Positional lock for foot pedals of an elliptical exercise machine
US9604099B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2230/015
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An elliptical exercise machine includes a first foot pedal and a second foot pedal attached to a frame to travel along reciprocating paths. A resistance mechanism is also integrated into the elliptical exercise machine to resist movement of the first and second foot pedals along the reciprocating paths. A locking mechanism is arranged to secure the first and second foot pedals in place and prevent them from moving when the locking mechanism is in a secured mode. The locking mechanism is in communication with a locking input mechanism and is arranged to switch between the secured mode and an operational mode that allows the first and second foot pedals to travel in response to user input received through the locking input mechanism.
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