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...that power steering was invented by independent inventor Francis W. Davis? As chief engineer in the 1920s of the truck division of the Pierce Arrow Motor Car Company, he saw how hard it was to steer heavy vehicles. So that he would be able to keep the profits from his future invention, Davis left his job, rented a small engineering shop in Waltham, Mass., and developed a hydraulic power steering system that led to power steering.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8016731 | Abdominal exercise machine A sports fitness/rehabilitation machine assists in strengthening the abdominal muscle region and includes a base having a main adjustment assembly, an upper adjustable support pivotally attached to the main adjustment assembly, and a lower adjustable support pivotal... | 09/13/2011 |
| 7976446 | Exercise apparatus An exercise apparatus containing a supporting stand and at least one force transmission element, which is associated with a handle element and a pressure exerting element, the apparatus being suitable to exert pressure onto the knee area of a human user and the appa... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7874971 | Calf extension training device A calf extension training device which focuses training on the calf muscles is disclosed herein. The training device may comprise a frame, base, riser, sled, and one or more springs. The sled may comprise a sled frame and shoulder extensions, and is configured to mo... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7857739 | Exercise frame A floor plate is suitably sized to receive a wheelchair and also supports a base frame along rear and side edges. Prepositioned brackets on the floor plate secure the base frame using quick-connect fasteners. Opposite side portions of the base frame carry elevated, ... | 12/28/2010 |
| 7695414 | Varying force vector exercise device for inducing musculature perturbations A method for exercising one or more muscles of the body wherein one or more muscle(s) are contracted to move a limb through a range of motion in opposition to an oscillating resistive force. During a muscular contraction, the direction and/or the magnitude of the re... | 04/13/2010 |
| 7597654 | Apparatus and methods for moveable exercise benches Moveable exercise benches are disclosed. In one embodiment, an exercise machine includes a load, an exercise station, and a force-transferring assembly operatively coupling the exercise station and the load. A moveable support is positioned proximate the exercise st... | 10/06/2009 |
| 7429236 | Exercise device with single resilient elongate rod and weight selector controller An exercise apparatus with a single resistant rod configured to provide resistance for use in exercise and an electronic weight selector mechanism for use with a resistance rod having a variable resistance system and an electronic selector control. The weight select... | 09/30/2008 |
| 7413534 | Electronic system to be applied in variable resistance exercise machine A control system is provided for an exercise machine. The control system varies the resistance of the exercise machine. The control system varies the resistance based on voice commands, based on commands programmed by the user, and based on how the user performs an ... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7341546 | Multi-axis resistance exercise device A multi-axes exercise machine for strengthening muscles surrounding shoulder joint of a user allows the user a range of motions about lines of motion perpendicular to an arc of circumduction of the shoulder joints. A pair of handholds is suspended from an arcuate gu... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7340786 | Lateral leg stretching apparatus A leg stretching apparatus includes an elevation mechanism resting; an elevation structure mounted to the elevation mechanism for lifting and lowering the elevation structure; a first leg support member pivotally connected to the elevation structure and extending fr... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7335141 | Exercise apparatus Exercise apparatus is disclosed which enables a user to pull a cable against a source of resistance from a pulley arranged at one of a number of points around a substantially circular arc. The exercise apparatus includes: an arcuate frame member forming a segment of... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335144 | Exercise machine An exercise machine for exercising the muscles of the upper body, in which a pushing or pulling movement can be performed in a direction approxemalty between horizontal and vertical towards or away from the shoulder joint of the user, with the user seated in the sam... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7331910 | Physical rehabilitation and fitness exercise device A dual purpose physical rehabilitation orthopedic and physical fitness exercise device for use within physical therapy facilities. The rehabilitation and exercise device includes a frame hosting a hydraulic or pneumatic system means for applying variable levels of r... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7303514 | Apparatus and methods for moveable exercise benches Moveable exercise benches are disclosed. In one embodiment, an exercise machine includes a load, an exercise station, and a force-transferring assembly operatively coupling the exercise station and the load. A moveable support is positioned proximate the exercise st... | 12/04/2007 |
| 7294100 | Stretching and exercise apparatus A stretching and exercise apparatus comprises at least one track member. The apparatus further comprises a pair of sliding platforms engaged to the at least one track member, wherein the platforms are configured to freely slide along the track member. The apparatus ... | 11/13/2007 |
| 7291102 | Multi-purpose exercise methods and apparatus An exercise apparatus includes a floor engaging base, a vertical stanchion, and at least one body support. Cables are interconnected between respective handles and respective pivot arms. At least one resistance device is interconnected between the pivot arms and the... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7278958 | Automatic variable resistance exercise system A variable resistance physical exercise apparatus is provided which provides improved features over prior art devices in that it is more compact, provides a linear resistance profile to the user and provides a variety of modes of operation. The device comprises a mo... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7267641 | Muscle training device A muscle training device includes a base seat, a first support arm connected pivotally to the base seat, a second support arm connected pivotally to an impeding unit, and two supporting cushions connected respectively to the support arms. The impeding unit has a hou... | 09/11/2007 |
| 7247128 | Exercise assisting machine An exercise assisting instrument assists the user's knee-bending exercise, and lightens a burden and maintains safety of the user. It has a base 10, supporting columns 20, lifting mechanisms 30 consisting of lifting arms, lever arms 40, a... | 07/24/2007 |
| 7229392 | Exercise system for use within a vehicle An exercise system for use in a vehicle includes a frame that has a pair of spaced apart base members. Support legs extend from each base member and a crossbeam is connected to and extends between each support leg. Mounting fixtures are positioned on each support le... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7217228 | Low impact exercise system An exercise system includes a platform, a set of ankle holders connected to the platform by resistance (e.g., elastic) bands, and a leg support. A user can sit on the platform with her back supported by a back support (or fully reclined with her head/neck supported ... | 05/15/2007 |
| 7201712 | Oscillatory resistance exercise device and method A method for exercising one or more muscles of the body wherein one or more muscle(s) are contracted to move a limb through a range of motion in opposition to an oscillating resistive force. In accordance with the method, during a muscular contraction, the direction... | 04/10/2007 |
| 7179209 | Functional trainer A multiple exercise performance or positioning apparatus comprising a generally upright stationary frame on which is mounted an elongated arm mechanism which is mounted on a pivot mechanism, the arm mechanism extending from a proximal end to a distal end relative to... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7160234 | Exercise machine A stretch therapy apparatus provides for enhanced physical fitness as well as rehabilitation and medical treatment by allowing the user to increase core flexibility and shoulder flexion. The stretch therapy apparatus includes both a hip locking mechanism that retain... | 01/09/2007 |
| 7156781 | Device for person's muscular exercise A device in particular for use in the field of sport practice and body-building, for a person's muscular exercise. The device enables the development of quadriceps and of the gluteal muscles and comprises a support surface for the feet and elements for applying a fo... | 01/02/2007 |
| 7150702 | Leg curl/leg extension weight training machine An exercise machine for performing leg curl and leg extension movements includes: a frame configured to rest on an underlying surface; an upper leg-supporting assembly pivotally interconnected with the frame, the upper leg-supporting assembly having a seat pad; a to... | 12/19/2006 |
| 7137934 | Exercise apparatus and method An exercise apparatus includes a pressing bar assembly interconnected to a lifting assembly. As the pressing bar assembly is pivoted, the lifting assembly also pivots and angularly raises a seat assembly on which a user is positioned. Resistance bands and the user's... | 11/21/2006 |
| 7128695 | Gymnastic apparatus for pectoral muscles A gymnastic apparatus for pectoral muscles is equipped with two push arms (20) fitted to oscillate from initial positions to final positions and normally maintained in initial positions by means of a weight unit (2); a support element (32) for t... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7121989 | Abdominal exercise device for inverted abdominal exercises An exercise device allowing a user to exercise his abdominal region by lying on his back while extending his arms generally upwards is disclosed. The device has a hand-gripping member positioned generally above the user's head for the user to grip while exercising. ... | 10/17/2006 |
| 7115078 | Orbital resistance-adjustable sphere exercising apparatus An orbital resistance-adjustable sphere exercising apparatus (10) that is designed to allow several exercise routines to be performed through several planes and range-of-motion at selectable friction levels. The apparatus (10) consists of four major el... | 10/03/2006 |
| 7108664 | Continuous passive motion device for rehabilitation of the elbow or shoulder A continuous passive motion device is provided having specific application to rehabilitative treatment of the elbow or shoulder. The device includes a motorized winch displacable in a first or second direction, a cord suspended from the winch by a variable extension... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7104938 | Holistic exercise device An exercise apparatus including a frame of four vertical legs secured together by horizontal rails on two opposing sides and an H frame telescoping into top ends of respective legs on one end of the frame. A floor platform has one end hingeably attached to bottom en... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7101326 | Storable exercise apparatus for professional and home use A storable exercise apparatus for home use. The apparatus includes an upright tower, a base structure, a bench frame, and a bench attached to the bench frame. A set of flexible pull lines coupled to a resilient spring system are carried within the tower structure. T... | 09/05/2006 |
| 7077792 | Portable exercise apparatus A method and structure for exercising with a portable exercise apparatus. The portable exercise apparatus comprises a body support structure and at least one exercising structure. The a body support structure comprises a sitting structure pivotally attached to a bac... | 07/18/2006 |
| 7063649 | Multifunctional exercise device The invention composes a multifunctional device for exercising the organs of motion. It solves the problem of maximum increasing the number of exercises with a full protection being ensured for a user against injury. It is mainly characterized by the fact that faces... | 06/20/2006 |
| 7056224 | Golf swing training apparatus A golf swing training apparatus that stretches and strengthens the precise parts of the body used in the golf swing while providing a tool to make swing changes. The apparatus employs a swing guide track, which is mounted on a base in such a manner that the track fo... | 06/06/2006 |
| 7048677 | Multi-purpose exercise apparatus An exercise apparatus includes a floor engaging base, a vertical stanchion, and at least one body support. Cables are interconnected between respective handles and respective pivot arms. At least one resistance device is interconnected between the pivot arms and the... | 05/23/2006 |
| 7044900 | Exercise apparatus An exercise apparatus comprising a frame, and at least one elongated sheet of flexible material has a first end coupled to the frame and has a second free end positioned frontwardly relative to the frame. The sheet of flexible material has an upwardly facing support... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7029427 | Weight training machine for exercising the upper chest muscles An exercise machine includes: a frame configured to rest on an underlying surface; a seat mounted to the frame; a backrest mounted to the frame above the seat, the seat and backrest being configured to receive a seated user; a pair of movement arm units pivotally in... | 04/18/2006 |
| 7014471 | Training manikin support A support for a manikin is provided having a pair of opposed elongated extension members having a continuous substantially smooth outer surface forming a cradling surface to support a manikin minimizing the possibility that movement of the manikin will be interfered... | 03/21/2006 |
