US4527982A
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Body coordination training aid
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-06-30
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Granted: 1985-07-09
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Expires: 2003-06-30
Abstract
Abstract A body coordination training aid is presented for providing audio signals to a user in response to the user's head and shoulders assuming a predetermined relative orientation. This is accomplished via an electronic device responsive to a movable electrode contacting an adjustable electrode to complete an electrical circuit.
Inventors
- 👤 Norman Salzman
- 👤 Edward Wellner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 13:12
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B69/00; A63B69/36; A63B69/3608; A63B71/00; A63B71/06; A63B71/0619; A63B71/0622; A63B2071/0625; A63B2209/00; A63B2209/08; A63B2209/10; A63B2220/00; A63B2220/80; A63B2220/801; A63B69/0002; A63B69/38; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S273/00; Y10S273/30
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
169 words
A body coordination training aid, comprising: an audio oscillator; a power source for said audio oscillator; an adjustable electrical contact assembly, comprising first and second adjustable electrodes positioned to form a single-pole double-throw switch with said rotatable contact assembly; a rotatable contact assembly positioned relative to said adjustable electrical contact assembly for completing an electrical circuit therebetween; means to electrically connect said audio oscillator to said power source via said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly; means to secure said adjustable electrical contact assembly to a portion of a user's body; and means to mechanically couple said rotatable contact assembly to a different portion of the user's body whereby relative movement between the portion of the user's body supporting said adjustable electrical contact assembly and the portion of the user's body to which said rotatable contact assembly is mechanically connected will result in rotation of said rotatable contact assembly for making and breaking electrical contact between said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
169 words
A body coordination training aid, comprising: an audio oscillator; a power source for said audio oscillator; an adjustable electrical contact assembly, comprising first and second adjustable electrodes positioned to form a single-pole double-throw switch with said rotatable contact assembly; a rotatable contact assembly positioned relative to said adjustable electrical contact assembly for completing an electrical circuit therebetween; means to electrically connect said audio oscillator to said power source via said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly; means to secure said adjustable electrical contact assembly to a portion of a user's body; and means to mechanically couple said rotatable contact assembly to a different portion of the user's body whereby relative movement between the portion of the user's body supporting said adjustable electrical contact assembly and the portion of the user's body to which said rotatable contact assembly is mechanically connected will result in rotation of said rotatable contact assembly for making and breaking electrical contact between said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
A body coordination training aid as defined in claim 1 wherein said means to mechanically couple said rotatable contact assembly is an elastic member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
139 words
A body coordination training aid as defined in claim 1, wherein said power supply is a battery and said audio oscillator comprises: an NPN transistor; a PNP transistor; an audio transducer electrically connected between the emitter of said NPN transistor and collector of said PNP transistor; a first resistor; a capacitor electrically connected in series circuit with said first resistor between the base of said NPN transistor and collector of said PNP transistor; a second resistor connected between the base of said NPN transistor and the emitter of said PNP transistor; means to electrically connect the negative pole of said battery to the emitter of said NPN transistor; means to electrically connect the one terminal of said battery to said adjustable electrical contact; and means to electrically connect said rotatable contact assembly to the emitter of said PNP transistor.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
239 words
A body coordination training aid comprising: an audio oscillator; an adjustable electrical contact assembly, comprising first and second adjustable electrodes positioned to form a single-pole double-throw switch with said rotatable contact assembly; a rotatable contact assembly positioned relative to said adjustable electrical contact assembly for completing an electrical circuit therebetween; a power source for said audio oscillator, including a mounting box having first and second sides separated by a back plate, a threaded aperture in said first side assembly and a threaded aperture in said second side assembly, first and second adjustable electrical contacts adapted to be threaded through said threaded orifices in said first and second sides, and an insulated support means mounted on said back plate between said sides for supporting said rotatable contact assembly; means to electrically connect said audio oscillator to said power source via said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly; means to secure said adjustable electrical contact assembly to a portion of a user's body; and means to mechanically couple said rotatable contact assembly to a different portion of the user's body whereby relative movement between the portion of the user's body supporting said adjustable electrical contact assembly and the portion of the user's body to which said rotatable contact assembly is mechanically connected will result in rotation of said rotatable contact assembly for making and breaking electrical contact between said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
239 words
A body coordination training aid comprising: an audio oscillator; an adjustable electrical contact assembly, comprising first and second adjustable electrodes positioned to form a single-pole double-throw switch with said rotatable contact assembly; a rotatable contact assembly positioned relative to said adjustable electrical contact assembly for completing an electrical circuit therebetween; a power source for said audio oscillator, including a mounting box having first and second sides separated by a back plate, a threaded aperture in said first side assembly and a threaded aperture in said second side assembly, first and second adjustable electrical contacts adapted to be threaded through said threaded orifices in said first and second sides, and an insulated support means mounted on said back plate between said sides for supporting said rotatable contact assembly; means to electrically connect said audio oscillator to said power source via said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly; means to secure said adjustable electrical contact assembly to a portion of a user's body; and means to mechanically couple said rotatable contact assembly to a different portion of the user's body whereby relative movement between the portion of the user's body supporting said adjustable electrical contact assembly and the portion of the user's body to which said rotatable contact assembly is mechanically connected will result in rotation of said rotatable contact assembly for making and breaking electrical contact between said adjustable electrical contact assembly and said rotatable contact assembly.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
A body coordination training aid as defined in claim 4 wherein said means to mechanically couple said rotatable contact assembly is an elastic member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
139 words
A body coordination training aid as defined in claim 4, wherein said power supply is a battery and said audio oscillator comprises: an NPN transistor; a PNP transistor; an audio transducer electrically connected between said emitter of said NPN transistor and collector of said PNP transistor; a first resistor; a capacitor electrically connected in series circuit with said first resistor between the base of said NPN transistor and collector of said PNP transistor; a second resistor connected between the base of said NPN transistor and the emitter of said PNP transistor; means to electrically connect the negative pole of said battery to the emitter of said NPN transistor; means to electrically connect the one terminal of said battery to said adjustable electrical contact; and means to electrically connect said rotatable contact assembly to the emitter of said PNP transistor.
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) | 1988-07-08 | 1989-01-07 | 1989-07-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-07-08 | 1993-01-07 | 1993-07-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-07-08 | 1997-01-07 | 1997-07-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |