Braking systems for exercise machines
US11065526B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02P2207/01
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method for using an active braking mechanism to halt the motion of a treadmill belt, or other exercise machine system, when the engine ceases driving it and to hold the belt, or system, after the brake is engaged. The types of braking systems will generally utilize at least one but often two or more forms of electrical braking. Frictional braking systems may also be present, but the electrical braking systems will generally be primarily responsible for braking the belt at high inclines.
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