Life Fitness, LLC (20240335698). SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING A STIFFNESS OF FITNESS MACHINES simplified abstract
Contents
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING A STIFFNESS OF FITNESS MACHINES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Peter Kanakaris of Arlington Heights IL (US)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING A STIFFNESS OF FITNESS MACHINES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240335698 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING A STIFFNESS OF FITNESS MACHINES
The patent application describes a system for adjusting the stiffness of a fitness machine operated by a user, where the machine has a base and a mobile portion that moves relative to the base. The system includes a resilient body that resists movement of the mobile portion towards the base in a height direction, with an actuator to adjust the maximum length to which the resilient body may extend. The resistance provided by the resilient body remains unaffected by the actuator when the length is less than the set maximum.
- The system allows for adjusting the stiffness of a fitness machine during operation.
- A resilient body resists movement of the mobile portion towards the base.
- An actuator can adjust the maximum length to which the resilient body may extend.
- The resistance provided by the resilient body is consistent regardless of the actuator's operation.
- The system ensures a controlled and customizable workout experience for the user.
Potential Applications: - Gym equipment manufacturing - Physical therapy devices - Rehabilitation machines
Problems Solved: - Allows for personalized workout intensity - Ensures consistent resistance during exercise - Enhances user experience and performance
Benefits: - Customizable workout settings - Improved fitness results - Enhanced user comfort and safety
Commercial Applications: Title: "Adaptive Stiffness System for Fitness Machines" This technology can be utilized in gym equipment, physical therapy devices, and rehabilitation machines to provide users with a tailored and effective workout experience. The system's ability to adjust stiffness in real-time offers a competitive advantage in the fitness equipment market.
Questions about Adaptive Stiffness System for Fitness Machines: 1. How does the system enhance user experience during workouts? The system allows users to customize the stiffness of the fitness machine, providing a tailored workout experience that can lead to improved fitness results. 2. What are the potential applications of this technology beyond fitness machines? This technology can also be applied to physical therapy devices and rehabilitation machines to assist patients in their recovery process.
Original Abstract Submitted
a system for adjusting a stiffness of a fitness machine operable by a user, the fitness machine having a base and a mobile portion that moves relative to the base during operation of the fitness machine. a resilient body resists movement of the mobile portion towards the base in a height direction. the resilient body has a length defined in a length direction that is perpendicular to the height direction. the length of the resilient body increases when the mobile portion moves towards the base. an actuator is operable to adjust a set maximum for which the length of the resilient body may extend during operation of the fitness machine. a resistance provided by the resilient body to resist movement of the mobile portion towards the base is unaffected by operation of the actuator when the length of the resilient body is less than the set maximum.
