Intelligent Body Stretching System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An advanced, wearable body stretching system that utilizes artificial intelligence, sensors, and virtual reality to provide personalized, efficient, and safe stretching exercises for users.
Background and Problem Solved
The original body stretching system, while effective, has limitations in terms of user experience, cost, and accessibility. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating AI-driven motorized actuators, real-time biomechanical analysis, and immersive virtual reality platforms to create a next-generation stretching system that is more efficient, personalized, and accessible.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The intelligent body stretching system comprises a wearable limb stretching unit equipped with sensors to track user muscle tension and adjust the stretching force accordingly. The system utilizes a motorized actuator that optimizes the stretching sequence based on the user's physical therapy goals and muscle fatigue levels. Additionally, the system integrates with a virtual reality platform, providing immersive, gamified stretching exercises tailored to the user's specific physical therapy needs. The system also incorporates real-time biomechanical analysis to provide personalized feedback on the user's stretching form and technique, offering customized coaching to improve stretching efficiency and reduce injury risk.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The use of AI-driven motorized actuators, real-time biomechanical analysis, and immersive virtual reality platforms in the intelligent body stretching system represents a significant departure from the original patent, providing a novel and non-obvious solution that addresses the limitations of the prior art.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the intelligent body stretching system could include variations in the type of sensors used, the integration of additional features such as electromyography or force sensors, or the use of different virtual reality platforms. The system could also be adapted for use in different settings, such as physical therapy clinics, gyms, or home use.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The intelligent body stretching system has significant commercial potential in the physical therapy, fitness, and healthcare industries, offering a unique solution for individuals and professionals seeking to improve stretching efficiency, reduce injury risk, and enhance overall well-being.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63B21/4019 |
| A | A63 | A63B21/04 |
| A | A63 | A63B21/0557 |
| A | A63 | A63B21/4011 |
| A | A63 | A63B21/4035 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Physical therapy and rehabilitation technology, focusing on body stretching systems and assistive exercise devices. Requires expertise in biomechanics, mechanical engineering, sensor technologies, and rehabilitation techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degree in biomedical engineering or mechanical engineering, experienced in designing assistive medical devices, familiar with sensor integration, mechanical actuation systems, and rehabilitation technology trends
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that integrating modern sensor technologies, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality platforms into the existing body stretching system represents a predictable technological evolution. The core mechanical stretching mechanism remains fundamentally similar, with added intelligent features that address known limitations in prior art stretching systems. These technological enhancements represent incremental improvements using standard engineering design approaches available to skilled practitioners in the field.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,832 |
|---|---|
| Title | Body stretching system |