US 10,888,728 B2 · Kinetic resistance apparatus

Abstract

A portable and kinetic motion resistance upper body invention that can be used for a variety of exercises. This invention combines dial tension adjustment clutch sheaves, a variable linear tract bearing and a one piece resistance shock-cord, together these core components achieve a unique minimal impact work-out. The multi-motion and changeable adjustments for this invention, result in a wide variety of muscular stimulation and therapeutic exercises that are non-existent in the fitness and health industry. The outcome of the mechanism can be customized for a particular sport requirement or physio and other therapeutic restorations, or even for case specific industrial and robotic counter-balancing controls. This invention is can also be used as a lift-assist device.

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Dependent claims

An apparatus configured to be mounted to the back of an individual or to a fixed structure, comprising:

a series of sheaves, wherein one or more of the sheaves are tensioned adjustably;
a single length of cord which tracks around the series of sheaves to provide an adjustable tension on the cord, the cord having free ends on each side of the apparatus;
wherein the series of sheaves are tension adjusted for shifting force from a first end of the cord to a second end of the cord;
and
wherein the series of sheaves comprise one or more movable central sheave and one or more linear track bearing, wherein each of the one or more movable central sheave is anchored to and movable along one of the one or more linear track bearing as a result of pulling of the cord.

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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.

Kinetic resistance apparatus

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Kinetic resistance apparatus

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Abstract

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