US3633907A
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Spring-biased arm exercising device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-07-10
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Granted: 1972-01-11
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Expires: 1990-07-10
Abstract
Abstract An exerciser for strengthening a person''s muscles having a swing arm connected to a base in a manner allowing the swing arm to pivot about its connection to the base when being operated. One or more tension strips are connected to the base with the tension strips connected to and extending through openings in the free end of the swing arm and then connected to a handle. The swing arm is connected to the tension strips intermediate the ends of the strips.
Inventors
- 👤 Andy C Cane
- 👤 Charles Santos
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 18:31
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B23/00; A63B23/035; A63B23/12; A63B23/129; A63B21/00; A63B21/02; A63B21/055; A63B21/00058; A63B21/00065; A63B21/023; A63B21/04; A63B21/0407; A63B21/0421; A63B21/0552; A63B21/0557; A63B2208/00; A63B2208/02; A63B2208/0228
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 21
Claim 1
Independent Claim
171 words
An arm muscle exerciser, comprising: 1. a base; 2. a tension strip, having two ends and said strip being continuous and uninterrupted throughout its length and having one end connected to said base; 3. a handle connected to the other end of said tension strip; and, 4. an elongated swing arm means having one end pivotally connected to said base in a manner allowing said swing arm means to pivot only back and forth along a line between the connection of said tension strip to said base and through the connection of said swing arm means to said base, with the opposite end of said swing arm means connected to said tension strip a substantial distance from said two ends, whereby said exerciser is operated by pulling said handle in the direction toward the operator, thereby placing said tension strip in tension and causing said swing arm means to pivot toward the operator, and then releasing said tension strip to allow said swing arm means to return to its at-rest position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
171 words
An arm muscle exerciser, comprising: 1. a base; 2. a tension strip, having two ends and said strip being continuous and uninterrupted throughout its length and having one end connected to said base; 3. a handle connected to the other end of said tension strip; and, 4. an elongated swing arm means having one end pivotally connected to said base in a manner allowing said swing arm means to pivot only back and forth along a line between the connection of said tension strip to said base and through the connection of said swing arm means to said base, with the opposite end of said swing arm means connected to said tension strip a substantial distance from said two ends, whereby said exerciser is operated by pulling said handle in the direction toward the operator, thereby placing said tension strip in tension and causing said swing arm means to pivot toward the operator, and then releasing said tension strip to allow said swing arm means to return to its at-rest position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
a tension strip, having two ends and said strip being continuous and uninterrupted throughout its length and having one end connected to said base;
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
a tension strip, having two ends and said strip being continuous and uninterrupted throughout its length and having one end connected to said base;
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
a tension strip, having two ends and said strip being continuous and uninterrupted throughout its length and having one end connected to said base at a point away from said elbow-positioning surface;
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
a tension strip, having two ends and said strip being continuous and uninterrupted throughout its length and having one end connected to said base at a point away from said elbow-positioning surface;
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
The arm muscle exerciser, as defined in claim 1, wherein said base has an elongated shape.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The arm muscle exerciser, as defined in claim 2, including an elbow stop attached to the top surface of said base.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
88 words
an elongated swing arm means, having one end pivotally connected to said base intermediate said elbow-positioning surface, and the connection of said tension strip to said base, in a manner allowing said swing arm means to pivot only back and forth along a line between the connection of said tension strip to said base and through the connection of said swing arm means to said base, with the opposite end of said swing arm means connected to said tension strip a substantial distance from said two ends; and,
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
88 words
an elongated swing arm means, having one end pivotally connected to said base intermediate said elbow-positioning surface, and the connection of said tension strip to said base, in a manner allowing said swing arm means to pivot only back and forth along a line between the connection of said tension strip to said base and through the connection of said swing arm means to said base, with the opposite end of said swing arm means connected to said tension strip a substantial distance from said two ends; and,
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
12 words
a handle connected to the other end of said tension strip; and,
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
12 words
a handle connected to the other end of said tension strip; and,
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
124 words
an elongated swing arm means having one end pivotally connected to said base in a manner allowing said swing arm means to pivot only back and forth along a line between the connection of said tension strip to said base and through the connection of said swing arm means to said base, with the opposite end of said swing arm means connected to said tension strip a substantial distance from said two ends, whereby said exerciser is operated by pulling said handle in the direction toward the operator, thereby placing said tension strip in tension and causing said swing arm means to pivot toward the operator, and then releasing said tension strip to allow said swing arm means to return to its at-rest position.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
124 words
an elongated swing arm means having one end pivotally connected to said base in a manner allowing said swing arm means to pivot only back and forth along a line between the connection of said tension strip to said base and through the connection of said swing arm means to said base, with the opposite end of said swing arm means connected to said tension strip a substantial distance from said two ends, whereby said exerciser is operated by pulling said handle in the direction toward the operator, thereby placing said tension strip in tension and causing said swing arm means to pivot toward the operator, and then releasing said tension strip to allow said swing arm means to return to its at-rest position.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
72 words
a handle connected to said opposite end of said swing arm means whereby said exerciser is operated by placing an elbow on said elbow positioning surface, pulling on said handle in the direction toward an operator, thereby placing said tension strip in tension and causing said swing arm means to pivot toward an operator and then releasing said tension strip to allow said swing arm means to return to its at-rest position.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
72 words
a handle connected to said opposite end of said swing arm means whereby said exerciser is operated by placing an elbow on said elbow positioning surface, pulling on said handle in the direction toward an operator, thereby placing said tension strip in tension and causing said swing arm means to pivot toward an operator and then releasing said tension strip to allow said swing arm means to return to its at-rest position.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
5 words
An arm muscle exerciser, comprising:
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
5 words
An arm muscle exerciser, comprising:
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
15 words
The muscle exerciser, as defined in claim 4, wherein said base has an elongated shape.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
20 words
The muscle exerciser, as defined in claim 5, including an elbow stop attached to the top surface of said base.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
16 words
The muscle exerciser, as defined in claim 4, wherein said handle is made of elastic material.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-01-10 | 1975-07-12 | 1976-01-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-01-10 | 1979-07-12 | 1980-01-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-01-10 | 1983-07-12 | 1984-01-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |