Abstract: A brake lamp control method of a vehicle is provided. The method includes determining whether a deceleration of the vehicle based on regenerative brake through the electric motor is present in a hysteresis period between an off threshold as a reference for turning off a brake lamp and an on threshold as a reference for turning on the brake lamp. When the deceleration of the vehicle is present in the hysteresis period, the method includes determining a state of the brake lamp before the deceleration of the vehicle enters the hysteresis period. In response to determining that the brake lamp is turned on or off for a reason except for the regenerative brake before the deceleration of the vehicle enters the hysteresis period, a request for turning on the brake lamp is set or reset based on the regenerative brake in response to the determined state of the brake lamp.

Abstract: A switch device may include a rod movable in association with an operation of a brake pedal, a main body case in which one end side of the rod is disposed, a movable board disposed in the main body case, and a connecting mechanism configured to connect the rod and the movable board. The movable board may be displaceable via the movement of the rod such that a movable contact point of the movable board is in contact with or separate from a fixed contact point. The connecting mechanism may include a protruding portion radially protruding from the rod, and a wall portion provided in the movable board. After pushing the rod into the main body case by a predetermined length, a tooth portion disposed on the protruding portion may mesh with a tooth portion disposed on the wall portion connecting the rod and the movable board.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for replacing an existing truck cab braking light with an after-market or retrofit universal elongated light emitting diode (LED) light device which can easily replace existing truck cab rear facing brake lights, and do not require different types of light devices for different trucks, and can be rigidly sealed and seated against the rear of the truck cab with additional fasteners. The replacement light system include three sets of printed circuit boards having LEDS (light emitting diodes) that can be independently operated or operated together, in different colors, such as but not limited to red and white color emissions in various operating conditions.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for replacing an existing truck cab braking light with an after-market or retrofit universal elongated light emitting diode (LED) light device which can easily replace existing truck cab rear facing brake lights, and do not require different types of light devices for different trucks, and can be rigidly sealed and seated against the rear of the truck cab with additional fasteners. The replacement light system can include three sets of printed circuit boards having LEDS (light emitting diodes) that can be independently operated or operated together, in different colors, such as but not limited to red and white color emissions in various operating conditions. Another embodiment can use an adhesive surface across the back of the replacement brake light system bordered by a compressible weather type strip. A peelable layer can cover the adhesive surface and be peeled off when the replacement light system is to be placed on the upper back portion of the truck cab.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for replacing an existing truck cab braking light with an after-market or retrofit universal elongated light emitting diode (LED) light device which can easily replace existing truck cab rear facing brake lights, and do not require different types of light devices for different trucks, and can be rigidly sealed and seated against the rear of the truck cab with additional fasteners. The replacement light system include three sets of printed circuit boards having LEDS (light emitting diodes) that can be independently operated or operated together, in different colors, such as but not limited to red and white color emissions in various operating conditions.

Abstract: A pedal includes a pedal effort adjuster configured to generate pedal effort in response to an increase in stroke of a pedal arm, where the pedal effort adjuster includes a detent spring for generating the pedal effort by load of the detent spring that is decreased after being increased in response to a change in reaction force caused by the increase in stroke and a return spring for generating the pedal effort by load of the return spring that is increased by maintaining reaction force caused by the increase in stroke.

Abstract: A vehicle pedal with a pedal base defining a sensor housing and a pedal arm overlying and spaced from and pivotally coupled to the pedal base. A sensor in the sensor housing includes a sensor element that moves in the direction of the pedal base in response to the movement of the pedal arm to generate an electrical signal used to determine to position of the pedal arm. In one embodiment, the sensor includes a strain gage and the sensor element is an actuator that flexes the strain gage. In another embodiment, the sensor includes a Hall Effect sensor and the sensor element is a magnet whose movement results in a magnetic field change sensed by the Hall Effect sensor. In a further embodiment, the sensor element is a cap with wipers that slide against a resistive element.

Abstract: The systems and methods disclosed herein are directed to an intermittent flashing taillight on a motorcycle that may be activated when a foot lever is actuated and a hand lever is actuated between on and off. The flashing sequences, which may be controlled by the driver, through directly actuating the hand lever between on and off, may be more easily discernable than a solid illuminated taillight found in current motorcycles. In an illustrative embodiment, the motorcycle may include a hand lever that is associated with a front brake and a foot lever that is associated with a rear brake. At least one taillight may be provided in the motorcycle. A controller on the motorcycle may intermittently flash the at least one taillight according to actuations of the hand lever between on and off and when the second lever is continuously actuated.

Abstract: Disclosed is a brake master cylinder. The brake cylinder includes a cylinder body, a first piston and a second piston that are provided in the cylinder body so as to perform a reciprocating motion, and a hall sensor installed outside the cylinder body and configured to sense operations of the first and second pistons to control on/off of a brake lamp. The brake master cylinder is provided with a magnet installed on the first piston, and a rotation preventing member configured to limit rotation of the first piston, wherein as rotation of the first piston is limited, the magnet is installed at a portion of the first piston that faces the hall sensor.

Abstract: An electronic brake lamp switch may include an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) configured to generate a signal for turning on a brake lamp, an first output signal, and a second output signal, respectively, when a brake pedal is pressed and configured to package electrical elements for preventing failure when the failure such as outside overvoltage, abnormal surge or short circuit able to be generated on an output terminal occurs, and a printed circuit board (PCB) configured to receive power for operating the application-specific integrated circuit and to which the ASIC is mounted.

Abstract: A retraction mechanism moves a depressable key downward along a sloped surface from a raised state to a retracted state relative to a deck.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for a touchsurface assembly such as a key assembly are described. The touchsurface assembly includes a sheet metal component having ramps formed therein and a keycap having ramp contacting features and a touchsurface for receiving a press force that moves the keycap toward a pressed position. The ramp contacting features contact at least one of the ramps in the sheet metal component while the keycap moves toward the pressed position, the ramps guiding the keycap to move in a second direction orthogonal to the press direction as the keycap moves from the unpressed position toward the pressed position.

Abstract: A brake control device is provided that can reduce the driver's uncomfortable feeling even when operation amount detection means is broken down. When abnormality determination means 71 for determining abnormality of a pedal stroke sensor 3 determines that the operation amount detection means is abnormal, a predetermined regenerative torque is set to the generator (rotary electric machine) 9 upon sensing the pressing of a brake pedal by a stop lamp switch 4, and a predetermined maximum regenerative torque is set to the generator (rotary electric machine) 9 upon sensing the pressing of the pedal by a cruise control switch 42.

Abstract: A combination switch device for a clutch pedal of a vehicle in which functions of a clutch switch and an ignition-lock switch are combined and in which electrical contact action is carried out by a slide motion.

Abstract: A switch apparatus may include a switch body to which a connector of an electronic unit is connected and in which a relay board is provided, a conductive coupling section provided at a lower end of the switch body to be coupled to a vehicle body, and a conductive ground member having a base provided at a lower portion in an internal space of the switch body to be coupled to an upper end of the coupling section, and a clamping bar extending upwards from one side of the base to be coupled to a ground terminal provided at a lower end of the relay board.

Abstract: A method and device for providing a pilot warning signal is provided, where such method can include providing a first signal to indicate a pedal angle of a pedal, providing a second signal which is directly dynamically dependent on the pedal angle, pairing up values of the first signal and the second signal at specific times, determining an angle change of the pairs of values and an increment of the pairs of values at two successive times, and generating the pilot warning signal when actuation of the pedal and a stimulated tumbling movement of the aircraft are ascertained and if the determined angle change of the pairs of values is greater than a first threshold value or the determined angle change of the increment of the pairs of values is greater than a second threshold value. A computer program product and a warning device are also provided.

Abstract: A combination switch device for a clutch pedal of a vehicle in which functions of a clutch switch and an ignition-lock switch are combined and in which electrical contact action is carried out by a slide motion.

Abstract: A snowmobile includes an engine, an engine power controller, an operation portion, an operation input detector, an operation amount detector, and a control portion. The control portion does not control the engine power controller based on an amount detected by the operation amount detector in a preliminary zone in which the operation amount detected by the operation amount detector is not more than a first operation amount. The control portion controls the engine power controller based on an operation amount detected by the operation amount detector if the operation amount is greater than the first operation amount. A second operation amount smaller than the first operation amount is set in the preliminary zone and the control portion determines whether operation of the operation portion is carried out based on whether operation corresponding to the second operation amount is detected by the operation input detector.

Abstract: A clutch pedal switch for a vehicle may include a switch body on which a first fixed contact point and a second fixed contact point are formed with a predetermined distance therebetween, a first elastic member disposed around the first fixed contact point to apply elastic force to the first fixed contact point, and a first operation contact point is formed to selectively contact the first fixed contact point, a second elastic member disposed around the second fixed contact point to apply elastic force in the second fixed contact point direction, and a second operation contact point is formed to selectively contact the second fixed contact point, a rotating member disposed between the first fixed contact point and the second fixed contact point and is rotated by rotation of a pedal to apply force to the first elastic member and the second elastic member such that the first and second fixed contact points selectively contact the first and second operation contact points, and a terminal connected to the first el

Abstract: A switch bracket includes a bracket body that includes a lower surface and a kickplate. The switch bracket also includes a switch mount located on the lower surface of the bracket body, where at least a portion of the kickplate extends outward from the lower surface further than the stop lamp switch that is retained at the switch mount. In another embodiment, a brake pedal assembly includes a switch bracket coupled to a pedal mount, the switch bracket having a lower surface and a kickplate. The brake pedal assembly also includes a stop lamp switch coupled to the lower surface of the switch bracket, and a brake pedal rotationally engaged with the pedal mount and coupled to the stop lamp switch.

Abstract: An adjustable operating mechanism for a kick down switch includes a stopper formed on a stopper bracket and having a slope surface inclined in one direction, a kick down switch including a member for providing different mechanical operating feeling and a protrusion having a slope surface corresponding to the slope surface of the stopper, and a groove formed on an acceleration pedal arm to receive the kick down switch, the kick down switch being configured and dimensioned to be movable therein to a predetermined position so that a kick down-generating time point is adjusted.

Abstract: A clutch pedal switch for a vehicle may include a switch body on which a first fixed contact point and a second fixed contact point are formed with a predetermined distance therebetween, a first elastic member disposed around the first fixed contact point to apply elastic force to the first fixed contact point, and a first operation contact point is formed to selectively contact the first fixed contact point, a second elastic member disposed around the second fixed contact point to apply elastic force in the second fixed contact point direction, and a second operation contact point is formed to selectively contact the second fixed contact point, a rotating member disposed between the first fixed contact point and the second fixed contact point and is rotated by rotation of a pedal to apply force to the first elastic member and the second elastic member such that the first and second fixed contact points selectively contact the first and second operation contact points, and a terminal connected to the first el

Abstract: A one-touch stop-lamp switch of a vehicle can contribute to reducing manufacturing costs of a vehicle and ensuring stable and durable quality by quickly and simply mounting the stop-lamp switch at an appropriate position with respect to a brake pedal and stably maintaining the position.

Abstract: An automotive brake light switch mounted on a brake booster includes a housing defining a constant pressure chamber and a variable pressure chamber partitioned by a diaphragm, with a first through-hole of the housing, a second through-hole formed in the diaphragm and an air intake valve to allow the constant pressure chamber to selectively communicate with the variable pressure chamber, wherein the air intake valve is fitted into the second through-hole and configured to selectively open or close the first through-hole in response to a brake pedal, the brake light switch apparatus having a switch body, a switch rod slidably mounted to the switch body so as to turn on/off a switch of the switch body, wherein a protruding length of the switch rod is changeable by the air intake valve, and a coupling portion coupling the switch body to the housing through the first through-hole.

Abstract: An adaptive position kick-down detent mechanism for providing a force feedback to an operator of a vehicle through a drive-by-wire accelerator prior to the transmission performing a kick-down. The kick-down detent mechanism includes a plunger portion, a plunger driving device, and an elastic portion. The plunger portion is slidable within the plunger driving device and is biased by the elastic portion. An electronic control unit communicates a kick-down pedal position to the plunger driving device, which moves the plunger portion to the kick-down pedal position so that the force feedback is provided to the driver before the kick-down even as the kick-down pedal position changes during vehicle operation.

Abstract: A movable contact which is positioned inside a sealing case is moved by a magnetic shunt body which moves outside the sealing case. The movement of the movable contact by the movement of the magnetic shunt body is caused by a change of magnetic force of a magnet through a pair of yokes. The magnetic shunt body is assembled to a moving member, and elastically moves around the moving member resisting a first spring.

Abstract: A brake pedal stop lamp switch assembly includes a pedal switch plate fixed to a car body, a switch-fixing bracket mounted to the pedal switch plate and having at least one or more fixing-protrusions, a switch assembly linearly moving in a pressing direction in the switch-fixing bracket, and a hall-effect sensor that generates a signal when a magnet attached to upper portion of pedal stopper plate approaches and an electronic circuit that receives signals of the hall-effect sensor, and a plurality of teeth formed at the switch assembly to fix the switch assembly that has linearly moved relative to the switch-fixing bracket, engaged with the fixing-protrusion of the switch-fixing bracket.

Abstract: A one-touch stop-lamp switch of a vehicle can contribute to reducing manufacturing costs of a vehicle and ensuring stable and durable quality by quickly and simply mounting the stop-lamp switch at an appropriate position with respect to a brake pedal and stably maintaining the position.

Abstract: The present invention is to improve productivity and maintain a predetermined switch contact gap between a sensing rod and a stopper after mounting the pedal switch in order to accurately detect the operational conditions as the pedal arm is operated, by fastening a pedal switch to a mounting bracket fixed to the car body in one touch insertion way. A device for fixing a pedal switch of a vehicle according to the present invention comprises a lock case 10 fastened to a mounting bracket 1 fixed to a car body; a return spring 20 disposed in the lock case 10; and a lock rod ring 30 disposed movably within a predetermined distance inside the lock case 10 and elastically supported by the return spring 20, and in which a sensing rod 42 of the pedal switch 40 is fastened.

Abstract: A pedal device for adjusting pedal effort includes a housing fixed to a car body, a pedal arm that is hinged about the housing, an elastic member that is disposed between the housing and the pivot end of the pedal arm and provides a return force to the pedal arm, a pedal effort adjusting unit that is movably disposed in the housing and has a sloped portion for adjusting a pre-compression force to the elastic member, and a pre-compression force setting unit that sets a fixed position of the pedal effort adjusting unit with respect to the housing and keeps a pre-compression force applied to the elastic member at a predetermined level. With this configuration, the pedal device can adjust the reaction force applied to the driver pressing the pedal corresponding to the driver's driving propensity, thereby improving the operability and reducing the fatigue of the driver's ankle.

Abstract: An automotive brake light switch mounted on a brake booster includes a housing defining a constant pressure chamber and a variable pressure chamber partitioned by a diaphragm, with a first through-hole of the housing, a second through-hole formed in the diaphragm and an air intake valve to allow the constant pressure chamber to selectively communicate with the variable pressure chamber, wherein the air intake valve is fitted into the second through-hole and configured to selectively open or close the first through-hole in response to a brake pedal, the brake light switch apparatus having a switch body, a switch rod slidably mounted to the switch body so as to turn on/off a switch of the switch body, wherein a protruding length of the switch rod is changeable by the air intake valve, and a coupling portion coupling the switch body to the housing through the first through-hole.

Abstract: Provided is a switch for vehicles, which includes an intermittent driving device connected to a control device which opens and closes a switching device based on the magnitude of the magnetism of a magnet mounted on an operating body. Therefore, the supply of power from a battery to a detection device and the control device is intermittently performed at a predetermined period by the intermittent driving device.

Abstract: The present invention provides a brake pedal stop lamp switch assembly comprising: a pedal switch plate fixed to a car body, a switch-fixing bracket mounted to the pedal switch plate and having at least one or more fixing-protrusions, a switch assembly linearly moving in a pressing direction in the switch-fixing bracket, and including a hole sensor that generates a signal when a magnet attached to upper portion of pedal stopper plate approaches and an electronic circuit that receives signals of the hole sensor, and a plurality of teeth formed at the switch assembly to fix the switch assembly that has linearly moved relative to the switch-fixing bracket, engaged with the fixing-protrusion of the switch-fixing bracket.

Abstract: Provided is a switch for vehicles, including a first switching device which performs the electrical connection/disconnection between a battery and a stop lamp and a second switching device connected to a control device which opens and closes the first switching device based on the magnitude of the magnetism of a magnet mounted on an operating body. Various controls such as auto-cruise control and so on as well as the turn on/off of the stop lamp can be simultaneously performed by the one magnet mounted on the operating body of the switch for vehicles.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a pedal device that makes it possible to adjust the reaction force applied to the driver pressing the pedal to correspond to the driver's driving propensity by adjusting the pre-compression force against the return spring providing the return force to the pedal arm such that the operability is improved and the fatigue of the driver's ankle is reduced, and corresponds to the requirements of the driver by appropriately adjusting the reaction force.

Abstract: A moving element, which is situated on an exterior of a closed case which accommodates therein a fixed contact, a movable contact and a magnetic material and is adapted to be activated in response to a depressing operation of a brake pedal of a vehicle, is provided relative to the closed case, and a magnet is integrated into this moving element, whereby the magnetic material is attracted from the outside of the closed case by the magnet moving together with the magnet, so as to cause the movable contact to move relative to the fixed contact.

Abstract: In the switch, a terminal section and a contact section of a fixed contact are separately formed and the two sections are connected via a coil made of a conductive metal wire. After electrical connection is established between a movable contact and fixed contacts, a weak current with no arc discharge flows between the movable and the fixed contacts. This prevents build-up of oxide or carbide on the contact surface, allowing the switch to have stable contact operation and accordingly reliable electrical connection.

Abstract: A switch in particular for a master cylinder unit, for opening and/or closing an electrical circuit, for example, for switching on the brake lights, comprises a casing suitable for being housed in a compartment of the cylinder body, a first electrical contact fixed firmly to the casing, a movable element slidable in the casing, a second electrical contact associated with the movable element, and a resilient element for keeping the movable element constantly urged against the piston of the master cylinder unit. The switch forms a switch box which is produced separately and can be associated with the cylinder body in the compartment provided therein.

Abstract: A vehicle warning system and a method of modifying a vehicle is provided. The system is installable on a vehicle having a brake pedal operatively connected to a brake light mounted on a rear portion of the vehicle. In one aspect, the vehicle warning system includes a distance proximity sensor adapted for mounting on the rear portion of the vehicle and a controller operatively connected to the sensor. The controller is adapted to receive a brake signal when the brake pedal of the vehicle is depressed, which activates the controller to send a start flashing signal to the brake light. The sensor sends a stop flashing signal to the controller upon sensing a vehicle within a selected distance behind the vehicle.

Abstract: This device is a wireless tailgate braking and turn signal System, which will temporarily enable a driver of a vehicle to have taillights and/or a blinker system for emergency situations. This would insure road safety in all types of conditions, both in terms of extremes in temperature and inclement weather.

Abstract: A brake light warning system for safety helmets includes a transmitter module adapted for mounting to a vehicle, such as a motorcycle, and a receiver module adapted for mounting to a safety helmet. The transmitter module is configured to continuously transmit a transmission signal when a brake of the vehicle is disengaged and discontinue transmission of the transmission signal when a brake of the vehicle is engaged. The receiver module is configured to detect a presence or absence of the transmission signal from the transmitter module. The receiver module has at least one light generating element that illuminates or increases in brightness upon detection of the absence of the transmission signal to indicate that the vehicle brake is engaged.

Abstract: A pedal actuated switch assembly The switch assembly comprises a housing, a linear actuator resiliently supported in the housing and coupled with the a pedal for linear movement relative to the housing, a rotational actuator rotatably supported in the housing and coupled with the linear actuator such that the linear movement of the linear actuator produces a rotational movement of the rotational actuator, and an electrical switch supported in the housing and controllable by the rotational movement of the rotational actuator for selectively opening and closing the electrical switch.

Abstract: With the stoplight switch and method for its mounting in accordance with the present invention, by configuring the stoplight switch in a manner such that a contact section of a spacer projecting out from a through-hole on the side surface of a case is made to come into contact with an end portion of a U-shaped engagement spring that is supported by a sliding body thereby to press the pressing section so as to move the spacer and secure the action rod and the sliding body, mounting work and adjustment of the action rod are made easy.

Abstract: A switch 2 is provided, especially a motor vehicle brake-light switch, which can be actuated by a switch element 1, whereby an adjustment device 3 is arranged between switch 2 and the switch element 1. The adjustment device is designed as lever arm which is connected on one side with the switch element 1 and on the other side with an actuating part 20 of switch 2.

Abstract: A motor vehicle brake light system for indicating when a person's vehicle has zero velocity. The motor vehicle brake light system includes a pressure sensitive pad mounted to a vehicle behind a brake pedal such that the brake pedal engages the pad when the brake pedal is depressed and a circuit is closed. A microprocessor is operationally coupled to the pad. A plurality of brake lights is mounted on the motor vehicle and operationally coupled to the microprocessor. The brake lights are steadily illuminated when the circuit is closed. A plurality of auxiliary lights is mounted on the motor vehicle and operationally coupled to the microprocessor. The auxiliary lights flash when the circuit is closed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a push-switch that comprises a tubular case, a fixed electrical contact in the tubular case, an operation shaft in the tubular case, a contact piece held by a holding part to the operation shaft, a resilient member for urging the operation shaft, and a cover for closing the tubular case. The holding part defines grooves and a recess between the grooves, and the contact piece has a fixing part positioned within the grooves and a protrusion positioned within the recess. The contact piece also includes an arm having an electrical contact thereon for sliding engagement with the fixed electrical contact upon depression of the operation shaft, and the cover includes an opening. The cover also includes a rib projecting downwardly from a lower side thereof, with an inner side of the rib being flush with a contact surface of the fixed electrical contact. To assemble the push-switch the contact piece is attached to the operation shaft via the holding part.

Abstract: A vehicular deceleration warning system for providing a warning that impending deceleration and braking may occur. The vehicular deceleration warning system includes an accelerator pedal pressure sensor for detecting removal of a driver's foot pressure from the accelerator pedal. The sensor comprises a housing. The housing includes a bottom wall with a substantially planar bottom for securely removably mounting on a front surface of the pedal. The housing also includes a top wall with a substantially planar top surface for pressing a foot against. A first plate is mounted in the housing adjacent to the top wall of the housing. A second plate is mounted in the housing adjacent to the bottom wall of the housing. A biasing means is provided for biasing the second plate away from the first plate. A signaling means is provided for visually warning the following vehicle of the impending deceleration of the first vehicle. The signaling means is designed to illuminate when activated.

Abstract: A brake pedal position circuit includes a brake pedal mechanism having a ferromagnetic portion, which is movably mounted in a motor vehicle. At least one permanent magnet for generating a magnetic field is provided, as well as at least one Hall effect device for generating output data states that are dictated by variations in the magnetic field. A housing for the permanent magnet and the Hall effect device is fixedly secured in the vehicle so as to provide a portion in proximate relation to the brake pedal ferromagnetic portion when the brake pedal is in an “at rest” position. Movement of the brake pedal mechanism in the vehicle changes the magnetic field and causes a resulting change in the Hall effect device data state.

Abstract: A master cylinder assembly for controlling a motor vehicle clutch including switches for controlling functions such as enabling the starter motor, disabling the cruise control, or signaling the engine computer. The assembly includes an annular seal disposed in an internal groove in the wall of the cylinder sealingly engaging the piston of the cylinder and dividing the cylinder into a pressurized chamber on one side of the seal and an unpressurized chamber open to atmosphere on the other side of the seal.

Abstract: A pedal assembly (10) is mounted on a body structure of a motor vehicle and is used to generate a control signal for vehicle system. The pedal assembly includes a pedal arm (12) having a lower end (14) connected to a pedal pad (16) and an upper end (18) pivotally supported on a pivot shaft (22) to define a pivot axis (24). A housing (20) supports the pivot shaft (22) such that the pedal arm (12) is mounted for movement relative to the housing (20) about the pivot axis (24). A non-contact sensor assembly with a magnet member (26) spaced apart from a non-contact sensing surface (30) is used to generate the control signal based on pedal movement. The magnet member (26) is pivotally mounted on the shaft (22) for pivotal movement with the pedal arm (12) about the pivot axis (24) and the non-contact sensing surface (30) extends across an interior face (28) of the housing (20) to interact with the magnet member (26).