Exercise device with resistance mechanism having a pivoting arm and a resistance member
US6685607B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 10, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24207
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An exercise device is configured to provide adjustable resistance to the motion of a user exercising with the exercise device. The exercise device includes a frame that at least partially supports an operable assembly. Cooperating with the operable assembly is a resistance assembly that provides a resistance adjustable by the user of the exercise device. The resistance assembly includes an actuating assembly that engages with a pivoting arm. The actuating assembly includes a handle mechanism that is simple to operate and enables a user to easily select a desirable resistance level. A connecting member of the actuating assembly extends from the handle mechanism to a resistance member. Movement of the operable assembly moves the arm toward a fixed end of the resistance member. The connecting member temporarily lengthens the resistance member, while the resistance member inhibits such movement and provides resistance to the exercising user's motion.
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