Differential motion machine
US7179205B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 20, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2220/13
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A differential motion machine for closely simulating natural human motion is provided. A user mountable carriage is designed to slide freely, in the fore and aft directions. The carriage contains a power transfer element, such as pedals, arm levers or the like, which convert the user's motions into a means for propelling the carriage relative to a dynamic element. A dynamic element generally consists of an endless belt or the like driven by a motor or by a slight incline to a base frame which engages the power transfer element. Additionally, a force element causes a force against the carriage preferable relative to the dynamic element. This force to the carriage simulates the drag and other resistances encountered in nature.
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