DE202016103071U1 - Device for performing exercises by a user - Google Patents

Abstract

A device for performing exercises by a user, the device (100) comprising: - a first structure (PTH) providing a support floor on which the user positions himself, with two or more detection areas (10) for the user's step, which are arranged at different locations of the support floor, wherein each of the detection areas (10) has at least one detection unit with at least one sensor for the stepping operation; At least one control circuit in conjunction with each of the recognition units, which includes a communication interface for interacting with at least one computing device for the circuit to receive commands regarding an exercise to be performed by the user and, based on the received commands, activation and / or or deactivation of each of the recognition units coordinated; - a second structure (PTV) is provided, with - coupling means on one of its side surfaces for immovable connection with the first structure (PTH) hereby forming a solid angle; and - two or more detection areas (10) arranged at different locations on a surface of the second structure (PTV), each of the detection areas (10) comprising at least one unit for detecting the contact or proximity to a body part of the user, including at least one hand or foot having at least one sensor of a detection area; and - the control circuit is connected to each of the second structure recognizing units (PTV) for coordinated operation with the first structure recognizing units (PTH) in accordance with the received commands.

Description

The invention generally relates to a device for performing exercises. In particular, there is proposed an apparatus for performing exercises by at least one user having two structures capable of interconnecting a solid angle, one of which provides a floor on which the user positions to perform the exercises, and the other provides a vertical or inclined plane with respect to the first structure, and has a control circuit that coordinates the activation and / or deactivation of a plurality of recognition units included in the two structures during the performance of the exercise.

background

From the document US 8,496,527 B2 For example, a capacitive interface for a gaming device is known. The interface includes a carpet and a probe, the carpet comprising a dielectric layer disposed between two conductive layers, one of which comprises different conductive regions. In this patent, each region is selectively connected to a capacitance sensor susceptible to a signal capacitively coupled to one of the conductive regions. The probe may be incorporated in the feet of a user and change a capacitive coupling of the signal.

From the document WO 2009/042662 A2 For example, a dance platform is known that includes a plurality of conductive panels and incorporates a design that prevents the electrostatic discharge from damaging the electronic circuitry of the platform. The dance stage also integrates reaction or feedback means to the user.

From the document US 2008/0004111 A1 For example, another video game controller is known that includes a platform for entry to position itself while performing a video game. The controller also includes two detection units with respective light chambers that define the location of the player's appearance during the performance.

At present, however, no device such as those mentioned above is known for performing exercises (dance, coordination, balance, responsiveness, agility, psychomotor, etc.) in three dimensions, which is also portable, with two structures forming the one solid angle are co-operable with each other, coordinated to display the exercises for a user.

Summary

It is a device proposed for performing exercises by a user.

In one aspect, the apparatus includes a first structure that provides a support floor upon which the user positions to perform exercises, generally with multiple user detection areas of the user at various locations on the support floor. Each of these detection areas has a unit with at least one sensor for detecting the tread event. In addition, the device includes a control circuit in conjunction with each of the recognition units, which includes a communication interface for interacting with a computing device (eg, PC, tablet, smartphone) to receive and receive commands regarding a game to be performed by the user Based on the commands received, the activation and / or deactivation of each of the recognition units coordinated.

The device has a second structure comprising on one of its side surfaces coupling means for immovable connection to the first structure, forming a solid angle therewith. There are provided two or more detection areas arranged at different locations on a surface of the second structure, each of the detection areas having at least one unit for detecting the contact or proximity to a body part of the user (for example, a hand, a foot, etc.). containing at least one sensor.

Likewise, the control circuit is also connected to each of the recognition units of the second structure for coordinated operation with the recognition units of the first structure in accordance with the received commands.

The device may be portable, whereby its transport and use are easily made possible in different places in a simple manner and without the need to be permanently attached to a wall or the floor. This is achieved by separating the two structures. In addition, the device is modular. According to this preferred embodiment, the device consists of seven modules, the first structure comprising three modules, all of which have the same dimensions, and the second structure comprising four, also identical modules. In order to enable the coupling or connection of the various modules with each other, each contains, on at least one of its side surfaces, coupling means (for example, a Quick-connect mechanism or quick-assembly mechanism without screws).

In one embodiment, the device comprises nine recognition units per structure, preferably true to the distance.

The detection units may, in addition to a sensor, a lighting unit (preferably an LED diode), which is associated with the sensor. The Sensors The sensors may be capacitive, contact sensors, or any other type that permits their activation by kicking, contacting, and / or being close to a human body part of the user.

The first structure may comprise, at least in the tread for the user, a light and durable material, for example rubber, and the second structure is formed by a metal frame coated with a material having elastic properties, for example rubber.

The device may include an audio interface in conjunction with the control circuit for broadcasting sounds (eg, music) while performing the exercise. The broadcasting of the sounds may be in accordance with the kicks, the contact or the proximity of a body part of the user to the detection units.

The device may include means embedded in each of the recognition units for providing a response or feedback to the user, upon entering, contacting, or approaching a corresponding recognition unit with a body part of the user while performing an exercise. The response or feedback may include any of a visible, audible, or vibrational signal, or combinations of the foregoing.

The control circuit may include wireless technology means (WIFI, 3G, Bluetooth, radio frequency) and / or cabled technology means for interacting with the computing device and receiving the instructions to perform the exercise.

The proposed device, unlike the known devices, due to the specific arrangement of the recognition units in both the vertical or upright as well as in the horizontal position, allows the training of users of different body size and circumference, with the training of a wide range of physical properties (coordination, balance , Reaction / reflex speed, agility, cardiovascular resistance, speed, strength, psychomotor, etc.) is possible.

The device may also function using either the body weight of the user himself performing the exercise, or various accessories.

Description of exemplary embodiments

Hereinafter, further embodiments will be described with reference to a figure.

The single figure shows an embodiment of a device 100 for performing exercises (including dance, coordination, balance, responsiveness, agility, psychomotor) by a user. According to this preferred embodiment, the device comprises 100 two structures, a first and a second PTH, PTV, which are connected to one another at one of their side surfaces forming a solid angle, and a control circuit (not shown for the sake of clarity of the figure). How out 1 As can be seen, the first structure PTH provides a support floor on which the user positions himself to perform the exercise.

The device 100 can be easily transported by separating the two structures PTH, PTV and possibly degrading the components thereof, since it is portable, and can be easily used in different places, without the need to be permanently attached to a wall or a floor.

In this preferred embodiment, both structures PTH, PTV comprise nine detection areas 10 spaced equidistant at their surface and containing one (or more than one) detection unit with one or more sensors (contact, capacitive, etc.). It should be noted that in other embodiments (not shown) the device has more or less detection areas 10 may be larger or smaller in size, with even a continuous or quasi-continuous detection area 10 can be trained. Preferably, the number of detection areas 10 the first structure PTH always equal to the number of detection areas 10 the second structure PTV, although this is not limiting.

The control circuit is associated with each of the detection units of the detection areas 10 communicates and includes a communication interface for receiving (wirelessly or via a wired technology) commands relating to the exercise of a computing device (also not shown in the figure), such as a personal computer, a tablet computer, a smartphone, etc. The Control circuit coordinates based on the commands, the activation and / or deactivation of each of the recognition units of the two structures PTH, PTV, so that a simultaneous functioning of the recognition units of the two structures PTH, PTV is enabled.

It also contains in the device 100 Each of the recognition units of the two structures PTH, PTV is a light unit, preferably an LED diode, associated with the sensor (s). The light units enable to enhance the motivation of the user while performing the exercise and provide feedback or feedback about the intensity thereof via a color gamut.

Each sensor, or group of sensors, in a respective detection unit is formed by electronic components that provide the necessary components for detecting the activities performed by the user during the exercise (kick, contact or proximity of a part of the human body to a detection zone), Integrate control of the light units and communicate with the control circuit.

The first structure PTH comprises, at least in the tread for the user, a light and resistant material, for example rubber, and the second structure PTV comprises a metal frame coated with a material having elastic properties, for example a rubber, which also provides a suitable material Gives design finish.

The proposed device 100 is modular and preferably formed from seven independent modules that facilitate their transport. The first structure PTH, which provides a floor, comprises three modules 12 , and the second structure PTV, vertical, four modules 13 , Each of the modules includes on at least one of its side surfaces coupling means, such as quick connectors, for connection or mating with each other with other modules.

In some embodiments, the device 100 and an audio interface in conjunction with the control circuit for broadcasting sounds, such as music, while the user is performing the exercise.

As indicated above, the control circuit receives the instructions to perform the exercise from a computing device. The computing device includes software or a computer program that enables the display of various exercise execution modes (exercise program, trials / tests, group exercises, etc.) allowing for the performance of a large number of different exercises and the process and results of the user be controlled, in particular: individual condition exercises; individual competition exercises; Fitness exercises for couples; Cooperation exercises on couples; Competition exercises in pairs; Establishment of individual and collective leaderboards; Measurement of physical condition using various tests.

In addition to software for operating the device 100 There is a wearable technology application that allows the user to select and configure the various exercises and receive heart rate and calorie consumption information. As well as a summary at the end of it.

The features disclosed in the above description, the claims and the figure may be important both individually and in any combination for the realization of the various embodiments.

QUOTES INCLUDE IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Cited patent literature

• US 8496527 B2 [0002]
• WO 2009/042662 A2 [0003]
• US 2008/0004111 A1 [0004]

Claims (14)

Device for performing exercises by a user, the device ( 100 ) comprising: - a first structure (PTH) providing a support floor on which the user positions himself, with two or more detection areas (PTH) 10 ) for the user's step, which are arranged at different locations of the support floor, wherein each of the detection areas ( 10 ) has at least one recognition unit with at least one sensor for the stepping process; At least one control circuit in conjunction with each of the recognition units, which includes a communication interface for interacting with at least one computing device for the circuit to receive commands regarding an exercise to be performed by the user and, based on the received commands, activation and / or or deactivation of each of the recognition units coordinated; - a second structure (PTV) is provided, with - coupling means on one of its side surfaces for immovable connection with the first structure (PTH) hereby forming a solid angle; and two or more detection areas ( 10 ) arranged at different locations on a surface of the second structure (PTV), each of the detection areas ( 10 ) at least one unit for detecting the contact or the proximity to a body part of the user, including at least one hand or foot, having at least one sensor of a detection area; and - the control circuit is connected to each of the second structure recognizing units (PTV) for coordinated operation with the first structure recognizing units (PTH) in accordance with the received commands. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that it is portable by separating the two structures (PTH, PTV). Device according to claim 2, characterized by a modular construction, wherein the first structure (PTH) has three modules (PTH). 12 ) and the second structure (PTV) four modules ( 13 ), each of the modules having at least one of its side surfaces coupling means ( 14 ) for connection to each other with other modules. Apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that the first structure (PTH) comprises a light and resistant material at least in the tread surface, and the second structure (PTV) is formed by a metal frame which is coated with a material having elastic properties. Device according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that nine detection areas are provided for each structure (PTH, PTV). Apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that the recognition units are spaced. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises an audio interface which is arranged to emit sounds in connection with the control circuit during the performance of the exercise in interacting with the detection areas. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that means are provided which are embedded in each of the recognition units of the first and second structures (PTH, PTV) for providing a response or feedback to the user when entering, contacting or approaching to a corresponding recognition unit with a body part of the user while performing an exercise. Apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that the reaction or the feedback comprises a visible, audible or vibration signal or combinations of the foregoing. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that each of the detection units of the first and second structure (PTH, PTV) also includes a lighting unit, which is associated with the at least one sensor. Apparatus according to claim 10, characterized in that the sensors comprise at least capacitive or contact sensors. Device according to one of claims 10 or 11, characterized in that the lighting units comprise at least one LED diode. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that the control circuit includes wireless technology means for interacting with the computing device. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that the control circuit includes means with cable technology for interacting with the computing device.

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