Power Reel  SwimTraining Device
   Power Reel
Patented as Patent Numbers: 5,391,080   5,813,945   5,938,565  and  D390297


Breakthrough Features
     
  • Speed settings calibrated in Lap Times for Assist Training and Assessment.
  • Force settings Calibrated in Pounds for Resistance Training and Power Assessment.
  • Pool Size Selections: 25 Yards, 25 Meters, 50 Meters.
  • BioDynamic Stroke Accomodation, providing a natural feel for the water-not a stiff tow!
  • Upper Body Specific Training and Assessement, unlike Swim Fins.
  • Provides for familiar Stretch Cord Protocols with major improvements in Linear Speed and Force Control.
  • Provides the smooth control needed to allow swimmers to use subtle "kinesthetic" feel.
Technical Features
     
  • Standard Wheel-Chair Type Rechargeable Batteries.
  • Licensed under comprehensive U.S. Patents
  • Durable and Efficient Motor and Drive Train
  • Incorporates Speed and Force Sensing Control
  • Functions can be upgraded through reprogramming the Computer Controller.
Physical Features
     
  • Removable Handheld Control Computer.
  • Corrosion free Stainless Steel and Plastic Construction.
  • Designed for Convenience and Portability.
  • Large area of "tread" on base adapts to variations in deck surface.
  • Designed for Long-Term Service and Future Upgrades.
Future Upgrade Options
     
  • Controller and Software Upgrade Plans include:

  • --Power Assessment including "Power      Rack" Simulations.
    --Programmed Assist and Resist Training Protocols.
    --Stroke Assessment Protocols.
  • Personal Computer Interface and Software, utilized for:

  • --Logging data
    --Plotting force and speed curves
    --Downloading additional protocols to the Power Reel Controller

E-mail Bob Bernacki for information

 Last Updated: 04/09/01