US20100144493A1 - Multi-level adventure system - Google Patents
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Abstract
An adventure system disclosed. The adventure system may include a multi-level climbing apparatus that may include a frameset comprising set of vertical members spaced about a vertical axis and a plurality of horizontal members that define different climbing levels. A slide may be coupled to the multi-level climbing apparatus.
Description
- This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application 60/003,203, filed Nov. 15, 2007, which is incorporated by reference herein as though fully set forth.
- This invention relates to a multi-level climbing apparatus and adventure system, and in particular, to a multi-level climbing apparatus that may be coupled to a slide.
- Artificial climbing walls are popular due to increased physical fitness awareness and interest in climbing and bouldering sports. Climbing wall assemblies may also introduce children to the climbing sports in a safe, convenient and educational manner. Obstacle-type courses are also popular, making climbing fun and challenging to the users.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an adventure system in accordance with this disclosure; -
FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a multi-level climbing structure in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure; -
FIG. 3A and 3B are perspective views of a hexagonal-shaped framesets in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure; -
FIGS. 4A-C are further illustrations of a hexagonal-shaped frameset in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure; -
FIG. 5 is an illustration of a portion of a multi-level climbing apparatus in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure; and -
FIG. 6 is an illustration of a user moving through a portion of a multi-level climbing apparatus in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure. -
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of anadventure system 100 in accordance with this disclosure. Theadventure system 100 may include amulti-level climbing apparatus 110, as will be more fully described below. Theadventure system 100 may also include aslide 160. In one embodiment, theslide 160 may comprise an inflatable slide as is known in the art. Theslide 160 may be coupled to themulti-level climbing structure 110 through aninterface 115. - As an overview of the operation of the
adventure system 100, it is contemplated that a user may enter the multi-level climbing apparatus at a lowest level such as alongpath 105. The user may then climb up through the various levels of themulti-level climbing apparatus 110 and enter theslide 160 through aninterface 115 located at a top-most level. The user may then slide down through theslide 160 along apath 165, and exit theadventure system 100 atexit 170. - Referring now to
FIG. 2 , a perspective view of amulti-level climbing structure 110 in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure is shown. In one exemplary embodiment, themulti-level climbing structure 110 may be comprised of a frameset that maybe formed from steel, preferably a powder-coated steel. In one embodiment, the frameset comprisesvertical members 120 andhorizontal level members 130. It is also preferred that the frameset is formed from a steel that meets all applicable American Society for Testing and Materials (“ASTM”) standards. - The
multi-level climbing structure 110 also includes at least one, and preferably a plurality of, climbing levels defined by thehorizontal members 130 1 through 130 n. Though themulti-level climbing structure 110 ofFIG. 2 illustrates seven climbing levels, any number of levels is possible. - As can be seen from
FIG. 2 , theclimbing levels 130 1 through 130 n are arranged as a vertically-oriented concentric stack affixed to, and supported by, thevertical members 120. In one preferred embodiment, thehorizontal members 130 measure approximately 8 feet per side, though other sizes and shapes are possible as will be shown below. In a further preferred embodiment, thelevels 130 may be vertically spaced apart at a distance of 24 inches, though other spacing schemes are possible. - To enhance the safety of the
adventure system 100, anetting 140 may be disposed about the outer perimeter of themulti-level climbing structure 110. - Additionally, a
landing pad 150 may be provided at the base of themulti-level climbing structure 110 to provide a soft surface above the ground. -
FIG. 3A and 3B are perspective views of a hexagonal-shapedmulti-level climbing structure 300 in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure.FIG. 3A illustrates a hexagonal-shaped frameset formed from a series of parallelvertical members 310 and at least one horizontal ring-shaped member 320, referred to herein asring 320. As can be seen fromFIG. 3A , a series ofrings 320 may be stacked in a concentric, vertical fashion to achieve a desired height for themulti-level climbing structure 300. -
FIG. 3B is illustrates a hexagonal-shaped frameset including intertwinedwebbing straps 330 disposed in the plane defined by thering 320, forming a climbing surface as will be described in more detail below. With eachring 320 corresponding to a separate climbing level, the number of levels may be chosen by utilizing a desired number ofrings 320. -
FIGS. 4A-C are further illustrations of a hexagonal-shaped frameset in accordance with the teachings of this invention.FIG. 4A illustrates a hexagonal-shaped frameset 400 formed from a series of parallelvertical members 410 and at least onehorizontal ring 420. As can be seen fromFIG. 4A , a series ofrings 420 may be stacked in a concentric, vertical fashion as illustrated herein to achieve a desired height for the multi-level climbing structure. -
FIG. 4B shows a top view of aframeset 400 looking along an axis A. In preferred embodiments, the axis A is preferably parallel with thevertical members 410. The surface of each climbing level may defined by the plane defined by the circumference of the shape of the horizontal members, such as therings 420. Thus, in exemplary embodiments, the axis A is oriented perpendicular to the plane defined by therings 420. - Additionally,
FIGS. 4A-B show that the shapes ofrings 420 may be oriented or otherwise aligned about axis A in pre-defined patterns with respect to each other. In the example ofFIGS. 4A-4C , eachsuccessive ring 420 is rotated 30° with respect to the adjacent ring. -
FIG. 4C shows a side view of theframeset 400, showing thevertical members 410 oriented along vertical axis A, and thevarious rings 420 disposed horizontally at pre-defined intervals to form the various climbing levels of the multi-level climbing structure. -
FIG. 5 is an illustration of a portion of amulti-level climbing apparatus 110 including pair ofhorizontal members 130 and associatedvertical members 120, such as illustrated in the embodiment ofFIGS. 1 and 2 .FIG. 5 illustrates how a meshed climbing surface may be formed by a series ofinterwoven web straps 135, with each end of thestraps 135 being affixed to the inner edge of ahorizontal member 130 using aspring element 145. As can be appreciated fromFIG. 5 , the web straps 135 may be arranged in an alternating weave pattern, resulting in an intertwined, spring loaded design. In a preferred embodiment, the web straps 135 may be formed from an industrial grade vinyl. The web straps 135 may also be formed from a material that is UV stable. -
FIG. 5 also illustrates the netting 140 being affixed on the inside edge of thehorizontal member 130, preferably being attached to thespring elements 145. The netting 140 is preferably installed about the inner circumference of thehorizontal element 130, thereby encircling the users of the apparatus and preventing users from exiting the apparatus or hitting the steel frameset elements. -
FIG. 6 shows a user 600 traversing a climbing surface formed intertwining web straps 135. As the user 600 moves through the layer of interwoven web straps 135, the straps will slide relative to each other and allow the user to climb through. As thestraps 135 are spring-loaded with tension from thespring elements 145, thestraps 135 will return to position
Claims (1)
1. An adventure system comprising:
a multi-level climbing apparatus having a lower level and an upper level;
said multi-level climbing apparatus comprising a frameset, said frameset comprising:
a set of vertical members spaced about a vertical axis;
a plurality of horizontal members, said horizontal members being affixed to said vertical members spaced about to define climbing levels; and
a slide coupled to said upper level of said multi-level climbing apparatus.
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