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International Ponygirl Standards Commission (IPSC) Equipment Certificate Application — Attachment 3 THIS APPLICATION DOCUMENT IS PUBLISHED BY THE IPSC FOR PUBLIC INTEREST PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE APPROVAL OR CERTIFICATION FOR GENERAL USE. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND EXPERT REVIEW SHALL CONCLUDE NOT LATER THAN NINETY (90) CALENDAR DAYS FOLLOWING PUBLICATION. DISTRIBUTION OF PROVISIONAL EQUIPMENT MODELS SHALL BE ACCOMPANIED WITH REQUIRED DISCLAIMERS AND COPIES OF THE APPLICATION DOCUMENTS. PROVISIONAL EQUIPMENT SHALL NOT BE USED WITH ACTIVE PONYGIRLS REGISTERED TO COMPETE IN DRESSAGE, CHARIOT, FREE-RUN, OR OBSTACLE EVENTS. SPECIAL EXEMPTIONS FOR LABYRINTH AND WOODED HUNT EVENTS MAY BE OBTAINED FOLLOWING FITNESS CLASS R QUALIFICATIONS, AND SUBMISSION OF SIGNED WAIVERS BY OWNER AND SUPERVISION STATEMENTS BY AN IPSC-CERTIFIED VETERENARIAN. INTRODUCTION The current state of the art for high-knee step training involves an axle-based lead that the subject follows in a circular path, combined with motivational whipping by the trainer. Top ponygirl teams aiming to push to the next level of form consistency find themselves limited by three factors: whip accuracy, subject endurance and recovery time due to whipping, and invariant terrain. This invention solves all three problems. Because it applies mechanical corrections through leg attachments, the equipment is portable to a variety of training environments, including chariots. The ponygirl is given aligned incentives through various optional amendments, chiefly the variable-rate dildo stick which oscillates in time with the step cycles, compatible with Class A, C, and M templates. DESIGN DETAILS The primary chassis (Fig. 1) consists of two Klann linkages (Patent No. US6260862B1) modified to achieve the optimal performance paths for knee and ankle described in ISO-45063:2007. The chassis exhibits bilateral symmetry, connected at the center by an adjustable gear panel, which may be driven solely by the leg motion or with external augmentation, and pairs to a helical pinion that provides linear motion to the dildo stick. Leg Attachment Points For complete motion specificity, tendonic polymer straps are designed in a Voronoi pattern (Fig. 2) whose cells correspond to common nerve intervention points on the calf and thigh of each leg. This ensures that trainers can add or remove electrostimulation modules without removing the chassis. When the subject is enclosed in the straps, the trainer shall turn each strap's security valve (Fig. 3), which will cause the tendonics to shrink and harden to form-fit the ponygirl's unique musculature. Each leg shall be held in the Zenith position during hardening, to allow room for the muscles to relax and contract normally during exercises. Calibration Ponygirls vary in their height and spread, meaning the absolute paths imposed by the equipment shall be adjusted to accurately correct the subject under operation. The positions of the attachment points on the linkage may be calibrated before or after hardening (see Appendix B). Calibration instructions shall be provided with the equipment, supporting options to use imaging software or adjunct-ruler methods. Instructions for calibration using sensor implants are not required, as they are still considered experimental and disallowed in the European circuit. However, the inventor has offered to work with the experimental community to develop calibration instructions for an additional fee. Motivational Components The dildo stick's oscillation factor may be adjusted between 0.25x and 2.5x. If it is set to 0.5x, the stick will reach its peak once for every two times the right leg reaches Zenith. Phase adjustment is not supported. Additionally, an optional accelerometer is available (Fig. 4) to control vibration when the speed falls within a specified window. The following MCs are supported via chariot frames, or with frames attached to back-mounted power packs. Due to the weight of the frame, power packs must include posture correction contours. Nipple-pull chains have grown popular with axial-lead trainers over the past few years because they provide immediate feedback. The same effect is achieved with IPST using magnetic piercings, which are pulled by frame-mounted electromagnets (Fig. 5). The strength of the left and right electromagnets can be programmed independently, allowing operators to communicate both speed and steering commands with precision and grace. The piercings are made of silver-plated iron, for carefree operation in all weather conditions. An external driver for the gear box (Fig. 6) can be wired to the power pack to augment or even replace the kinetic energy supplied by the legs, allowing the subject to focus on flexibility and muscle memory at speed, without reaching a strenuous heart rate. This is especially useful for helping recalcitrant ponygirls overcome their fear of running or pulling with high momentum, while still practicing good form. Usage Guidelines — Provisional Ponygirls equipped with the IPST shall undergo normal operation no longer than five (5) hours within a 24 hour period, of which strenuous operation may not exceed two (2) hours. The ponygirl may remain equipped, with motivational components removed, during her free saunter time, as well as during feeding, so long one leg is supported at Zenith by a winch or a secured U-bar. The ponygirl must be unequipped for lavage and sleep. Time limits are halved when training with power packs. Failure to follow these guidelines may impair circulation and skin quality. Ponygirls equipped with the IPST and power pack shall not be operated on a downward gradient of 10% or more. With a chariot and power pack, the limit is 3%. If employing the dildo stick, trainers shall adhere to the lubricant reapplication intervals for their chosen template. Note that these intervals shrink significantly when operating at high speeds. Final guidelines to be issued by the IPSC following approval. DEMONSTRATIVE PROTOTYPES Per IPSC regulations, approved training equipment shall be made available for all size classes, though prototypes for Saddle class are not required for the approval process. The Standard model has reached provisional certification with the IPSC following testing with #48 "Chelsea" (asphalt only). Petite model certification is staged for testing with #51 "Stephanie" pending recovery from her branding renewal. ADDENDUM Inquiries about provisional use may be directed to the inventor alongside materials detailing the biometrics of the intended subject to equip, and proof of registration of deferral from competitions where prohibited. IPSC is a registered non-profit dedicated to ensuring fairness, safety, and excellence in gynequine sports. "IPSC," the prance logo, and the chariot logo are trademarks of the IPSC, and may not be used without permission. Trademark infringement is punishable by fines up to $100,000, payable by indentured pettification where jurisdictions allow.