Compact, elliptical exercise device
US6726600B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2022/067
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A compact, elliptical exercise device includes a pair of primary foot links, and a pair of corresponding auxiliary foot links. A first end of each primary foot link is coupled to a pivot axis so as to move in an arcuate path. A second end of each primary foot link is connected to a guide assembly, which constrains it to travel in a reciprocal path of motion. A first end of each auxiliary foot link is coupled to the guide assembly at a connection point spaced from an engagement point at which its respective primary link is connected. Each auxiliary link is slidably supported by a respective one of its primary foot links so that a second end of each auxiliary foot link will travel in a reciprocal path along the primary foot link.
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