Patents by Inventor Steven J. Cinke

Steven J. Cinke has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Stair climbing exercise apparatus utilizing drive belts
    Patent number: 5238462
    Abstract: A stair type exercise apparatus is disclosed in which two pedal members reciprocate. The pedal members can either be directly connected together by a cog drive belt which in turn operates through a transmission providing a resistive force to the pedals or the pedals can be individually connected to the transmission by a drive belt. The resistive force is supplied by an alternator which is controlled by a computer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 24, 1993
    Assignee: Life Fitness
    Inventors: Steven J. Cinke, Michael K. Platt, David J. Thum
  • Exercise apparatus for simulating stair climbing
    Patent number: 5135447
    Abstract: A step type exercise apparatus is disclosed in which two pedal members are connected for reciprocating movement by a chain which, in turn, operates through a transmission providing a resistive force to the pedals. The resistive force is supplied by an alternator which is controlled by a computer. Means are provided to lubricate the chain thereby prolonging the life of the chain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1992
    Assignee: Life Fitness
    Inventors: Chester F. Robards, Jr., Steven J. Cinke, Stephen A. Waltasti, Robert Kohan, Donald J. Alexander, Douglas G. Guenther, David J. Thum, Tomas Leon