Stair exerciser apparatus
US8702571B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 13, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2230/06
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention relates to a stair exercise device for simulating stair climbing, the device having a plurality of steps which are activated by the weight of a person walking up them. A stationary platform at the base of the stair exercise device sends a signal to a controller to bring the exercise device to a controlled stop when an operator steps onto the platform. The steps of the exercise device stop in a predetermined location when the exercise device comes to a controlled stop, ensuring proper step location to allow the operator to easily enter and exit the exercise device. Steps have a step platform of a different color than the risers between steps to aid in foot placement.
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