Treadmill
US9814929B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 23, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2230/01
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A computerized treadmill is provided. The treadmill deck may be fully suspended by a plurality of air suspension elements, such as bellows. The bellows may be pressurized by a computer-controlled compressor feeding a central air reservoir to which each bellows is connected via air hose. The bellows may be dampened to control expansion. A double hinge connecting the deck with frame may control lateral movement and reduce lateral load on the bellows. Incline and decline mechanisms facilitate a variety of deck angles. Control of the treadmill may be by computer, whether integrated or modular, whether traditional, laptop, tablet or smart phone. Control of the treadmill and conveyance of information associated with treadmill operation may be integrated with computer or smart phone applications, whether dedicated or third party.
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