Robert Aubrey Rodgers

US Patent:

42826420, Aug 11, 1981

Filed:

Nov 1, 1979

Appl. No.:

6/090291

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

International Classification:

B21D 3500

US Classification:

294695

Abstract:

A racquet for use in racquet sports is disclosed. In the preferred and illustrated embodiment, a composite racquet construction is set forth which utilizes an extruded metal frame which accepts multilayered, laminated, fiber reinforced, resin material typically including an epoxy base with graphite or fiberglass therein. The extruded section receives the laminate material prior to curing wherein the metal extruded section serves as a mold. After curing, the composite frame has improved properties over the metal extrusion, alone, and enhances frame strength, rigidity and flexure characteristics. The extruded frame incorporates a central webbing which is subsequently drilled with holes for stringing the racquet.

US Patent:

56905890, Nov 25, 1997

Filed:

Mar 14, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/615103

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

International Classification:

A63B 6916
A63B 2204

US Classification:

482 57

Abstract:

A stationary exercising device which promotes cardiovascular exercise yet minimizes impact to critical joints. A base frame supports a pair of reciprocating members which are displaced in a horizontal direction parallel with the floor at one end yet reciprocate in a circular motion at the other end through a coupling system attached to the frame. Structure is included which permits each foot of the user to move in a generally elliptical path during the climbing exercise and also pivot while moving through the elliptical path. This provides for more natural movement of the knee and ankle joints minimizing unnecessary stress on the joints yet permitting a cardiovascular workout. The device may include linkage to facilitate a corresponding upper body exercise involving movement of the arm in which case each hand of the user is displaced along an arc or a substantially elliptical path, again promoting a more natural movement of the ankle, knee, elbow and shoulder joints and permitting a cardiovascular workout.

US Patent:

56833334, Nov 4, 1997

Filed:

Feb 16, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/602952

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

Assignee:

CCS, LLC - Denver CO

International Classification:

A63B 6916
A63B 2204

US Classification:

482 57

Abstract:

A stationary exercising device which promotes cardiovascular exercise yet minimizes impact to critical joints. A base frame supports a pair of reciprocating members which are displaced in a horizontal direction parallel with the floor at one end yet reciprocate in a circular motion at the other end through a coupling system attached to the frame. Structure is included which permits each foot of the user to move in a generally elliptical path during the climbing exercise. This provides for more natural movement of the knee and ankle joints minimizing unnecessary stress on the joints yet permitting a cardiovascular workout. The device may include linkage to facilitate a corresponding upper body exercise involving movement of the arm in which case each hand of the user is displaced along an arc or a substantially elliptical path, again promoting a more natural movement of the ankle, knee, elbow and shoulder joints and permitting a cardiovascular workout.

US Patent:

57438340, Apr 28, 1998

Filed:

Apr 29, 1997

Appl. No.:

8/841123

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

International Classification:

A63B 6916
A63B 2204

US Classification:

482 57

Abstract:

An exercise apparatus which promotes cardiovascular exercise yet provides minimal impact on critical joints. A base structure is provided which supports a pair of reciprocating members that are displaced in a generally reciprocating manner at one end yet orbit at the other end through a coupler assembly attached to the frame. The coupler assembly includes a mechanism to variably adjust the radius of the arcuate motion while the device is in use. A structure is included which permits each foot of the user to move in a generally closed path during the exercise. By being able to continuously variably adjust the size of the orbit, the user can fine tune the height and length of the closed path which redefines the foot motion to a preferred path for the anatomy of the particular user.

US Patent:

55933718, Jan 14, 1997

Filed:

Feb 16, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/602661

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

Assignee:

CCS, LLC - Denver CO

International Classification:

A63B 6916
A63B 2204

US Classification:

482 51

Abstract:

A stationary exercising device which promotes cardiovascular exercise yet minimizes impact to critical joints, particularly the ankles and knees. A frame supports a linkage assembly having at least one linkage member with a camming surface. The linkage assembly is in turn connected to a coupling system attached to the frame. Structure is included which permits each foot of the user to move the linkage assembly in such a manner as to generate a preferred closed path movement for the foot in a preferred anatomical pattern minimizing unnecessary stress in the joints yet permitting a cardiovascular workout.

US Patent:

59891637, Nov 23, 1999

Filed:

Jun 4, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/090194

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

International Classification:

A63B 2200
A63B 2122

US Classification:

482 70

Abstract:

This is a stationary exercise apparatus capable of more accurately representing body motion associated with walking and running. The apparatus includes an inertia system which enables the apparatus to accelerate each reciprocating pedal up to a predetermined velocity. In this manner, the exercise workout is more natural since the user only has to expend energy normally associated with walking or running and not the operation of the apparatus.

US Patent:

55955533, Jan 21, 1997

Filed:

Feb 16, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/602662

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

Assignee:

CCS, LLC - Denver CO

International Classification:

A63B 6916
A63B 2204

US Classification:

482 51

Abstract:

A stationary exercising device which promotes cardiovascular exercise yet minimizes impact to critical joints, particularly the ankles and knees. A frame supports a linkage assembly having at least one linkage member with a camming surface. The linkage assembly is in turn connected to a coupling system attached to the frame. Structure is included which permits each foot of the user to move the linkage assembly in such a manner as to generate a preferred closed path movement for the foot in a preferred anatomical pattern minimizing unnecessary stress in the joints yet permitting a cardiovascular workout.

US Patent:

46797866, Jul 14, 1987

Filed:

Feb 25, 1986

Appl. No.:

6/832640

Inventors:

Robert E. Rodgers - Houston TX

International Classification:

A63B 2100
A63B 100

US Classification:

272 70

Abstract:

In an exercise device having an elongate frame, a user can exercise by engaging four slides, one for each limb. The slides travel along parallel paths, enabling reciprocating motion. Each slide connects to a chain or cable segment to enable reciprocating cable motion. The motion is coupled to elongate cables (one or more) which connect to gears, causing reciprocation of clutches, thereby impulsing a fly wheel in a single direction and causing rotation.