cord remains at the desired height when contacted. The fixtures are slidable along the first member and the second member and adjust the height of the flexible cord. This configuration allows a user to easily adjust the height of the vertical jump for training, athletics, and competition, without the cord or system components dislodging and causing injury to the user.