Advanced Wearable Fitness Platform with AI-driven Coaching and Performance Analytics
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept envisions a next-generation wearable fitness platform that leverages AI-driven coaching, machine learning-based performance analytics, and seamless connectivity with multiple fitness machines to revolutionize personalized fitness tracking and guidance.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitation of wearable computers in accurately tracking user activity and providing meaningful insights. However, it relied on simplistic caloric expenditure models and did not fully harness the potential of machine data from fitness machines. This new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing AI-driven coaching, machine learning-based performance analytics, and a comprehensive fitness profile generation.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The advanced wearable fitness platform comprises a wearable computer, a fitness machine, and a neural network configured to predict a user's athletic performance based on machine data and wearable computer sensor data. The system aggregates machine data from multiple fitness machines, wearable computer sensor data, and user inputs to generate a comprehensive fitness profile. This profile is then analyzed using machine learning algorithms to identify patterns and trends indicative of the user's fitness level and athletic potential. The platform provides personalized coaching recommendations to the user in real-time, utilizing a virtual fitness coach that offers feedback and guidance during workout sessions.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the concept of AI-driven coaching, machine learning-based performance analytics, and comprehensive fitness profile generation, which are not anticipated by the original patent. The use of neural networks to predict athletic performance, the aggregation of machine data from multiple fitness machines, and the provision of personalized coaching recommendations in real-time represent a significant departure from the original patent's limitations.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include the integration of additional data sources, such as GPS, weather, or environmental data, to further enhance the accuracy of performance analytics. Variations may also include the use of different machine learning algorithms or neural network architectures to optimize the coaching recommendations and fitness profile generation.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The advanced wearable fitness platform has significant commercial potential in the fitness and wellness industries, with potential applications in gyms, fitness studios, and personalized coaching services. The platform's ability to provide accurate and actionable insights can help users achieve their fitness goals, leading to increased adoption and retention rates for fitness services and products.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B5/024 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0022 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/02416 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0833 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1118 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1123 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1495 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/14551 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/4866 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/6824 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/6831 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/6895 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/7275 |
| A | A63 | A63B22/02 |
| G | G01 | G01C22/006 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/01 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/02 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0531 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0219 |
| A | A63 | A63B2230/06 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,143 |
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| Title | Wearable computer with fitness machine connectivity for improved activity monitoring using caloric expenditure models |
| Assignee(s) | Apple Inc. |