Patent Application
20250073554
The present disclosure relates, in general, to physical training devices and, more particularly, to boards specifically adapted for simulating aspects of a wakeboard or wakesurf board.
Wakeboarding is a water sport gaining in popularity with nearly three million people participating in the activity in the United States each year and nearly four million participating in the sport globally each year. Wakesurfing is a water sport with some similarities to wakeboarding. It may not be quite as popular as wakeboarding but is gaining in popularity. Wakeboarders and wakesurfers can be recreational users or amateurs or even professionals that compete in events.
Wakeboarding describes the activity of standing or crouching on a wakeboard and performing various maneuvers and tricks using sections of a wake left by a motorboat while also holding on to a rope harnessed to and being pulled by the motorboat. Wakesurfing describes the activity of standing or crouching on a wakesurf board and performing various maneuvers and tricks using sections of a wake left by a motorboat. The wakesurfer can be towed behind the motorboat wherein the wakesurfer can release the tug rope when ready to perform the maneuvers and tricks.
Injuries are not uncommon in this sport. Knee injuries, shoulder dislocations, and ankle sprains are the more common injuries sustained to a rider from wakeboarding and wakesurfing activities. Injuries happen more often when the rider is inexperienced, lacks the necessary skill to perform a maneuver or trick, or is distracted.
Although certain embodiments and examples are disclosed below, the subject matter extends beyond the specifically disclosed embodiments to other alternative embodiments and/or uses and to modifications and equivalents thereof. Thus, the scope of the claims appended hereto is not limited by any of the embodiments described below. For purposes of comparing various embodiments, certain aspects and advantages of these embodiments are described. Not necessarily all such aspects or advantages are achieved by any embodiment. Thus, for example, various embodiments may be carried out in a manner that achieves or optimizes one advantage or group of advantages as taught herein without necessarily achieving other aspects or advantages as may also be taught or suggested herein.
In the following description, sections entitled “Problem Statement,” “Overview,” and “Simulator and Training Device,” are provided to assist in understanding various technical challenges and details of the disclosure arrived at to overcome those challenges.
The Problem Statement is a section that discusses the issues discovered surrounding wakeboarding and wakesurfing and, more particularly, the problems surrounding prior art or nonexistent wakeboard and wakesurf board simulators and training devices.
The Overview section summarizes the description of one or more embodiments of an improved simulator and training device. The Overview section is not intended to identify key features or essential features, nor is it intended to be used to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter. It presents some concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the details disclosed in the subsequent section.
The Simulator and Training Device section details the description of several illustrated embodiments of new and improved simulator and training devices. The illustrations show a wakesurf board simulator that comprises a ball bearing assembly. Although the following description describes and details the wakesurf board simulator and ball bearing assembly illustrated, as well as other watersport board simulators and roller bearing assemblies, for the sake of brevity the other various watersport boards and roller bearing assemblies were not illustrated in combination. However, the scope and depth of the disclosure is sufficient to provide one of skill in the art the details to interchange and combine the other board types and roller bearing assemblies.
The term watersport board, as used herein, can refer to wakeboards and wakesurf boards. The term wakesurf boards, as used herein, can have a style and dimensions that are used to categorize a wakesurf board as wakesurf board, wakesurf skim board, wakesurf skateboard, or a hybrid.
Wakeboarding and wakesurfing offer many health benefits. Examples include strengthening and conditioning muscles in the legs, upper body, and the core. Improving proprioception, balance, reflexes, and joint mobility are some other examples of the benefits that can be gained. Additionally, cognitive function and a reduction in cognitive decline may be realized.
As previously stated, wakeboarding and wakesurfing can result in injuries to the rider. Some injuries can be more serious than others. As an example, an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury is the most common type of knee injury in this sport. ACL injuries are a particularly concerning kind of problem since, depending on severity, this type of injury can have long term effects. Even with surgery to repair an ACL injury, the possibility of developing knee arthritis in later years increases significantly.
Injuries can be prevented or minimized with training to strengthen muscles, develop muscles, and strengthen joints. As an example, strengthening or conditioning the hamstrings can help reduce the possibility of an ACL injury and the severity of the injury. One of the benefits of wakeboarding and wakesurfing includes strengthening and conditioning of the hamstrings.
Injuries can be further prevented by practicing maneuvers and tricks, and practicing techniques of a maneuver, style of a maneuver, an arrangement or order of maneuvers. Through repetition, the skill needed to be proficient in either wakeboarding or wakesurfing can be acquired and, as a result, the wakeboarder or wakesurfer will be less susceptible to injuries and the severity of injuries.
Actual wakesurfing or wakeboarding to train and practice may not always be practical or possible. Simulator and training devices are options that can complement the actual activity without the support, cost, and time needed. However, prior art wakeboard and wakesurf board simulators and training devices currently available are either ad hoc in nature, such as an actual wakesurf board or wakeboard and a trampoline, or they are basically replicas of balance boards that include a riding platform for standing and a dome-shaped base for creating an imbalance.
Regardless, prior art wakeboard and wakesurf board simulators fail to provide the necessary shape, configuration, dimensions, and functional facilities that accurately correspond to the essentials of the sport, simulate any maneuvers or tricks, and do so safely and effectively. Establishing a proper or relatable technique or a feel of a technique is not possible since the actual experience and the simulated experience lack sufficient association. Improving or perfecting a technique through practice, repetition, and positive reinforcement for the purpose of training someone that is inexperienced or needs to improve a technique to perfect a skill is also not possible.
Wakeboards and wakesurf boards have distinct design features tailored to their specific purposes. Wakeboards have a continuous or three-stage rocker shape. Wakeboards have bindings to secure a wakeboarder's feet. Wakeboards are made of durable materials, such as High-Density PolyEthylene (HDPE) or sintered bases for better glide and impact resistance. Wakeboards can have flex patterns that provide a level of stiffness.
Wakesurf boards are typically shorter and wider than wakeboards, but some can have a length similar to that of a surfboard. Wakesurf boards can have surf inspired rockers. They are like surfboards but designed for riding a boat's wake without bindings. Wakesurf boards can have traction pads instead of bindings. Wakesurf boards can have traction pads (deck pads) with textured surfaces. Wakesurf boards come in a surf style, skim style, skate style, or hybrid style. Wakesurf boards are constructed using compression molding and composite, epoxy construction. Wakesurf boards can also have a level of stiffness.
In general, industry guidelines for choosing the right wakesurf board based on weight include: wakesurf boards between 3′ to 4′ long for wakesurfers under 120 pounds; wakesurf boards between 4′ to 4′6′ long for wakesurfers between 120 and 150 pounds; wakesurf boards between 4′6″ to 540 long for wakesurfers between 150 and 180 pounds; and wakesurf boards between 5′ to 5′6″ long for wakesurfers over 180 pounds.
Further, guidelines for choosing the right wakeboard also suggest that beginners weighing 90 to 150 pounds should use wakeboards between 130-134 cm in length; riders with an intermediate skill level and weighing between 130 to 180 pounds use boards in the 135-139 cm range; and advanced riders between 170- and 250-pounds use wakeboards 140 cm or longer.
Further, the thickness of a wakeboard or wakesurf board is an important factor that affects how a board performs on the water. Thickness affects buoyancy and float. Thicker boards have more buoyancy and stability and are usually preferred by beginners. Thinner boards provide more responsiveness, allowing for quicker turns and increased speed, and are usually preferred by more advanced wakeboarders and wakesurfers.
These design features of actual wakeboards and wakesurf boards are not considered in the prior art simulators. In effect, the prior are simulators fail at the most fundamental requirement of being a simulator in that they do not actually imitate the appearance or features of the target to be simulated. Additionally, a simulator and training device should be capable of efficiently and effectively improving the mechanics of a routine needed to become proficient or skilled at the actual task.
Shuvits and spins are popular aerial maneuvers that involve spinning a board and body 180 degrees and 360 degrees, respectively, while airborne and landing back on the wakesurf board as it is making surface contact with the water. For beginners and intermediate users, a goal may be to practice spinning a board to develop the skills necessary to accurately spin 180 degrees or 360 degrees. Another goal may be to practice spinning the board and body to develop the skills necessary to accurately spin 180 degrees or 360 degrees. An additional goal may be to practice spinning the board, body or both to develop the skills necessary to accurately spin at the most optimum efficiency 180 degrees or 360 degrees.
With respect to prior art simulators, the beginner would not only need to concentrate on spinning the board but also maintaining balance of the board. As the old metaphorical expression emphasizes that “one must learn to crawl before one can walk,” it is essential, and certainly safer, that the user learn how to properly turn a board, properly turn a board and body, and to do these things at a spin rate they are most comfortable in a simulated environment before attempting an actual shuvit or spin on a wakesurf board.
Further, prior art simulators present safety concerns that interfere with concentration and therefore can affect training. In addition to rocking through its transverse (horizontal) plane, prior art simulators set over six inches off the ground.
Considering all factors, there exists a need for wakeboards and wakesurf boards with new simulator features and improvements to existing simulator designs.
Presented herein is a wakesurf board simulator and training device for practicing a routine associated with a shuvit or spin. The wakesurf board simulator and training apparatus can include parts fabricated using, e.g., a 3D printing process, compression-molding, layering, CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining, die casting, forging, or one or more combinations thereof.
The wakesurf board simulator and training device comprise a bearing assembly, an arrangement of bearings, a first flange structure, a second flange structure, and a platform. The first flange structure comprises a first set of dimensions. The second flange structure comprises a second set of dimensions. The platform comprises a third set of dimensions. The upper section of the casing assembly comprises an outer ring and an internal raceway. The lower section of the casing assembly comprises an inner ring and an external raceway. The arrangement of bearings is disposed between the internal raceway and the external raceway. The outer ring and the inner ring have a concentric dimension and share an axis of rotation. The outer ring independently rotates about the axis of rotation. The platform spins about the axis of rotation in response to receiving a spin force, jump impulse, landing impact, or combination thereof.
In an embodiment, the first flange structure continues a lower section of the bearing assembly, the second flange structure continues an upper section of the bearing assembly, and the platform continues the second flange structure.
In another embodiment, the first flange structure is coupled with a lower section of the bearing assembly, the second flange structure is coupled with an upper section of the bearing assembly, and the platform is coupled with the second flange structure.
In still another embodiment, the first flange structure, second flange structure, the bearing assembly, or any combination thereof includes dimensions that limit degrees of traversal of the platform through a horizontal plane of the platform. In yet again another embodiment, a base structure continues the first flange structure. In yet another embodiment, the platform comprises one or more dimensions having one or more parametric values greater than one or more other parametric values of one or more like dimensions of the base structure. In still yet another embodiment, the base structure, the platform, the bearing assembly, or any combination thereof comprises dimensions that limit degrees of traversal of the platform through a horizontal plane of the platform. In one other embodiment, the spin force, jump impulse, landing impact, or a combination thereof comprises forces asserted against the outer ring along an angle of incidence to a radial axis of the outer ring. In yet one other embodiment, the inner ring is tapered with respect to the outer ring.
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Wakesurf board simulator and training device 10 can be fabricated using one or more of the following processes: CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining, die casting, forging, 3D printing, or welding. Materials used to manufacture one or more parts for wakesurf board simulator and training device 10 using CNC machining, die casting, forging, welding, or a combination thereof include various metals or metal compositions, such as steel, iron, aluminum, titanium, copper, stainless steel, and high carbon steel. Other materials that can be used to manufacture parts, such as the board or traction pad (grip), include, but are not limited to, fiberglass, foam, resins, plastics, polymers, wood, bamboo, or a combination thereof.
Materials used to manufacture one or more parts for wakesurf board simulator and training device 10 using a 3D printing process include, but not limited to, Polyamide (PA), aka nylon, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP), Polycarbonate (PC), ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene), PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone), titanium, and stainless steel.
There are environmental as well as economic benefits in using a 3D printing process in the fabrication process including: reduced material waste through sustainable material usage and efficient production processes; lowered carbon emissions due to energy-efficient production methods and localized manufacturing, and promotion of circular economy principles by enabling recycling and reusing of materials, as well as extending product lifecycles.
Wakesurf board simulator and training device 10 comprises base 12, casing assembly 14, fastening bolts 16A, 16B, 16C, 16D, and platform 18. Casing assembly 14 comprises an upper section, not illustrated, and lower section 20. Depending on the method of manufacture, upper section is either continued by or coupled with platform 18 and lower section 20 is either continued by or coupled with base 12.
Lower section 20 comprises inner race 22 and flange 24. Optionally, wakesurf board simulator and training device 10 comprises grip 26, bumper strip 28, handles 30A and 30B, and platform anchor bore 32A and base anchor bore 32B. A cotter pin, for example, can be used to anchor platform 18 to base 12 using anchor bores 32A and 32B.
Grip 26 can be an Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam pad, a.k.a. traction pad, deck grip, or deck pad. Alternatively, grip 26 can be a wax to add a degree of friction to the surface of platform 18. Grip 26 can secure footing, increase control, and improve performance. Bumper strip 28, e.g., can be made from plastic or rubber. Bumper strip 28 can be applied around the circumference of platform 18 to protect the board from causing damage while carrying or travelling and help prevent the board from causing damage while carrying or travelling.
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Wakesurf board simulator and training device 40 can be fabricated using CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining, die casting, forging, welding, or a combination thereof. The materials that can be used to manufacture wakesurf board simulator and training device 40, or parts thereof, include, but are not limited to, various metals or metal compositions, such as steel, iron, aluminum, titanium, copper, stainless steel, and high carbon steel. Other materials that can be used to manufacture parts, such as the board and traction pad (grip), include, but are not limited to, fiberglass, foam, resins, plastics, polymers, wood, bamboo, or a combination thereof.
Wakesurf board simulator and training device 40 comprises base 42, base anchor bore 44, platform anchor bore 46, casing assembly 48, handles 50A and 50B, platform 52, grip 54, and bumper strip 56. In some embodiments, handles 50A and 50B, grip 54, bumper strip 56, or any combination thereof may not be included. Casing assembly 48 comprises upper section 58 and lower section 60. Upper section 58 comprises outer race 70 and flange 72. Lower section 60 comprises inner race 74 and flange 76. A set of ball bearings are positioned between outer race 70 and inner race 74 when outer race 70 is positioned over inner race 74. Bolts 80A-80D and nuts 82A-82D can be used to fasten upper section 58 to platform 52. Bolts 84A-84D and threaded bores 86A-86D can be used to fasten lower section 60 to base 42.
Grip 54 can be an Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam pad, a.k.a. traction pad, deck grip, or deck pad. Alternatively, grip 54 can be a wax to add a degree of friction to the surface of platform 52. Grip 54 can secure footing, increase control, and improve performance. Bumper strip 56, e.g., can be made from plastic or rubber. Bumper strip 56 can be applied around the circumference of platform 52 to protect the board from damage while carrying or traveling and help prevent the board from causing damage while carrying or travelling.
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Upper section 802 may be manufactured as a single part using, e.g., a 3D printing process, or in multiple parts using, e.g., a metal casting process. Upper section 802 may comprise a flange that covers one end of its bearing assembly. Upper section 802 may comprise a flange that continues or couples with its bearing assembly. Upper section 802 may comprise a watersport board that continues or couples with its bearing assembly. Upper section 802 may comprise a flange that continues or couples with one end of its bearing assembly and a watersport board that couples with or continues the flange.
Lower section 804 may be manufactured as a single part using, e.g., a 3D printing process, or in multiple parts using, e.g., a metal casting process. Lower section 804 may comprise a flange that covers one end of its bearing assembly. Lower section 804 may comprise a flange that continues or couples with its bearing assembly. Lower section 804 may comprise a base that continues or couples with one end of its bearing assembly. Lower section 804 may comprise a flange that continues or couples with one end of its bearing assembly, and a watersport board that couples with or continues the flange.
Upper section 802 comprises outer race 806 and flange 808. With respect to upper section 802, outer race 806 can be integrated with or formed therewith, depending on the method of manufacturing. Upper section 802 further comprises threaded bore 90, grease insert 92, and mounting bores 94A through 94D (see
Lower section 804 comprises inner race 96 integrated with or formed therein, depending on the method of fabrication. Lower section 804 further comprises flange 98 and mounting bores 100A through 100D. Flange 98 couples with or continues inner race 96, again depending on the method of manufacturing.
Outer race 806 comprises internal raceway 102 and inner race 96 comprises external raceway 104. Ball bearings 106 are positioned between outer race 806 and inner race 96. In the configuration of
Various types of roller bearings can be used with casing assembly 800. In one or more embodiments, the roller bearings are ball bearings 106. Other roller bearing types are described in reference to
With respect to upper section 802, ball bearings 106 also have a diameter greater than the length between upper internal raceway flange 814 and lower internal raceway flange 816. Flange 808 couples with or continues upper internal raceway flange 814. With respect to lower section 804, ball bearings 106 have a diameter greater than the length between external raceway 104 and the edge of upper external raceway flange 810 and lower external raceway flange 812. Lower external raceway flange 812 has a radius greater than upper external raceway flange 810. Flange 98 couples with or continues lower external raceway flange 812.
Roller bearings can be made of steel or ceramic, depending on the performance requirements. In this application, casing assembly 800 is made of steel and ball bearings 106 are also made of steel. In this case, the bearing assembly is known as deep groove ball bearing assembly.
Bore 110 is hollow and can be enclosed by flange 88 at upper section 802 and may be enclosed by flange 96 at lower section 804. Enclosing the bearing assembly, or partially eclosing, can reduce the environmental factors that may affect the performance of ball bearings 106. Bore 110 is not used in conjunction with an axle that generates the thrust that causes outer race 86 to spin about inner race 96 lower section 84.
Upper section 802, lower section 804 (casing assembly 800 comprising flange 808, flange 98, and bearing assembly), bearing assembly (outer race 806 and inner race 96), outer race 806, inner race 96, base, such as base 12 or base 42, or any combination thereof can have one or more dimensions dependent on the dimensions of a platform, such as platform 18 or platform 52. Dimensions can include parameters and values for weight, length, width, height, thickness, distributions of the same, or any combination thereof.
In this configuration, a distribution of load (normal) forces and opposing (frictional) forces that are applied along the rigid body of casing assembly 800 during use start at the surface of flange 808 and cause outer race 806 to spin around inner race 96. The distribution of forces is a result of a rider replicating moves an actual wakeboarder or wakesurfer would perform while on the water.
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Spherical roller thrust bearing 202 can comprise outer race 220, internal raceway 222, inner race 226, external raceway 228, cage 230, and cylinder bearings 232. Tapered roller bearing 204 can comprise outer race 234, internal raceway 236, inner race 238, external raceway 240, cage 242, and tapered roller cylinders 244. Angular contact ball bearing 206 can comprise outer race 246, internal raceway 248, inner race 250, external raceway 252, cage 254, and ball bearings 256. Spherical roller bearing 208 can comprise outer race 260, outer race 262, internal raceway 264, internal raceway 266, inner race 268, inner race 270, external raceway 272, external raceway 274, cage 276, cage 278, cylinder bearings 280, and cylinder bearings 282. Cylindrical roller bearing 210 can comprise outer race 286, internal raceway 288, inner race 290, external raceway 292, cage 294, and cylinder bearings 296.
Dimensions of a casing assembly, e.g., casing assembly 800 illustrated in
A casing assembly can be fabricated using processes and materials that are lightweight. Dimensions of the base, the platform, the casing assembly, or a combination thereof can also be taken into consideration when determining the materials to use to manufacture one or more parts. The level of elasticity or rigidity can be determined for one or more parts based on the dimensions and desired performance characteristics of the finished product. In all, the dimensions of wakesurf board simulator and training device 10, 40 along with the elasticity, rigidity, or both of one or more parts provide a control mechanism that limits the amount of angular displacement from a horizontal plane that is parallel with a surface the product sets on or is mounted on; or, i.e., vertically stable in the platform's horizontal plane.
This is not to imply or suggest that the platform is locked at the platform's horizontal plane. However, the platform is stable enough during use that allows the rider to focus on an intended activity, such as a shuvit or a spin. The forces that would typically cause the platform to be displaced (angle of traverse) from the horizontal plane (also known as pitch and row) are controlled and limited.
In an embodiment, the dimensions for a casing assembly, e.g., casing assembly 800, include length of 6½″, width of 4½″, and height of 1½″. The dimensions for each flange (88, 96) are length of 6½″, width of 4½″, and thickness of ¼″. The weight of the casing assembly is approximately 5 pounds. Outer ring 86 of the bearing assembly is 3 5/16″ in diameter. Inner ring 98 of the bearing assembly is 1½″ in diameter. The track diameter and race diameter of the bearing assembly is ½″ and ¼″, respectively. The dimensions of the casing assembly are chosen for optimal load distribution and selected RPMs.
RPM (Revolutions Per Minute) specification ratings for bearings fabricated using steel or ceramic include deep groove ball bearings at 500,000-400,000; angular contact ball bearings at 450,000 to 400,000; 2-piece brass cage cylindrical bearings at 550,000 (Narrow) to 500,000 (Wide); tapered roller (pin-type cage): 400,000 (Narrow), 350,000 (Wide); and spherical (Brass Finger Cage) at 220,000.
The bearing assembly fabrication process, bearing type, dimensions, and the materials used in fabrication can be selected based on factors, such as spin velocity, rigidity, elasticity, cost, load distribution, reliability, dimensions of associated base, dimensions of associated platform, or a combination thereof. Although the illustrations show a bearing assembly with the load (the platform) formed with or coupled with an outer ring of the bearing assembly, it is also possible to couple the load with the inner ring.
In one case, wakesurf board simulator and training device 300 can comprise (round-like) base 302A, platform 304 in a steady state, bumper 306, traction pad (grip) 308, handles 310A, 310B, casing assembly 312, bearing assembly 314, and locking mechanism 316. Traction pad 308 includes sections of material, e.g., EVA foam, cork, or recycled materials, that provide a secure grip. The design can provide a visualization and memory queue that aids the rider with proper positioning before performing a spin.
In another case, wakesurf board simulator and training device 300 comprise (square-like) base 302B, platform 304-1 in a first state of rotational motion, platform 304-2 in a second state of rotational motion, platform 304-3 in its return state, bumper 306, traction pad 308 applied to the board's surface, handles 310A, 310B, casing assembly 312, bearing assembly 314, and locking mechanism 316.
Platform 304 can be coupled with bearing assembly 312 using one or more fastener 318, such as one or more nuts and bolts mounted through one or more bores of platform 304. Depending on the fabrication process, platform 304 may be a part of bearing assembly 312. In this case, instead of platform 304 being coupled indirectly with an outer race of the casing's bearing assembly, it indirectly continues the outer race through a flange, which also may directly continue the outer race. In some cases, base 302A, 302B may be mounted to a ground surface.
Materials used to manufacture, dimensions of, shape of, configuration of, or a combination thereof, platform 304, casing assembly 312, bearing assembly 314, base 302A, 302B, can be selected based on several factors. Factors can include skill level, riding style, weight, use case (e.g., surface mounted), or a combination thereof.
To train and develop the skill necessary to master aerial spins, the functional features of wakesurf board simulator and training device 300 allows a rider to perform the necessary acts without interference from mechanical features that introduce what can be considered a distraction to the inexperienced. The interference can include rocking or wobbling due to various forces created while operating wakesurf board simulator and training device 300. Wakesurf board simulator and training device 300 minimizes or limits platform imbalance. Wakesurf board simulator and training device 300 can also minimize or limit an amount of flexing in platform 304 that would not be considered amount typically experienced in an actual wakeboarding or wakesurf boarding situation.
In an embodiment, wakesurf board simulator and training device 300 is about 15 pounds in total, platform 304 is about 10 pounds, casing assembly 312 and bearing assembly 314 are about 5 pounds, platform 304 is about 40 inches long and about ¾″ in width, and.
In practice, a wakeboarder (or rider) stands on platform 304 and generates the force needed to cause an outer race attached to platform 304 to spin. The distribution of load (normal) forces and opposing (frictional) forces at the surface of platform 304-1 and 304-2 and the mechanical response of the outer race can produce a spin like the spin a wakeboarder would produce when performing the aerial maneuver. However, to accomplish the result the oscillating behavior introduced by these forces are controlled and dampened.
The above-disclosed embodiments have been presented for the purposes of illustration and to enable one of ordinary skill in the art to practice the disclosure, but the disclosure is not intended to be exhaustive or limited to the forms disclosed. Many insubstantial modifications and variations will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the disclosure. The scope of the claims is intended to broadly cover the disclosed embodiments and any such modification. Further, the following clauses represent additional embodiments of the disclosure and should be considered within the scope of the disclosure:
This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/580,536, filed Sep. 5, 2023, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63580536 | Sep 2023 | US |
