EP2689815A1 - Tragbare Vorrichtung zur Verwendung während körperlicher Betätigung - Google Patents

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EP2689815A1
EP2689815A1 EP12178275.9A EP12178275A EP2689815A1 EP 2689815 A1 EP2689815 A1 EP 2689815A1 EP 12178275 A EP12178275 A EP 12178275A EP 2689815 A1 EP2689815 A1 EP 2689815A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
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  • the present invention relates to a lightweight handheld device for use during exercise, for example during running, comprising an elongated handgrip having at least one attachment point, said device having a first end and a second end. Furthermore, the present invention also relates to a plug-in unit adapted to be attached to said attachment point.
  • arm fatigue which has caused runners to hold their arms at their sides in lieu of the usual cocked position is held by some to be the reason for hastening exhaustion of the runner.
  • many runner experience a discomfortable and painful diaphragm cramp, also known as stitch, during running.
  • stitch a discomfortable and painful diaphragm cramp
  • runners Another problem also experienced by runners, as well as by other participants in outdoor exercise, is that it is difficult to bring things along, such as keys, money, music players, exercise monitoring devices etc., during exercise.
  • bags and backpack for runners are bulky and slide up and down along the runner's body due to the motion of running, which is uncomfortable and can even cause redness or injury to the skin.
  • runners may carry devices in their pocket, however the risk of the device falling out is substantial and devices in pockets move while the runner is running similarly to bags and backpacks.
  • Runners may hold devices in their hand; however the risk dropping the device and breaking it and/or losing it is substantial.
  • devices such as wrist watches with pulse meters, that the runner may wear on his body, however as the known devices most often have only a one or a few functionalities the runner is still required to carry along other necessary devices in bags or pockets.
  • US 5,556,003 discloses a handheld personal defense apparatus and a companion exercise apparatus.
  • the disclosed defense apparatus comprises an aerosol canister of defense fluid and a battery powered siren, while the accompanying exercise apparatus includes a stop watch and a pedometer, a flashlight and a storage compartment.
  • US 5,556,003 further discloses that these apparatuses may be weighted to have approximately equal weight and thus, when used in combination provide additional aerobic exercise to benefit the user.
  • the personal defense apparatus and the exercise apparatus are disclosed to function as exercise weights.
  • Carrying hand weights during exercise such as running increases the risk of experiencing arm fatigue and may even decrease the active exercise time before arm fatigue is experienced. Also, carrying hand weights may also contribute to tension and pain in the arm, shoulder and neck muscles.
  • an object of the present invention is to provide a device which improves exercise experience, in particular running experience. Another object of the invention is to provide a device that counteracts arm fatigue and stitch during exercise. Another object of the present invention is to allow the exerciser to carry along devices of his or her choice in a comfortable way.
  • a lightweight handheld device for use during exercise comprising an elongated handgrip having at least one attachment point, the device comprising a first end and a second end, wherein at least one of the first end and the second end comprises a detachable plug-in unit, which unit comprises a functionality and is adapted to be attached to the handgrip at the attachment point.
  • the at least one plug-in unit prefferably be detachable and therefore exchangeable, so that the runner may adapt the handheld device to his or her current exercise needs.
  • the handgrip it has been experienced by many, that holding a device in your hand while running may decrease the discomfort and pain associated with diaphragm cramps, however carrying devices during exercise may be strainious. Therefore, it is also advantageous for the handgrip to be adapted for ergonomical and comfortable hold, allowing the exerciser to avoid undesired muscle tension and pain during exercise.
  • the handheld device is advantageous for the handheld device to be of little weight as to avoid repetitive stress injury from carrying a device of substantial weight.
  • a lightweight device also decreases the risk of experiencing arm fatigue and may even contribute to the user increasing the time he or she spends exercising.
  • the light weight of the handgrip is advantageous in order to prevent or decrease arm fatigue and undesired tension of and pain in arm, shoulder and neck muscles as well as diaphragm cramps.
  • the term “lightweight” refers to a weight of less than 250 g.
  • a handheld device wherein the weight of said device is less than 250 g, preferably less than 200 g, more preferably less than 150 g and most preferably less than 100 g.
  • a handheld device wherein the weight of said device is less than 250 g, such as less than 225 g, preferably less than 200 g. In other preferred embodiments the weight of said device is less than 175 g; less than 150 g; less than 125 g; less than 100 g; less than 75 g; less than 60 g or less than 50 g.
  • the handgrip is partially hollow, such that it fits part of or the entire plug-in unit inside the handgrip.
  • the handgrip may be hollow at one of the said first and second ends, such as hollow at the end whereto the plug-in unit is adapted to be attached.
  • a handheld device wherein the at least one functionality is selected from the group comprising storage means, alarm means, timing means, exercise monitoring means, illuminating means, navigation means, communication means and entertainment means.
  • storage means includes for example storage containers, storage boxes, storage bags or any suitable object that can be used to hold things.
  • alarm means includes for example audible alarms, visual alarms and silent alarms, for example an alarm transmitted wirelessly to a central dispatch location for security provision.
  • timing means includes for example timers, stop watches and clocks.
  • exercise monitoring means includes for example pedometers, pulse meters, heart rate monitors, distance monitors, duration monitors and calorie meters for counting the number of calories burned.
  • the term "illuminating means” includes for example flashlights, incandescent lamps, halogen lamps, non-incandescent lamps, gas discharge lamps (such as fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps (CFL), cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL)) high-intensity discharge lamps, chemoluminescent lamps and electroluminescent (EL) lamps for example light-emitting diodes (LEDs).
  • gas discharge lamps such as fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps (CFL), cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL)
  • high-intensity discharge lamps chemoluminescent lamps and electroluminescent (EL) lamps for example light-emitting diodes (LEDs).
  • LEDs light-emitting diodes
  • vigation means includes for example navigators, GPS, altitude monitors, compasses for example magnetic, dry, bearing and liquid compasses.
  • the term "communication means” includes for example mobile communication, such as Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) for example EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) referred as EGPRS, third generation (3G) UMTS standard ,fourth generation (4G) LTE Advanced standards and other suitable systems.
  • GSM Global System for Mobile Communications
  • EDGE Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution
  • 3G Third generation
  • 4G fourth generation
  • LTE Advanced Long Term Evolution
  • the term "entertainment means” includes for example digital audio players for playing prerecorded sound material, receivers and audio players of digital and/or analog radio signals as well as internet based audio streaming services, such as podcasts, and registered user based streaming services, such as for example Spotify.
  • a handheld device with a storage means comprising a storage container.
  • the storage means comprises a container within the plug-in unit, such that the container fits for example money or keys.
  • said container may be adapted to fit a desired item, for example medicine, such as asthma medicine.
  • said storage means comprises a weight adapted to counterbalance a functionality.
  • said storage means is of a weight which is substantially equal to a functionality.
  • a handheld device with an alarm means comprising an audible alarm.
  • An audible alarm may emit a loud siren-like alarming sound to attract attention in order to scare off an assailant.
  • the sound emitted can also have the effect of distracting, disorienting, or surprising the assailant.
  • the alarm may additionally send information by wireless communication to a police station, security company or the similar. This is advantageous as this way authorities are immediately informed about an undergoing attack.
  • the alarm may be activated by a simple hand motion as during an attack there may be no time to perform complicated operations.
  • a handheld device with an alarm means, wherein the alarm means is adapted to be activated when a pin is detached from its attachment point in the plug-in unit comprising the alarm.
  • one end of said pin comprises a micro-USB. When the micro-USB is disconnected from its micro-USB port said alarm is activated.
  • said pin in attached by mechanical snap function, such that said attachment is broken upon pulling said pin whereby said alarm is activated.
  • the assailant may grab hold of the victim and prevent the victim from actuating the audible alarm by a two hand motion.
  • the alarm means is adapted to be activated by releasing hold of the handheld device. This may be achieved by a wristband attached to the pin comprising the alarm. When the handheld device is released from the user's hand, the wristband pulls on the pin, whereby said pin is detached from its attachment point and thereby the alarm is activated.
  • an alarm means wherein said alarm means comprises a pin attached to a wrist band.
  • the alarm means may be actuated by pulling on said plug-in unit.
  • the alarm means may be actuated by twisting said plug-in unit around the longitudinal axis of the handheld device.
  • the alarm means may be actuated by pushing the plug-in unit in the direction of the attachment point. This may be achieved by exerting a force on the plug-in unit, for example by hitting it against the ground, a structure such as a building, a rock or a tree or against the body of the victim or the assailant.
  • the alarm means may be actuated by releasing hold of the handheld device. This may be achieved by a wristband attached to the plug-in unit comprising the alarm. When the handheld device is released from the user's hand, the wristband pulls on the plug-in unit and activates the alarm.
  • the alarm means may comprise a visual alarm, such as a blinking or flashing light or other suitable visual alarm.
  • the alarm means may comprise both a visual and an audible alarm.
  • the alarm means may further comprise a silent alarm, for example an alarm transmitted wirelessly to a central dispatch location for security provision.
  • the alarm means may comprise a dog repellent, such as an ultrasonic dog repellent.
  • the ultrasonic dog repellent may be an electronic dog repellent or a whistle, such as a dog whistle (also known as silent whistle or Galton's whistle).
  • the alarm means may comprise an aerosol canister of a defense fluid, such as tear gas, MACE® or pepper spray.
  • a defense fluid such as tear gas, MACE® or pepper spray.
  • a handheld device wherein said handheld device comprises at least two alarm means selected from the group comprising audible alarms, visual alarms, silent alarms, dog repellents and aerosol canisters of defense fluid.
  • a handheld device with a timing means which comprises a stop watch.
  • the timing means may be used for recording time information related to the exercise.
  • the timing means comprises a timer or a combined stop watch and timer.
  • the timing means comprises a display for digitally displaying the recorded information.
  • a handheld device with an exercise monitoring means, which comprises a pedometer.
  • the pedometer records at least one of the following: the number of steps taken, the duration of the exercise and the number of calories burned.
  • a handheld device with an exercise monitoring means comprising a pulse meter.
  • a handheld device with an illuminating means, for example comprising a flashlight.
  • the power required by the illuminating means is supplied by a power supply within the plug-in unit.
  • a handheld device with a navigation means, for example comprising global positioning system (GPS).
  • GPS global positioning system
  • said navigation means may provide means for monitoring the distance of the exercise.
  • the navigation means may be adapted to provide information about the runner's location.
  • the navigation means further comprises a display for displaying recorded information and/or information about upcoming terrain and/or a map.
  • a handheld device with communications means, for example comprising Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM).
  • GSM Global System for Mobile Communications
  • a handheld device with an entertainment means, for example comprising a digital audio player, such as a player of prerecorded sound material or of analog or digital radio broadcasts or of internet based audio streams, such as podcasts, and registered user based streams such as for example Spotify.
  • a digital audio player such as a player of prerecorded sound material or of analog or digital radio broadcasts or of internet based audio streams, such as podcasts, and registered user based streams such as for example Spotify.
  • the entertainment means further comprise wireless headphones.
  • a handheld device further comprising a power supply.
  • said power supply may be a supply of electrical power or compressed gas.
  • the plug-in unit further comprises a power supply such as batteries, for example exchangeable batteries or rechargeable batteries or a means for supplying power to and thereby charging rechargeable batteries built into the plug-in unit.
  • a power supply such as batteries, for example exchangeable batteries or rechargeable batteries or a means for supplying power to and thereby charging rechargeable batteries built into the plug-in unit.
  • a handheld device wherein the plug-in unit further comprises a power supply.
  • the power supply comprises batteries, such as exchangable batteries or rechargeable batteries.
  • the plug-in unit comprising rechargable batteries is adapted to be recharged by plugging said plug-in unit into a charger plugged into a power source, such as a power outlet or a power supplying device.
  • a power source such as a power outlet or a power supplying device.
  • the plug-in unit comprising rechargable batteries may be recharged by plugging it into a computer unit, such as a stationary computer, laptop or tablet computer, mobile phone or other suitable device.
  • a handheld device wherein the plug-in unit comprises at least one data communication port.
  • said data communication port is selected from the group comprising Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports, mini-USB ports, micro-USB ports, USB On-The-Go ports.
  • USB Universal Serial Bus
  • a handheld device wherein the plug-in unit comprises more than one functionality.
  • the plug-in unit comprises at least two functionalities selected from pulse meter, GPS, GSM and audible alarm.
  • the plug-in unit comprises pulse meter, GPS, GSM and audible alarm.
  • the plug-in unit comprises pulse meter, GPS and audible alarm.
  • the plug-in unit comprises pulse meter and GPS.
  • the handheld device may comprise two plug-in units comprising at least two functionalities.
  • a handheld device wherein the first end and the second end comprise plug-in units, each comprising at least one functionality, wherein said functionalities may be the same or different.
  • the handheld device is secured to the hand of the exerciser so that it is not dropped accidentally.
  • a handheld device further comprising a wrist band.
  • said plug-in unit may be provided with an attachment point for a wristband. This may be advantageous since a wristband prevents the used from dropping the handheld device even when he or she released hold of the device.
  • a handheld device further comprising a strap which extends between the attachment point of the first plug-in unit and the second end or the attachment point of the second plug in unit, when present.
  • a strap or wristband prevents the exerciser from accidently dropping the device upon involuntarily or purposefully loosening his or her grip. Furthermore, it is advantageous that the strap or wristband is reflective such that it improves the ability to see the exerciser in the dark when in vicinity of a light emitting source and hence also improves safety, for example while running at the road side or in other areas with vehicle traffic.
  • a plug-in unit comprising a functionality which unit is adapted to be attached to a handheld device according to the present invention.
  • a plug-in unit wherein the functionality is defined according to the above. It is advantageous that the plug-in units are detachable and hence exchangeable such that the exerciser may adapt the handheld device to his current desires and needs. For example, a runner may choose to plug in a plug-in unit comprising exercise monitoring means for a day time run in a familiar area and choose alarm means for an evening run in a park.
  • Fig 1 is a plan view of the handheld device 1.
  • the handheld device 1 comprises an elongated handgrip 2 made out of light weight material that is comfortable to hold.
  • the handgrip may comprise a hollow, or partially hollow, casing or a solid elongated rod or the like.
  • the handgrip 2 is a partially hollow at one end, such that it fits part 8 of the plug-in unit 6 or all of the plug-in unit 6 inside the handgrip (see Fig 4 ).
  • the plug-in unit 6 is adapted to be able to rotate 180° when attached to the handgrip 2.
  • the shape of the cross section of the handgrip 2 may be circular, oval, hexagonal, octagonal or any other suitable shape which enables an ergonomical hold.
  • the handgrip 2 is adapted to be left or right hand specific. It may further be advantageous that the size of the handgrip 2 is adapted to different hand sizes. It may be advantageous that the handgrip 2 comprises a softer section in the vicinity of the second end 3 adapted for comfortable positioning of the thumb.
  • the shape of the cross section is hexagonal with rounded corners and with two parallel sides longer than then remaining four sides.
  • the handgrip 2 may comprise an inner section made of plastic, composite material or other suitable material.
  • the handgrip 2 may comprise an outer housing adapted to at least partially cover said handgrip 2.
  • the outer housing may be made from a rubber material or neoprene. However, other choices of material are also possible.
  • the outer surface of the handgrip 2 has anti-bacterial properties and or anti-fungal properties.
  • said outer surface may be treated with silver ions or silver nanoparticles.
  • the material comprising the handgrip 2 is cleanable and/or washable. Additionally, it may be advantageous that said material is at least partially water resistant, such as completely water resistant or waterproof.
  • the handgrip 2 further comprises a detector device, such as a plate made from metal, composite material or other suitable material, for use in exercise monitoring such as monitoring of pulse or heart rate.
  • a detector device such as a plate made from metal, composite material or other suitable material, for use in exercise monitoring such as monitoring of pulse or heart rate.
  • the outer housing of the handgrip 2 comprises the detector or that said detector device is located between the outer housing and the inner section of said handgrip 2.
  • the inner section of the handgrip 2 to comprise the detector.
  • the handgrip 2 further comprises at least one actuator, which actuator is mechanically coupled to the plug-in unit 6 comprising a functionality, such that said functionality can be regulated by said actuator.
  • pressing said actuator may mechanically transmit the action to a corresponding actuator within the plug-in unit 6, such that the functionality of the plug-in unit 6 is regulated.
  • said actuator is adapted to simultaneously regulate all functionalities comprised in the plug-in unit 6.
  • the handgrip 2 may comprise at least one actuator, for example 2, 3, 4 or 5, adapted to regulate different functionalities or different aspects of a functionality comprised in the plug-in unit 6.
  • the plug-in unit 6 may comprise an actuator, for example a button or other suitable actuator means.
  • the handheld device curves at two points located in the vicinity of opposite ends 3 and 4 to provide a comfortable hold and prevent the handheld device 1 from slipping in or from the user's hand.
  • other shapes for example with flanges or endplates of significantly larger diameter compared to the handgrip 2, may be suitable.
  • a plug-in unit 6 comprising a functionality is located at the first end 3 of the handheld device 1.
  • the plug-in unit 6 is attached to the handgrip 2 through an attachment point 5.
  • the means of attaching the plug-in unit 6 to the attachment point 5 may be mechanical, such as twisting or screwing, clicking-in means (such as comprising a notch and a receiver), friction based means or magnetic means or other suitable means.
  • the plug-in unit 6 may be adapted to be attached to the handgrip 2 by pressing the plug-in unit 6 into the attachment point 5 such that the plug-in unit 6 is attached at the attachment point by mechanical means.
  • the plug-in unit 6 may be the detached from the attachment point 5 by a slight pulling action.
  • the plug-in unit 6 may be repeatedly attached to and detached from the handgrip 2 by said means and therefore also exchanged for a different plug-in unit comprising a different functionality if so desired.
  • the plug-in unit 6 is at least partially comprised of plastic. It may be advantageous in some embodiments that at least part of the plug-in unit is made from metal or a composite material.
  • Fig 2 is a plan view of the handheld device 1.
  • plug-in units 6 are provided at both the first end 3 and the second end 4 of the handheld device 1.
  • plug in unit may be provided with an attachment point for a wristband. This may be advantageous since a wristband prevents the used from dropping the handheld device 1 even when he or she released hold of the device.
  • Fig 3a and 3b are plan views illustrating an embodiment of the present invention further comprising a strap 7 which extends parallel to the longitudinal axis of the handgrip 2.
  • the strap 7 is attached to the handheld device 1 at or in the proximity of the attachment point 5 close to the first end 3 and extends to the second end 4 of the handheld device 1 as illustrated in Fig 3a .
  • the strap 7 extends between the attachment point 5 close to the first end 3 and the attachment point 5 close to the second end 4 of the handheld device ( Fig 3b ).
  • the strap 7 may be stitched onto the handheld device 1, attached by adhesive means, one or more rivets or by other suitable means. It may be advantageous that the strap 7 is detachable from the handheld device 1 and may therefore be attached by a snap fastener, press stud, Velcro or other suitable means.
  • the strap 7 is made out of material with high reflective properties. In this way the user wearing the straps 7 on his or her hands becomes much more visible in the dark for observers near a light source, such as the driver of a car with its headlights on.
  • Fig 4 is a schematic view of a detached plug-in unit 6 which is adapted to be attached to the handgrip thought the attachment point 5.
  • the handgrip 2 is a partially hollow at one end, such that part 8 of the plug-in unit 6 or the entire plug-in unit 6 fits inside the handgrip 2.
  • plug-in unit 6 is easily attached and detached from the handgrip 2, as this allows for easily exchanging the plug-in unit 6 in order to adapt the handheld device 1 to the user's current needs and desires.
  • the plug-in unit 6 further comprises a digital display for displaying information to the user.
  • information may be related to one or more of the following: the off- or on-state of the device, battery status of the device, distance covered, speed, heart rate and pulse etc. of the user.
  • information may be related to the off- or on-state of the device and battery status of the device.
  • the plug-in unit 6 comprises a visual indicator, such as a light indicator for example a LED light, which indicates information related to the off- or on-state of the device to the user.
  • a visual indicator such as a light indicator for example a LED light
  • the handheld device may be adapted to contain medicine such as pills, asthma medicine, syringes or other which may be important for the wellbeing and health of the user.
  • medicine such as pills, asthma medicine, syringes or other which may be important for the wellbeing and health of the user.
  • the handgrip 2 is provided with a sensor adapted to measure the blood sugar levels, wherein the sensor is adapted to indicate blood sugar levels below a pre-set threshold limit.
  • the sensor may emit an audible alarm or a visual signal to indicate blood sugar levels below the preset threshold limit.
  • a compatible plug-in unit may be adapted to emit said alarm and/or display information about the measured blood sugar level of the user.

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