Prototypframtagning av moduler för utomhusgym. Utomhusträning som förenar estetik och funktionalitet

Abstract

The purpose of the project was to explore the possibility to integrate training modules in Invencon’s pergola. To therefore create a balance between aesthetics and functionality while enabling full-body training. The goal was to create concepts for training modules through sketches, physical prototypes and cad prototypes. A user study that aimed towards active adults, 30 years or older that owned a back yard, showed a need of accessible, aesthetically pleasing exercise equipment. A concurrent analysis showed that outdoor gyms made of metal often were affected of rust, wooden ones required more space and indoor gyms typically shared similar design. Ergonomic analyses identified some risks of injuries, often connected to incorrect technic and difficulty detecting the error. Three concepts were chosen for further development and prototyping, because they together could solve full body training: 1. Multi barbell: A simplified smith-machine where a barbell runs between wooden beams and is fixed using pins. 2. Kettlepot: A kettlebell designed to function as a flowerpot when it is not used for exercising, with integrated weigh bowls that enables weight adjustment. 3. Cvt-cable machine: A simplified cable machine placed in a cabinet with weight adjustment through a cvt-gear. The design was adjusted based on risk analysis. A sematic analysis showed that the concepts were self-instructive. The conclusion is that the three concepts is considered to fulfill the goal by enabling full body training, that balances aesthetics and functionality. This report is written in Swedish.