Continuous Rope Climb

The purpose of this project is to design and build a continuous rope climbing device for cross-training gyms that can be used regardless of having limited ceiling height. This is accomplished by employing a continuous loop of rope, a rope pulley with gear reduction, and an eddy current braking system, which regulates the climbing speed. Our design is compact, easy-to-use, does not require external power supply, and weighs less than 70 pounds. The device is compliant with a range of rope diameters from 1.25” to 1.75”, which can be replaced without disassembly, and is easily maintained. The climber runs quietly, can be installed in most gyms, and may be used for both a continuous vertical climb and horizontal pull. The braking system creates variable resistance on the continuous loop of rope, allowing for the ability to simulate a constant climb, even with low ceilings or limited space.