Confined Hydraulic Or Pneumatic Chamber Patents (Class 482/112)
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Patent number: 9968817Abstract: The Unibody Fitness System allows an individual to receive the highly desirable low impact resistance of working out in a pool without actually being in water. With the Unibody Fitness System, the user can perform a complete workout regiment to build muscles without the use of weights or water as the system uses fluid to create resistance during cardiovascular workout, aerobics, walking, jogging or doing menial tasks. By attaching the Unibody Fitness System device to the body's joints and flex points, such as the elbow and knee, resistance is produce for the muscles in that region of the body every time the user bends or extends the arm or leg which the device is worn.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2014Date of Patent: May 15, 2018Inventor: Freeman D. Fields, I
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Patent number: 9907996Abstract: An exercise apparatus may provide a novel linkage assembly suitable for linking circular motion to relatively more complex, generally elliptical motion. Left and right rocker links may be rotatably mounted on a frame rotatable about a first axis. Left and right rocker linkages may be mounted on the frame rotatable about a second axis. Left and right force receiving members may be movably connected between respective rocker links and rocker linkages in such a manner that the force receiving members move through paths of motion which are fixed, adjustable or variable.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2016Date of Patent: March 6, 2018Inventor: Joseph D Maresh
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Patent number: 9895570Abstract: In general, an exercise device includes a handle having a first end and a second end. A curved member is coupled to the first end of the handle. A movable member is coupled to the curved member, with the movable member configured to travel along a length of the curved member, where the movable member has a first portion and a second portion, and the second portion is configured to move relative to the first portion. An elongate member has a first end and a second end, and the first end of the elongate member is coupled to the second portion of the movable member. A weight is coupled to the second end of the elongate member.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2015Date of Patent: February 20, 2018Assignee: RECOVERY SCIENCE, LLPInventor: Shalin N. Shah
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Patent number: 9873010Abstract: An end range of motion improving device is disclosed including, first and second link members to independently rotate an upper leg and a lower leg of a patient, having a controller to selectively rotate the link members, and a networked computing system to facilitate communication between the controller and other networked devices.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2017Date of Patent: January 23, 2018Inventors: Eduardo M. Marti, Robert T. Kaiser
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Patent number: 9873011Abstract: This disclosure relates to a health machine including: a main body constructed with a bench frame, leg frame and hammer frame; a bench installed on the bench frame; a leg extension weight training part and an arm curl weight training part installed on the leg frame; a hammer bench weight training part installed on the hammer frame; an intensity adjustment rod connected to the bench frame; an intensity adjustment band movably fixed to the intensity adjustment rod; a hydraulic cylinder connected to the bench frame and to the intensity adjustment band; a leg bar connected to the intensity adjustment rod and to the leg extension weight training part; an elastic member fixed to the bench frame and to the leg extension weight training part; an intensity adjustment band movably fixed to the intensity adjustment rod; and a hydraulic cylinder connected to the hammer frame and to the intensity adjustment band.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2017Date of Patent: January 23, 2018Assignee: Hal-In-Jum-Na-RaInventor: Cha-young Lee
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Patent number: 9868024Abstract: An abdominal and oblique exercise device is formed as a small, lightweight portable structure and configured to be used while in the sitting position. The device includes leg or thigh grips that engage the user's thighs and handlebars that are engaged by the user's hands. The leg grips are coupled to a stationary cylindrical main body member and the main body member includes three distinct grooves defining three distinct exercise movements. The handlebars are coupled to a moveable top piston received within the main body member. The piston includes a groove following projection that is selectively received in one of the three grooves in the main body member. The movement of the top piston relative to the bottom main body member will compress a resistance spring for resistance throughout the exercise. The grooves will define proper user movement for exercising to isolate the desired muscles.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2016Date of Patent: January 16, 2018Inventor: Salvatore Castelluccio
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Patent number: 9814921Abstract: A resistance training apparatus provides an elastic member for use in exercise strength training and fitness conditioning. The resistance training apparatus beneficially provides a user with a more consistent and even resistance tension throughout an exercise movement. The resistance training apparatus also provides for a greater training effect on an engaged muscle or muscle group.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2016Date of Patent: November 14, 2017Inventor: William Gvoich
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Patent number: 9789352Abstract: An abdominal exercise device is used to exercise and strengthen core muscles. The device includes a hinged frame, a first plurality of rolling supports, a second plurality of rolling supports and a rocking base. The first plurality of rolling supports and the second plurality of rolling supports are connected along the hinged frame laterally opposite each other. Together, the hinged frame, the first plurality of rolling supports and the second plurality of rolling supports are used to interact and brace portions of the user's back as the user performs an exercise. The rocking base is connected to the hinged frame and is used as a pivot point about which the user and the rest of the device can rock, tilt, or rotate. A frame-grasping assembly is mounted to the hinged frame. The frame-grasping assembly allows the user to hold onto the device and maintain stability while performing exercises.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2016Date of Patent: October 17, 2017Inventor: Nabile Lalaoua
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Patent number: 9789351Abstract: A multi-purpose abdominal and core exercising machine is an apparatus that allows a user to exercise their abdominal muscles through a variety of guided movements. The apparatus includes an incline-adjustable frame, a track, a swiveling seat, a height-adjustable headrest, a first graspable pole, a second graspable pole, and a backrest. The track is mounted onto the incline-adjustable frame. The backrest and the swiveling seat supports the user's body as the backrest slides along the track and the swiveling seat is terminally fixed to the track. The height-adjustable headrest is mounted between the two grasping poles. The proximal end for each grasping pole is rotatably connected to the backrest, which allows the user to hold the distal end for each grasping pole. Pulling the grasping poles towards the user's abdomen allows for a movement by the apparatus to exercise the user's abdominal muscles.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2016Date of Patent: October 17, 2017Inventor: Nabile Lalaoua
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Patent number: 9737753Abstract: A stepper includes a base, a linking rod, two pedals and two adjusting mechanisms. The linking rod is disposed on the base and includes two ends that are concentrically rotated with each other. Each of the adjusting mechanism includes a blocking member and a blocking block. The blocking member includes a first blocking surface. The blocking block includes at least one second blocking surface resisting the first blocking surface of the blocking member. When one of the pedals is lowered along a gravity direction, one of the first blocking surfaces and one of the second blocking surfaces are inclined along the gravity direction to link up one end of the linking rod thereby concentrically rotating the other end of the linking rod, and the other first blocking surface is resisted by the other second blocking surface thereby swinging and raising the other pedal.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2015Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Inventor: Lung-Fei Chuang
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Patent number: 9737754Abstract: A stepper includes a base, a linking rod, two pedals and two mechanisms. The linking rod is disposed on the base. Each of the adjusting mechanism includes a blocking member, an adjusting base and an eccentric member. The blocking member includes a first blocking surface. The adjusting base is disposed on the base. The eccentric member is rotatably disposed on the adjusting base and includes at least two second blocking surfaces. The two second blocking surfaces selectively resist the first blocking surface. When one of the pedals is lowered, one of the first blocking surfaces and one of the second blocking surfaces are inclined to link up one end of the linking rod, and the other end of the linking rod is concentrically rotated, and the other first blocking surface is resisted by the other second blocking surface, thereby rotating and raising the other pedal.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2015Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Inventor: Lung-Fei Chuang
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Patent number: 9724559Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a frame, two crank units, two reciprocating members, two swing arms, two linkages and two carrying arms. A predetermined portion oriented between the top and bottom ends of each linkage is pivotally coupled to the corresponding crank unit and is moved along a circular path. The top end of each linkage is pivotally coupled to the corresponding reciprocating member and is moved along a curved path between two retracing points. The front end of each carrying arm is pivotally coupled to the bottom end of the corresponding linkage and is moved along a first closed path which is elliptical-like shaped. A predetermined portion oriented between the front and rear ends of each carrying arm is pivotally coupled to the bottom of the corresponding swing arm. The rear end of the carrying arm supports user's foot and is moved along a second closed path.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2015Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: Johnson Health Tech Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ziv Chang, Joe Chen, Noel Johnson, Derek Nelson
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Patent number: 9713738Abstract: An apparatus for exercising the muscles, comprising a power arm having actuating elements at one end area, and where the other end of the power arm is pivotally connected to a holding element through a first hinge. The apparatus further comprises a spring element, wherein one end of the spring element is linked to the power arm at a first articulation point, and a second end of the spring element is linked to the holding element through a second articulation point. A support is further included which lies on an imaginary plane defined by an x-axis and a y-axis. The holding element is connected to the support by a rotary hinge which allows the holding element to rotate with respect to the support about a shaft which lies on an axis that is normal to the imaginary plane.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2013Date of Patent: July 25, 2017Assignee: BLBW AGInventor: Michael Schrag
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Patent number: 9707447Abstract: An exercise treadmill for children including a treadmill having a base, a deck pivotally mounted on the base, an endless belt looped over the deck, a pair of support legs attached to the base, a drive mechanism coupled to the belt, an inclination control mechanism coupled to the deck, and a power cord. A support platform is attached to the pair of support legs. A display screen and a control panel is disposed on the support platform. Each of a right handle and a left handle of a pair of handles is disposed on each of a right handle support arm portion and a left handle support arm portion of the support platform, respectively. A plurality of light emitting diodes is disposed on each of the right handle and the left handle, and at least one light emitting diode is disposed on the deck of the treadmill.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2016Date of Patent: July 18, 2017Inventors: Vielka Lopez Babodilla, Marcelino Lopez
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Patent number: 9707443Abstract: A user mountable stationary exercise device comprising, a base and a frame pivotally supported by the base such that the frame can pivot relative to the base about a pivot axis. The device also comprises a user actuated pedal arrangement supported by the frame and operatively connected to drive a wheel. In use, a user may mount the frame and apply force to the pedal arrangement to drive the wheel, and/or the frame to cause the frame to pivot relative to the base about the pivot axis.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2013Date of Patent: July 18, 2017Assignee: The Spoke House LimitedInventor: Simon Corbould Warren
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Patent number: 9694225Abstract: An exercise apparatus including a frame, and a cushion adjacent to the frame having a surface. The exercise apparatus further includes a harness wearable by the user and a resistance member extending between the harness and the frame and where the tension within the resistance member is variable.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2016Date of Patent: July 4, 2017Assignee: SPROING FITNESS LLCInventors: Paul Toback, Steve Lenz
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Patent number: 9694229Abstract: An exercise apparatus providing a User multiple different exercises, including both resistance movements and isometrics. The User interacts with the apparatus by grasping a bar. A resistance mechanism is symmetrically mounted on a second bar and provides infinitely variable resistance to the User, as well as soundproof operation. A vertical column allows infinite positioning of the bars for different exercises, and a bench provides support. The User can change the exercise resistance by verbal commands, or the apparatus can sense the torque applied by the user to the apparatus and vary the exercise resistance in response to the force applied by the User or the speed at which the user is moving the bar. The apparatus can be battery powered and operated at locations where electric service is unavailable, or in zero gravity. To verify accuracy, the resistance can be calibrated against a known quantity of weight.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2016Date of Patent: July 4, 2017Assignee: Balandis Taft Patents, LLCInventor: Andrew A. Taft
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Patent number: 9687692Abstract: A universal resistance training device for a treadmill for exercising and strengthening the arms and upper torso while working out on a treadmill. The universal resistance training device for a treadmill includes a telescoping support assembly; a bracket assembly pivotably attached to the telescoping support assembly and adapted to detachably engage opposed handholds of a treadmill; a telescoping arm rotatably and securely mounted about the telescoping support assembly; and a resistance support member in communication with the telescoping arm.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2015Date of Patent: June 27, 2017Inventor: Dean W. Adelman
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Patent number: 9669249Abstract: An end range of motion improving device is disclosed including, first and second link members to independently rotate an upper leg and a lower leg of a patient, having a controller to selectively rotate the link members, and a networked computing system to facilitate communication between the controller and other networked devices.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2015Date of Patent: June 6, 2017Inventors: Eduardo M. Marti, Robert T. Kaiser
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Patent number: 9662536Abstract: A squat rack includes a frame, a lifting unit, a body support unit, an elastic unit and a tread unit. The frame includes a horizontal portion, a vertical portion connected to the horizontal portion, and a handle connected to the vertical portion. The lifting unit is pivotally connected to the frame. The body support unit is connected to an upper portion of the lifting unit. The elastic unit is provided between the frame and the lifting unit and adapted for raising the lifting unit from the frame. The tread unit is connected to the horizontal portion of the frame, between the handle and the body support unit in a horizontal direction. While exercising, a user can set his or her feet on the tread unit, hold the handle with his or her hands, and lean on the lifting unit to gain support from the elastic unit.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2016Date of Patent: May 30, 2017Assignee: ASIA REGENT CORPORATIONInventor: Yi-Hung Lin
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Patent number: 9636536Abstract: A resistance training apparatus provides an elastic member for use in exercise strength training and fitness conditioning. The resistance training apparatus beneficially provides a user with a more consistent and even resistance tension throughout an exercise movement. The resistance training apparatus also provides for a greater training effect on an engaged muscle or muscle group.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2014Date of Patent: May 2, 2017Inventor: William Gvoich
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Patent number: 9586085Abstract: A method and apparatus guide inclined movement of a left foot pad in a fore-aft direction on a first side of a longitudinal centerline of an exercise apparatus and inclined movement of a right foot pad in the fore-aft direction on a second side of the longitudinal centerline of the exercise apparatus such that the right foot pad and the left foot pad are transversely spaced from the longitudinal centerline by a first distance when proximate to a front of the exercise apparatus and are transversely spaced from the longitudinal centerline by a second distance greater than the first distance when proximate to a rear of the exercise apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2014Date of Patent: March 7, 2017Assignee: Precor IncorporatedInventors: Peter J. Arnold, James S. Birrell, Jonathan M. Stewart
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Patent number: 9579539Abstract: A compounded fitness trainer, including a base, on which a loading device is pivoted; a pair of first driving bars pivoted on the base for swinging; a pair of second driving bars pivoted on the base for swinging; a pair of first linkages respectively pivoted on the second driving bars and opposite sides of the loading device; and a pair of second linkages respectively pivoted on the first driving bars and the first linkages wherein the first driving bars are moved by the second driving bars when the second driving bars are moved, and the second driving bars are moved by the first driving bars when the first driving bars are moved whereby moving the first driving bars and/or the second driving bars may train different muscles.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2015Date of Patent: February 28, 2017Inventor: Fu-Hai Lin
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Patent number: 9555277Abstract: An exercise equipment includes a base, an operating device and a magnetic resistance device. The operating device is movably disposed on the base. The magnetic resistance device is connected to the operating device and the base, wherein the magnetic resistance device is for providing a magnetic resistances in accordance with an operation of the operating device.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2014Date of Patent: January 31, 2017Assignee: PREVENTIVE MEDICAL HEALTH CARE CO., LTD.Inventor: Ching-Yu Yeh
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Patent number: 9539467Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to exercise equipment for enabling a user to vary the effective muscle tension during the course of the performance of an exercise and, more particularly, to an exercise system for shifting an optimum length of peak muscle tension. In some embodiments, the system is an apparatus which comprises a force-generating element, e.g. a fluid cylinder, a user-input element which a user forcibly moves during the course of performance of an exercise, and also a coupling means, which is preferably a cable-pulley system, which transfers forces between the force-generating element and the user-input element. Finally, the apparatus comprises a control unit which controls and varies the level of force generated by the force-generating element during the course of performance of the exercise. The apparatus effectively varies the effective muscle tension through the generation of forces.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2015Date of Patent: January 10, 2017Inventor: Rami Hashish
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Patent number: 9504873Abstract: A rehabilitation equipment includes a main frame, a rotating mechanism, a linking mechanism and a resistance mechanism. The rotating mechanism is disposed on the main frame. The linking mechanism is linked up with the rotating mechanism. The resistance mechanism is for providing a resistance.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2015Date of Patent: November 29, 2016Assignee: PREVENTIVE MEDICAL HEALTH CARE CO., LTD.Inventor: Ching-Yu Yeh
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Patent number: 9381400Abstract: Disclosed is a semi-passive resistance force control system with active augmentation, which is suitable for a sport equipment with a pulling part. This semi-passive resistance force control system with active augmentation comprises a resistance force module, an energy neutral apparatus, and a control module. The energy neutral apparatus can not only provide an output resistance force to the pulling part when the pulling part is pulled by a user, but also reduce the variation of the output resistance force. The control module is able to accept the sensing data delivered by the internal sensors of the semi-passive resistance force control system with active augmentation to passively compensate the output resistance force and make it fixed. Furthermore, the control module can also provide an active adjustment to the output resistance force based on a preset control mode such that the user can experience a desired resistance force.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2012Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Assignee: Honix Technology Corp.Inventors: Chao-Kou Chang, Wadiatur Rahim
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Patent number: 9375607Abstract: An exercise apparatus for the exercise of a user's gluteus muscles through a supported seated squat downward from an upper starting position and a upward return movement has a base, a pair of user foot support ramps mounted to the base for supporting the toe portions of the feet with the heels on the floor, a pair of spaced fixed uprights mounted to the base and located forward of the foot supports terminating in a pair of hand grips. A buttocks support assembly with an angled buttocks support pad is pivotally mounted to the uprights, and a compressible linkage connects the pad assembly to the base. The linkage provides an opposing force to the downward travel of the support assembly and a boost restoring force to the support assembly for returning the support pad to an upper starting position. The user provides a controlled descent from an initial upper position to a squat and a controlled return from the squat to the upper position.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2014Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: SCULPTED PARTNERS LLCInventors: Erika Rayman, David Cowan
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Patent number: 9339685Abstract: An exercise apparatus may provide a novel linkage assembly suitable for linking circular motion to relatively more complex, generally elliptical motion. Left and right rocker links may be rotatably mounted on a frame rotatable about a first axis. Left and right rocker linkages may be mounted on the frame rotatable about a second axis. Left and right force receiving members may be movably connected between respective rocker links and rocker linkages in such a manner that the force receiving members move through paths of motion which are fixed, adjustable or variable.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2013Date of Patent: May 17, 2016Inventor: Joseph D Maresh
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Patent number: 9314656Abstract: A training machine of load force simulation has a damping unit comprises a press cylinder which includes a cylinder, a movable piston rod, and a press source; a controller is coupled to the press source of the damping unit and a load cell for calculating and controlling the load value of the load cell, allowing the elevating and lowering of a pulley system thereof by adjusting the damping force via the piston rod. Also, the pulley system comprises a plurality of movable pulleys to equally bear the load force from the rope, saving the efforts for operating and retarding the retrieving force of the rope for safety. The present invention is therefore able to replace complex decelerating machines and massive weight blocks in apparatus suchlike with features of small volumes as less space needed, less noises, and no restrictions of setting areas due to no need of electricity.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2015Date of Patent: April 19, 2016Assignee: Protug Co., Ltd.Inventor: Jui-Tung Huang
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Patent number: 9289157Abstract: An apparatus for evaluating leg movement characteristics of a patient is provided. The apparatus comprises a base assembly configured to at least partially support the patient's torso; and first and second leg support assemblies independently pivotably mounted about a pivot axis relative to the base assembly. Each leg support assembly is configured to at least partially support a portion of a respective one of the first and second legs, independent of the support of the torso. Each of the leg support assemblies also comprises: a first leg support member including a foot rotation assembly configured to at least partially retain and support an associated foot of the patient and to rotate it about an axis of rotation relative to the base assembly; and a second leg support member configured for supporting a portion of the leg at a location proximal relative to the first leg support member.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2011Date of Patent: March 22, 2016Assignee: ERML Inc.Inventors: Thomas P Branch, Thomas Cunningham, Edward Dittmar, Cale Jacobs
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Patent number: 9259604Abstract: An exercise machine is provided for a user performing squats. A base supports the exercise machine, and an upright member having a free end and an attachment end is mounted to the base at the attachment end and configured to be straddled by the user. A leg pad assembly is adjustably attached to the upright member for vertically adjusting a height of the leg pad assembly. The leg pad assembly has a first leg pad member extending horizontally relative to the upright member and configured to engage a back of the user's legs. A locking mechanism is provided for selectively releasably securing the leg pad assembly in a desired position on the upright member.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2013Date of Patent: February 16, 2016Inventor: Elwood Bernard Miller, Jr.
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Patent number: 9233271Abstract: An exercising chair device includes a chair member having a seat element and an upwardly extended column, a lever pivotally attached to the column and having a bar for engaging with an ankle portion of the user, and a barrel rotatably attached to the lever and rotatable relative to the lever between a lateral working position that is located in front of the bar, and an upwardly extended folding position that is moved away from the bar and located in front of the lever, and for allowing the user to easily engage his feet onto the bar when the barrel is moved away from the bar, and for allowing the feet of the user to be engaged between the bar and the barrel when the barrel is rotated relative to the lever to the lateral working position.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2014Date of Patent: January 12, 2016Inventor: Paul Chen
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Patent number: 9149681Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus for strengthening the tongue. The device is a water-filled unit comprised of clear tube with two bulbs on each end. The exerciser is activated in the mouth by pressing the pressurized bulb with the tongue against the hard palate. A floating indicator in the tube offers visual feedback and elevates as the tube is compressed. The device is adjustable in difficulty. The presenting invention is simple in design and operation. It has limited moving or articulating parts, requires no customization, is non-electrical, can be operated with one hand and is inexpensive to manufacture. The Tongue Press Oral Exerciser is an affordable means of strengthening swallowing and speech intelligibility.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2013Date of Patent: October 6, 2015Inventor: Kathleen Smead
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Publication number: 20150148203Abstract: Counter-force system for eccentric exercise equipment, comprising an operating system for weight-training equipment (1), wherein the initial movement of the pedal or hand bar (2) of the physical-exercise equipment (5) is performed without effort on the part of the user and upon reaching a specific position of the travel thereof the system then automatically exerts force in the opposite direction in order to return the pedal or hand bar to the initial position thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2012Publication date: May 28, 2015Inventor: Anderson Rios Sodeyama
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Publication number: 20150141199Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for enabling an operator to exercise comprising a frame having a body, a base and a top. A load is positioned on the frame for providing a resistive force. A press is positioned on the frame for displacement by the operator. A linkage joins the load with the press for displacing the load upon displacement of the press by the operator. An aria extends between a support end and a user end. A support pivot secures the support end of the arm to the top of the frame for pivoting the arm about the frame. A user interface inputs and outputs data. A user pivot securing the user interface to the user end of the arm for pivoting the user interface about the arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2013Publication date: May 21, 2015Inventors: Carl R. Spoeth, Jeffrey A. Pearson, Jacob Fitzgerald
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Patent number: 9033853Abstract: A pneumatic tube jumping structure system to increase the safety and enjoyment of jumping and other physical activities. The pneumatic tube jumping structure employs a metal frame to support a pneumatic tube upon which a single user or multiple users may jump, bounce, or otherwise play. The frame provides safety handrails that serve dual purposes: ensuring the safety of a user; and aiding a user in jumping and otherwise making use of the pneumatic tube jumping structure system. The frame also allows for the connection of an activity attachment, such as a rope swing, for the enjoyment of a user, making the structure a multi-purpose amusement and exercise device.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2013Date of Patent: May 19, 2015Inventor: Stephen McMurtrey
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Patent number: 9017234Abstract: An upper body reciprocating exerciser includes a frame having a post. A cam is connected to the post and has a guide slot which is cooperated with a piston rod of a cylinder. An enclosed loop pipe is connected to outside of the cylinder and includes two sets of a check valve and an adjustable control valve. The loop pipe communicates with a space in the cylinder. The check valves and the adjustable control valves control fluid in the cylinder to adjust the resistance force when a user pulls a pull unit, so that the user's bones and muscles are exercised properly.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2013Date of Patent: April 28, 2015Assignee: Southern Taiwan University of Science and TechnologyInventors: Tzu-Yao Tai, Cheng-Yu Kuo
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Patent number: 8979720Abstract: A strength and balance exercise apparatus is provided having a pair of exercise arms pivotally supported from the floor. Each arm has handgrips for grasping and manipulation of the arm by the user. A passive force generating means, in this case, double-acting hydraulic cylinders are connected between the floor and the exercise arms to resist movement of the arms. According to the method, the user grasps the handgrips and manipulates the arms to get slow resistance of the passive force generating means while maintaining balance in a standing position.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2011Date of Patent: March 17, 2015Assignee: Surge Performance Training LLCInventors: Jerry D. Brentham, Brent E. Brentham
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Publication number: 20150051054Abstract: An exercise device for action sports training is introduced herein. The device is configured for training and conditioning of the muscles associated with moto-induced CECS or “arm pump”. In various embodiments the exercise device can be configured for self-standing; mounting to a stationary object; or a combination thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2014Publication date: February 19, 2015Inventor: Todd Barnhill
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Patent number: 8944972Abstract: A descent apparatus (1) including a housing (3) with a liquid conduit (4) therethrough and a float (8) constrained within the liquid conduit (4) and capable of slideable movement along a first path between an upper and a lower position. A moveable element (6) is located outside the liquid conduit (4) and is slideably coupled to the housing (3). A mechanical connector (9) physically connects the movable element (6) to the float (8) such that in use, the liquid conduit (4) contains liquid and the position of the float (8) is variable by applying a force to the movable element (6) and wherein the slideable movement of the float (8) along a first path produces a corresponding movement of the moveable element (6) outside the housing (3) along a second path co-axial, or parallel with the first path.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2010Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Archimedes Applied LimitedInventor: Geofrrey Neil McConnell
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Patent number: 8936538Abstract: An exercising apparatus designed to fit around a seat includes a frame that is adapted to be secured to a support. The frame is a U-shaped configuration with a lateral open area to receive the seat into the frame. One or more arms are coupled to the frame about one or more pivots. Further, the pivots allow a pivotal motion of each of the arms when a force is exerted thereto by a user. One or more resistance devices coupled to the frame and the arms, which provide resistance to the pivotal motion of each of the arms. The resistance devices, which may be a hydraulic or pneumatic piston and cylinder, may include a spring to bias the arms toward their initial, upright position.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2011Date of Patent: January 20, 2015Inventor: Richard Marcantonio
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Patent number: 8932191Abstract: The invention relates to a training device for fixing in the area of the human waist, composed of a belt-like element (2) and of at least one force element arranged on the belt-like element (2), wherein the force element is coupled at least indirectly to a grip element, and the force element has the property of providing a resistance force (tensile force) against the pull of the grip element. According to the invention, provision is made that the force element (4; 204) is additionally designed such that it also provides an opposing force (pressure force) when the grip element (4.3; 204.3) is moved back in the direction of the force element.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2012Date of Patent: January 13, 2015Inventor: Michael Failer
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Patent number: 8905901Abstract: A device allows an individual the ability to easily adjust the resistance to perform pushing and pulling exercises in multiple directions. The device allows the individual the ability to exercise at variable levels of intensity with a simple adjustment. The amount of ballast weight may be adjusted to offer additional levels of rolling resistance. The device may be set to operate either in a straight line, or in multiple directions. The device may use pneumatic tires, in a three-wheel design, which permit the device to be used on multiple surfaces and allows for ease of maneuverability during use. Unlike current systems, which do not allow for pushing or pulling at varied heights, the device has a handle bar that may change its height with a simple adjustable locking mechanism that incorporates a counterbalance system to allow for ease of movement of a force arm.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2011Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Inventors: Thomas Stewart, Paul Lando
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Patent number: 8864636Abstract: Resistance training exercise apparatus provides load resistance with a vacuum load assembly, and has an adjustment mechanism controlling effective vector force between the vacuum load assembly and a user-engaged exercise member. The adjustment mechanism includes a user-controlled adjustment assembly adjustably varying the vector force. The adjustment assembly includes a coupling mechanism adjustably varying a lever arm distance of at least one of a gym cable and a cylinder cable along the adjustment assembly.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2011Date of Patent: October 21, 2014Assignee: Brunswick CorporationInventors: Thomas J. Danowski, Lee M. Atwood
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Publication number: 20140296042Abstract: A collapsible exercise machine for strengthening the core muscles (transverse abdominal, internal obliques, external obliques, rectus abdominis, and erector spinae) includes a frame mounted on a base on which a user sits and manipulates an upstanding lever arm. A seat is convertible between two differently-angled positions for back extension or abdominal exercises. The lever arm rotates a curved tube having a plurality of force adjustment holes. The tube passes through a frame at the upper end of a gas spring, and engaging an adjustment pin on the frame with different adjustment holes changes the amount of resistance. The entire frame above the base can be vertically adjusted to accommodate different sizes of user without altering the relative position between the seat (and user's hips) and the axis of rotation of the lever arm thus not affecting/changing the designated resistance between users of different heights (resistance is affected when the lever arm is lengthened).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2014Publication date: October 2, 2014Inventor: Michael J. Snyder
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Publication number: 20140148316Abstract: A motion resistance and static resistance personal exercise device is provided. The device comprises a pneumatic cylinder and handled piston that resist motion of a user, while elastic resistance bands are utilized between the cylinder and the piston handle to add static resistance to pulling exercises. The cylinder comprises an outwardly extending foot pad, while the piston comprises a handle portion to force the piston in and out of the cylinder. At least one set of opposing resistance band hooks are disposed on the device. Resistance is developed against pushing and pulling motion of the piston handle by way of an air valve on the cylinder, which controls air exiting and entering thereinto. The resistance bands add static resistance and an increase in resistance load required by a pulling user. The device is utilized to exercise the user's upper, lower, and core body regions using a pushing and pulling motion.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2013Publication date: May 29, 2014Inventors: Tomomi Tsuchio, Larry Jones
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Patent number: 8727954Abstract: An air management system that allows safe and convenient forms of interval training exercise to be performed on pneumatically elevating rebound exercise equipment. The system includes at least one air intake valve and bleed valve. By providing repeatable degrees of difficulty for both air intake and air release from the extendable air springs employed for the exercise, competitive athletes and their coaches can design, employ, repeat, and compare individualized medium- or high-intensity interval protocols for optimal cardiovascular training programs.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2012Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Assignee: Plyo Systems, LLCInventor: George Steven Morrow
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Patent number: 8721506Abstract: An exerciser including a movable body support mounted on an exerciser frame for movement along tracks provided by the frame. A movable foot support extends from the exerciser frame. The movable foot support is adapted to be engaged by the user's feet to absorb the energy of movement in a first direction and to provide the user with a bouncing movement, which the user may translate into a movement of the movable body support in the opposite direction. The movable foot support may be provided as an attachment and retrofitted to existing exercisers, and, in some embodiments, may comprise independently movable foot supports for each foot. The exerciser may include a resilient resistance system coupled to the movable body support and a set of pull lines with user grips trained over pulleys carried by the exerciser frame. Also disclosed are methods for enabling users to exercise.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2013Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Assignee: Stamina Products Inc.Inventor: Kevin Gerschefske
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Publication number: 20140038792Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for monitoring plasma parameters in plasma doping systems. A plasma doping system includes a plasma doping chamber, a platen located in the plasma doping chamber for supporting a workpiece, an anode spaced from the platen in the plasma doping chamber, a process gas source coupled to the plasma doping chamber, a pulse source for applying pulses between the platen and the anode, and a plasma monitor. A plasma containing ions of the process gas is produced in a plasma discharge region between the anode and the platen. The pulses accelerate ions from the plasma into the workpiece. The plasma monitor may include a sensing device which senses a spatial distribution of a plasma parameter, such as plasma density, that is indicative of dose distribution of ions implanted into the workpiece.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2011Publication date: February 6, 2014Applicant: AVERO FITNESS LLCInventors: Rick Farnsworth, Douglas G. Dixon, Shawn Kautz