Abstract: A trampoline with a beam spring-actuated bed supported by a frame with the bed having a grommetless spring mounting portion secured to a plurality of springs. Disclosed embodiments include the jumping surface portion of the bed and the spring mounting portion being formed from a continuous sheet of material with the spring mounting portion being a fold in the bed material defining a pocket for receiving an elongate rode therein. The continuous sheet of material can also include at least one of an enclosure mounting portion and a spring covering portion.

Abstract: A trampoline system is described. The trampoline includes a frame, a jumping mat and elastic means for connecting the jumping mat to the frame. The jumping mat includes a substantially horizontal jumping region between two arcuated shaped jumping regions at opposing ends of the horizontal jumping region when connected to the frame. The frame may include two opposing ends formed from a pair of substantially parallel arcuated tubes each having a substantially vertical end, a substantially horizontal end, and a mid-point along its curved length, a support bar connecting the arcuated tubes at their substantially vertical ends, a pair of end footings, wherein each end footing is connect to the support bar and to the mid-point of one of the arcuated tubes, and a pair of side footings, wherein each side footing is connected to a leg of one of the end footings and to one of the arcuated tubes at its substantially horizontal end.

Abstract: A trampoline provides higher performance and greater shock absorption capability by utilizing pairs of springs to connect the rebounding mat to the supporting frame. The springs in each pair are coupled to a common junction on the periphery of the rebounding mat. The upper spring in each pair is directly connected to the rebounding mat and the trampoline frame to initially to tension the mat in the equilibrium position. The lower spring in each pair is coupled to the frame and then to rebounding mat via a linkage arm such that it comes substantially under tension only as the corresponding upper spring is stretched. Depending on the level of impact force on the trampoline mat both springs extend, such that their combined stored energy propels the user upward on the return bounce. However, as each spring pair engages in stages the shock of the users initially landing is gradually absorbed.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, and method for attaching a trampoline enclosure net to an enclosure pole involves attaching the enclosure net directly to the top end of the enclosure pole with an elastic cord. The enclosure pole may curve outward from the trampoline. The enclosure pole may pass through an opening in a protective pad to prevent the protective pad from moving out of place. The entire trampoline may be densely packaged for easy storage and shipping.

Abstract: A trampoline system is described. The trampoline includes a frame, a jumping mat and elastic means, such as springs, for connecting the jumping mat to the frame. The jumping mat includes a first substantially horizontal jumping surface having a perimeter that is surrounded by and/or continuous with a second jumping surface that is angled tangentially from the first jumping surface.

Abstract: A support frame for the multiple jumping surfaces making up a trampoline park utilizes multiple trampoline support grid arrays, each consisting of support cable segments supported by a rectangular array of individual support columns. Each cable segment is attached to a separate pair of support columns within the array. Diagonal cross-brace cables likewise are attached to and extend between each separate pair of support columns. The adjacent paired support columns support the individual trampoline beds, with the loading occasioned by jumping users rapidly transferred to ground—the vertical loading through the support columns and the horizontal loading through the diagonal cross-brace cabling. The support frame includes peripheral support grid arrays having an outer grid of peripheral support columns with attached kick braces extending to adjacent outer support columns, completing the peripheral horizontal load paths.

Abstract: A trampoline includes a trampoline bed secured to a frame. The trampoline bed is made of trampoline bed material. An enclosure includes an enclosure net made of enclosure net material, a net hem formed on the enclosure net, a plurality of net hem openings formed on the net hem, and a bed hem attached to a periphery of the trampoline bed. The bed hem is made of enclosure net material. A plurality of bed hem openings are formed on the bed hem. A securing cord is sized to weave the plurality of net hem openings to the plurality of bed hem openings.

Abstract: A flying disk toy includes an annular inner ring centered on the axis and connected with an outer ring, and a flexible material secured to the inner ring and creating a trampoline surface. The inner ring is detachably received in a groove in the outer ring. The groove has an undercut, and the inner ring has a portion including relatively movable flanges that engage in the undercut in the groove to resist removal of the inner ring from the groove.

Abstract: An in-ground trampoline including a frame, trampoline mat, a plurality of springs and a protective pad. The protective pad incorporates a permeable material to allow for the passage of air through the protective pad. The in-ground trampoline system may also include a retaining wall which may comprise self-locking panels. In some embodiments, the self-locking panels may be attached to the frame of the in-ground trampoline.

Abstract: In a trampoline in which a plurality of support rods connect between the frame and the mat of the trampoline to hold the mat in tension, the support rods comprise an integral skirt which surrounds and encases at least an upper end length of the support rod and optionally the whole support rod.

Abstract: A trampoline comprises a trampoline sheet or mat supported around its periphery from a circumextending support structure by spring couplings, preferably a plurality of helical springs, under tension. The trampoline is provided with a net enclosure in which a generally circumextending net is mounted by respective sheaths on a plurality of poles coupled to the support structure and extending generally upright therefrom. In use, for the greater part of its height, the position of the net corresponds generally to the periphery of the support structure, while lower edge regions of the net are coupled to the periphery of the sheet or mat inboard of the support structure, thereby at least largely preventing a user from falling or treading upon the spring couplings or on an annular pad overlying said couplings, if present.

Abstract: A method to quickly attach or remove an accessory which will transform a conventional mini trampoline apparatus into a more balanced and controlled unit to achieve better physical results while exercising as well as create less strain on sore or painful joints.

Abstract: A system includes a mini trampoline assembly for use in conjunction with an active learning session(s) system. The assembly includes a frame with one or more segments, a stretchable platform, and optionally a dress skirt for the trampoline.

Abstract: A torsion spring trampoline has a frame having a horizontal frame member and vertical members. The trampoline also has a trampoline bed that users can jump on. A plurality of torsion springs connect the trampoline bed to the frame. The torsion springs have a coil allowing bending of the torsion springs inward toward a middle of the trampoline bed. The trampoline bed is in a loaded state. Torsion springs preferably have at least a first coil turn. Torsion springs may also have have a second coil turn in addition to the first coil turn. Torsion springs may also have a third coil turn in addition to the second coil turn and in addition to the first coil turn. Torsion springs may also have a fourth coil turn in addition to the third coil turn, the second coil turn, and the first coil turn.

Abstract: A trampoline comprises a mat, a frame, and a plurality of support rods connecting between the frame and the mat to hold the mat in tension above the frame, the support rods extending or bowing outwards from the frame and curving upwards from the frame towards the mat. Each of the support rods may have an associated shorter secondary support rod. The support rods may have a rectangular cross-section.

Abstract: A trampoline includes a trampoline bed secured to a frame. The trampoline bed is made of trampoline bed material. An enclosure includes an enclosure net made of enclosure net material, a net hem formed on the enclosure net, a plurality of net hem openings formed on the net hem, and a bed hem attached to a periphery of the trampoline bed. The bed hem is made of enclosure net material. A plurality of bed hem openings are formed on the bed hem. A securing cord is sized to weave the plurality of net hem openings to the plurality of bed hem openings.

Abstract: A trampoline comprises a trampoline sheet or mat supported around its periphery from a circumextending support structure by spring couplings, preferably a plurality of helical springs, under tension. The trampoline is provided with a net enclosure in which a generally circumextending net is mounted by respective sheaths on a plurality of poles coupled to the support structure and extending generally upright therefrom. In use, for the greater part of its height, the position of the net corresponds generally to the periphery of the support structure, while lower edge regions of the net are coupled to the periphery of the sheet or mat inboard of the support structure, thereby at least largely preventing a user from falling or treading upon the spring couplings or on an annular pad overlying said couplings, if present.

Abstract: A support frame for the multiple jumping surfaces making up a trampoline park utilizes multiple trampoline support grid arrays, each consisting of support cable segments supported by a rectangular array of individual support columns. Each cable segment is attached to a separate pair of support columns within the array. Cross-brace cables likewise are attached to and extend between each separate pair of support columns. The adjacent paired support columns support the individual trampoline beds, with the loading occasioned by jumping users rapidly transferred to ground—the vertical loading through the support columns and the horizontal loading through the cross-brace cabling. The support frame includes peripheral support grid arrays having an outer grid of peripheral support columns with attached kick braces extending to adjacent outer support columns, completing the peripheral horizontal load paths.

Abstract: Trampolines are disclosed herein. An embodiment of a trampoline includes a first support member having a plurality of portions and a second support member having a plurality of portions. A first support member first portion is aligned with a second support member second portion wherein the area between the first support member first portion and the second member first portion is a first plane. A first support member second portion is aligned with a second support member second portion wherein the area between the first support member second portion and the second support member second portion is a second plane. A single piece of first material substantially covers the first plane and the second plane. The first plane intersects the second plane at an angle less than one hundred eighty degrees.

Abstract: A trampoline includes a frame, a protective circular net and a jumping portion. The frame has a circular base rack, a plurality of legs and circular net support racks respectively at two sides of the circular base rack. The jumping portion is located in the circular base rack and includes a flexible mat and a plurality of elastic support members having one end coupled on the flexible mat and another end fastened to the circular base rack. The protective circular net is hung on the circular net support racks. The protective circular net is held by a reinforced coupling portion which includes a holding section fastened to the flexible mat and a retaining section threaded through by at least one tightening member. The protective circular net has a lower edge with a plurality of apertures formed thereon threaded through by the tightening member to couple with the retaining section.

Abstract: A trampoline game has a trampoline with a trampoline frame and a trampoline bed. The trampoline bed is connected to the trampoline frame by a plurality of springs. A gun has an infrared emitter emitting an infrared signal. A target has one or more infrared receivers capable of receiving a signal from the infrared emitter of the gun. A second gun also has an infrared emitter emitting an infrared signal, and the target is capable of receiving an infrared signal from the second gun. A bounce sensor can be used for sensing user bounces. The bounce sensor outputs data which could be sent to a microprocessor. Defined game parameters may be stored in memory programmed into a microprocessor that receives data.

Abstract: A trampoline arena includes a framework assembly having a plurality of frame elements defining an outwardly sloping outer wall, and a deck, a plurality of voids being defined between the framework elements. The arena also includes a plurality of trampolines connected to the frame elements along peripheries thereof and extending across the plurality of voids to further define the outwardly sloping outer wall and deck, and a padding assembly including a plurality of pads overlying the frame elements and the peripheries of the trampolines.

Abstract: An adjustable rebound device may include a support platform and a warping assembly to adjust a rebound resistance of the support platform. The warping assembly may include a plurality of mounting assemblies coupled to the support platform and a rebound adjustment assembly coupled to at least one of the mounting assemblies. The rebound adjustment assembly may be configured to actuate a mounting assembly such that the support platform is warped and a rebound resistance is adjusted. A method for adjusting a rebound resistance of a platform assembly is also described. An exercise machine may include a machine base assembly, a support platform, and a warping assembly. The warping assembly may include a plurality of mounting assemblies and a rebound adjustment assembly, such that the rebound adjustment assembly is configured to actuate a mounting assembly such that the support platform is warped and a rebound resistance is adjusted.

Abstract: A trampoline arena includes a framework assembly having a plurality of frame elements defining an outwardly sloping outer wall, and a deck, a plurality of voids being defined between the framework elements. The arena also includes a plurality of trampolines connected to the frame elements along peripheries thereof and extending across the plurality of voids to further define the outwardly sloping outer wall and deck, and a padding assembly including a plurality of pads overlying the frame elements and the peripheries of the trampolines.

Abstract: A trampoline has a bed. The bed is made of a sheet of fabric having an exterior periphery. A frame includes legs supporting the frame from the ground. A plurality of springs attach the bed to the frame. A light sound module is suspended under the bed. The light sound module includes a light emitting element mounted on a rotation rod. The rotation rod is mounted on a rotation axis, and the rotation rod is driven to rotate by a motor. A plurality of elastic cords has a length, namely a first elastic cord, a second elastic cord, and a third elastic cord.

Abstract: Trampolines and trampoline frames configured to support a rebounding mat that extends from a horizontal plane into a vertical plane that is below the horizontal plane. The trampoline includes a horizontal frame that connects to a first portion of the rebounding mat to hold the mat in a substantially horizontal plane and a vertical frame that connects to a second portion of the rebounding mat to hold the mat in a substantially vertical plane that extends downward from the horizontal plane.

Abstract: A trampoline arena includes a framework assembly having a plurality of frame elements defining an outwardly sloping outer wall, and a deck, a plurality of voids being defined between the framework elements. The arena also includes a plurality of trampolines connected to the frame elements along peripheries thereof and extending across the plurality of voids to further define the outwardly sloping outer wall and deck, and a padding assembly including a plurality of pads overlying the frame elements and the peripheries of the trampolines.

Abstract: A trampoline arena system having a reduced non-reboundable area includes a mattress, an outer support element substantially surrounding and connected to an outer edge of the mattress, and an inner support element providing support to the mattress at a location interior from the outer edge of the mattress. The inner support element may be completely and contiguously surrounded by the mattress. The trampoline arena system may include first and second support members in a parallel spaced relationship, a first mattress joined to the first support member by a first plurality of springs such that at least one of the first mattress and the first plurality springs passes under the second support member, and a second mattress joined to the second support member by a second plurality of springs such that at least one of the second mattress and the second plurality of springs passes under the first support member.

Abstract: The invention discloses a trampoline, including spring mattress (1), legs (2), rails (3). Said foot tube (2) mounted on the spring pad (1) the lower end, said rails (3) disposed in a spring mattress (a) top. Characterized in: The fence (3) constitutes side rod (4)surrounded by a set spring mattress (1), the support rod (4) to connect the barrier ring (5) and connected to the fence ring (5) on the protection net (6). The rod (4) from the previous section elbow (41) and the lower section straight tube (42) sockets with each other. There are holes on the bent upper section (41). By this hole the protective net (6) and the barrier ring (5) is connected. The device has a larger sport area, structural stability, easy to disassemble, high safety factor, long life and other characteristics.

Abstract: A trampoline which is reliable and efficient in use, and which does not require extension springs to secure the jumping mat to the frame. The trampoline may maintains the traditional feel of a trampoline more satisfactorily than presently known soft edged trampolines. The trampoline may also be efficiently manufactured.

Abstract: A trampoline arena includes a framework assembly having a plurality of frame elements defining an outwardly sloping outer wall, and a deck, a plurality of voids being defined between the framework elements. The arena also includes a plurality of trampolines connected to the frame elements along peripheries thereof and extending across the plurality of voids to further define the outwardly sloping outer wall and deck, and a padding assembly including a plurality of pads overlying the frame elements and the peripheries of the trampolines.

Abstract: A trampoline has a bed. The bed is made of a sheet of fabric having an exterior periphery. A frame includes legs supporting the frame from the ground. A plurality of springs attach the bed to the frame. A light sound module is suspended under the bed. The light sound module includes a light emitting element mounted on a rotation rod. The rotation rod is mounted on a rotation axis, and the rotation rod is driven to rotate by a motor. A plurality of elastic cords has a length, namely a first elastic cord, a second elastic cord, and a third elastic cord.

Abstract: Trampoline courts are disclosed herein. An embodiment of a trampoline court includes a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion is inclined relative to the second portion. A first trampoline and a second trampoline are located in the second portion. A third trampoline is located in the first portion, wherein the third trampoline is adjacent the first trampoline and the second trampoline.

Abstract: The invention is a system for trampoline park framing, distribution, and assembly. The trampoline parking framing system includes frame sections, coupling plates, supports, springs, material, and all the nuts and bolts needed for assembly. The invention can be designed, built, shipped, and assembled without the need to send over a support team. The frame levels itself with the tightening of the plates and the supports are adjustable to conform to uneven floor levels. The frame includes additional accessories to secure the springs to the frame sections in order to increase security of the apparatus. Also included can be safety pads or mats to cover the frame sections and the springs to reduce risk of serious injury.

Abstract: A trampoline with a frame has a rebounding mat that is tensioned to the frame with a plurality of flexible and cordlike linear elastic members. Preferably each cordlike elastic member is connected to the frame and the rebounding mat at one of two alternative positions to alter the tension. The alternative positions permit a tensioning process that extends the lifetime of elastic cords having a fabric sheath. This independent tension of each elastic member is via connector member that grips the rebounding mat but also grasps opposing the ends of the elastic members as well as central portion thereof so that two segment of the cord between each end and the central portion are preferably wrapped around the trampoline frame.

Abstract: The invention is a jogging trampoline apparatus that is one consistent path on a trampoline that forms an outer boundary of an empty enclosure allowing an individual to run in a consistent path. The jogging trampoline apparatus forms a track where the runner can jog complete loops. The jogging trampoline apparatus has an inner frame that is encompassed by an outer frame where a material substantially covers the area between the frames coupled by elastic elements. The trampoline is several jumping surfaces connected without the use of additional cross frame sections allowing the apparatus to maintain a consistent bounce throughout the entire jumping surface and minimize injury risk.

Abstract: A half-pipe trampoline is comprised of a horizontal trampoline runway with inclined trampoline beds angled approximately 45-53 degrees relative to the surface of the horizontal trampoline runway. The inclined trampoline beds are positioned all along the length of the horizontal trampoline runway, thus creating a three-dimensional corridor or track of flexible trampoline surface for the participants. The inclined trampoline beds are connected directly to the horizontal trampoline runway, rather than to a rigid frame. To accomplish this, rigid frames are positioned around the periphery of the trampoline surfaces rather than underneath those surfaces, keeping them well away from the trampoline surfaces. Chains and springs are used to span the distance between frames and the horizontal trampoline runway. Additional chain is stretched from the horizontal trampoline runway to the floor to keep the inclined trampoline beds from pulling on the horizontal trampoline runway.

Abstract: A trampoline game has a trampoline with a trampoline frame and a trampoline bed. The trampoline bed is connected to the trampoline frame by a plurality of springs. A gun has an infrared emitter emitting an infrared signal. A target has one or more infrared receivers capable of receiving a signal from the infrared emitter of the gun. A second gun also has an infrared emitter emitting an infrared signal, and the target is capable of receiving an infrared signal from the second gun. A bounce sensor can be used for sensing user bounces. The bounce sensor outputs data which could be sent to a microprocessor. Defined game parameters may be stored in memory programmed into a microprocessor that receives data.

Abstract: An enclosure assembly (22) for use with a trampoline assembly (10) comprises a plurality of support arches (32) including at least a first support arch (32A) and a second support arch (32B) that are hingably secured to a base frame (14). The second support arch (32B) overlaps the first support arch (32A) and is selectively secured to the first support arch (32A). The plurality of support arches (32) can further include a third support arch (32C) and a fourth support arch (32D) that are hingably secured to the base frame (14). The third support arch (32C) and the fourth support arch (32D) overlap and are selectively secured to at least one of the other support arches (32). The plurality of support arches (32) are selectively movable between an upright configuration and a collapsed configuration. When the first support arch (32A) is in the upright configuration, one or more of the other support arches (32B-32D) are inhibited from being moved from the upright configuration to the collapsed configuration.

Abstract: A trampoline is disclosed that includes first, second, and third frame members, a pole member, and a sleeve joint coupling. The sleeve joint coupling includes a first arm with a first passage, a second arm with a second passage, a third arm extending away from the second arm and including a third passage, and an aperture. The first passage has a first axis, and the second and third passages shares a substantially common axis. The first axis is substantially perpendicular to the substantially common axis. The first frame member is received in the first passage, the second frame member is received in the second passage, the third frame member is received in the third passage, and the pole member is received in the aperture to extend away from the first frame member. At least one of the second and third arms defines an uppermost surface of the sleeve joint coupling.

Abstract: A fence surrounds a trampoline and extends above the rebounding surface, reducing the risk of injury. Shock absorption is aided in the preferred embodiment by a support system of independent poles, linked at their tops by a flexible strap or line. An impact anywhere on the fence causes the posts to flex inwardly, absorbing the force. Much of this impact injury is stored in system components and is subsequently returned, helping propel an errant jumper back onto to the rebounding surface. Numerous other embodiments and accessories are also detailed. Similar arrangements are suitable for use with above ground pools.

Abstract: The invention is a multiple surface trampoline where at least one surface is at an angle incline and one jumping material covers multiple surfaces continuously. The trampoline has a cross section wherever two surfaces at differing angles intersect and that cross section has tension supports that secure the cross section to a support cross bar. The tension supports eliminate the no bounce effect that occurs with prior art, which in turn reduces the risk of injury to persons who use the trampolines.

Abstract: A support frame for the multiple jumping surfaces making up a trampoline park utilizes multiple trampoline support grid arrays, each consisting of support cable segments supported by a rectangular array of individual support columns. Each cable segment is attached to a separate pair of support columns within the array. Cross-brace cables likewise are attached to and extend between each separate pair of support columns. The adjacent paired support columns support the individual trampoline beds, with the loading occasioned by jumping users rapidly transferred to ground—the vertical loading through the support columns and the horizontal loading through the cross-brace cabling. The support frame includes peripheral support grid arrays having an outer grid of peripheral support columns with attached kick braces extending to adjacent outer support columns, completing the peripheral horizontal load paths.

Abstract: A nozzle assembly has a main body that is hollow. A hose connection is formed on the main body to receive a fluid. A stem extends away from the main body, and the stem is hollow. A tip is formed on an end of the stem, and the tip has a fluid outlet. An extension member extends away from the main body. A balloon retainer is connected to the extension member. The balloon retainer has an opening facing the fluid outlet. The balloon retainer is shaped so that inflation of a balloon to a greater inflation pulls a neck of the balloon off the stem to a released position so that the balloon flies off the stem.

Abstract: A fence surrounds a trampoline and extends above the rebounding surface, reducing the risk of injury. Shock absorption is aided in the preferred embodiment by a support system of independent poles, linked at their tops by a flexible strap or line. An impact anywhere on the fence causes the posts to flex inwardly, absorbing the force. Much of this impact injury is stored in system components and is subsequently returned, helping propel an errant jumper back onto to the rebounding surface. Numerous other embodiments and accessories are also detailed. Similar arrangements are suitable for use with above ground pools.

Abstract: A trampoline includes a rebounding portion and a circular support rack. The rebounding portion includes a pad and a plurality of elastic members located on the circumference of the pad. The circular support rack is located around the rebounding portion and connected to the elastic members, and includes an inner ring side facing the rebounding portion and an outer ring side opposite to the inner ring side, and also includes at least one first support tube and one second support tube. The first support tube and second support tube have respectively a bent tube section, a first coupling end and a second coupling end corresponding to the first coupling end. The first coupling end includes a first support section located on the inner ring side, a second support section located on the outer ring side and at least one first ridge between the first and second support sections.

Abstract: A trampoline has a trampoline bed with a bounding surface, and a trampoline bed bounding surface. A trampoline frame holds the bounding surface substantially horizontally to provide an area for a user. A balloon coupler is attached to the trampoline. A bounce module is mounted underneath the trampoline bed bounding surface. The bounce module is placed to receive motion from a user. The user activates a mode of the bounce module during jumping. A conduit hose is attached to the balloon coupler. A one-way valve is configured to regulate flow only to the balloon, and blocking any flow away from the balloon. A pump may pump water or air to the balloon. A balloon is attached to the balloon coupler so that the balloon is in fluid communication with the conduit hose.

Abstract: A trampoline includes a frame, a protective circular net and a jumping portion. The frame has a circular base rack, a plurality of legs and circular net support racks respectively at two sides of the circular base rack. The jumping portion is located in the circular base rack and includes a flexible mat and a plurality of elastic support members having one end coupled on the flexible mat and another end fastened to the circular base rack. The protective circular net is hung on the circular net support racks. The protective circular net is held by a reinforced coupling portion which includes a holding section fastened to the flexible mat and a retaining section threaded through by at least one tightening member. The protective circular net has a lower edge with a plurality of apertures formed thereon threaded through by the tightening member to couple with the retaining section.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a novel suspension device used in producing a composition, such as, but not limited to, a polyimide composition. The suspension device in its most general form comprises a support element and an attachment element. The attachment element is in communication at one of its ends with the support element and at the other with a workpiece, such as a poly(amic acid) or polyimide workpiece. The suspension device may further comprise additional elements. The suspension device maintains the workpiece in a suspended state during processing so as to reduce or eliminate processing-related defects.

Abstract: A way to attach a trampoline enclosure to a trampoline frame is described. This process involving constructing the enclosure with a buttonhole at or near its bottom edge. This buttonhole is designed to receive a spring attachment feature located on the rebounding mat of the trampoline structure. Generally, this spring attachment feature will be the D-ring (or V-ring) that is used to attach the rebounding mat to the springs. The D-ring will pass through the buttonhole and, when connected to a corresponding spring, will securely attach the trampoline enclosure to the trampoline.