Abstract: A child's active transportation device comprising: a steering rod permanently or removably affixed to a wheel base, said wheel base having a platform and mechanism or device for affixing a plurality of wheels to said wheel base, and also having a plurality of wheels and associated equipment and method of use.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a novel steering system specifically designed to operate in conjunction with the powered version of the extreme-travel independent suspension system that is disclosed in the U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/087,552. Based on a steering mechanism commonly found in off-road racing trucks built around Ford's twin I-beam front suspension system, this novel steering system comprises a type of swingset steering linkage structure. Unique features of this novel steering system include a right-angle bellcrank and swingset arm whereby the vertical bellcrank arm functions like the swingset arm. This novel steering system utilizes front or rear driver and passenger tie rods operating in coincidence with their counterpart suspension links to control the directional orientation of the steering or non-steering knuckles with minimal bump steer or change in toe throughout suspension travel, respectively.

Abstract: A supporting and braking assembly for a motor vehicle wheel has a supporting member, defined by a single piece adapted to be coupled to a suspension of the motor vehicle and provided with a central portion coupled to a rotating hub by means of a bearing. The supporting member is also provided with two arms which extend in cantilevered manner from the central portion in essentially radial directions and support respective studs, to which a floating caliper is slidingly coupled. The caliper is arranged straddling a brake disc, fixed and coaxial with respect to the hub, and supports two brake pads arranged on opposite sides of the brake disc. At least one of the studs is sized so as to transfer the tangential loads caused by braking from the caliper directly onto the corresponding arm.

Abstract: A motorcycle positioning creeper allows a medium to large motorcycle to be easily mounted on the positioning creeper and easily moved to any desired position on a horizontal surface. The motorcycle positioning creeper comprises an H-frame support panel and four wheels. The H-frame support panel comprises a low slung panel, four protrusions and four protrusion strengtheners. The low slung panel has a front, a rear and four corners. The protrusions are formed individually at the corners, protrude up and out and are separated from adjacent protrusions by a distance greater than a motorcycle tire width, and each protrusion has a sloped connector and a raised mounting surface. The four protrusion strengtheners are mounted respectively at the corners, and each protrusion strengthener connects to the low slung panel and the corresponding sloped connector and raised mounting surface. The four wheels are mounted rotatably respectively under the raised mounting surfaces.

Abstract: Steering control apparatuses and methods for a vehicle are provided. A steering control apparatus can include a steering shaft drivingly linked to a pair of front wheels of a vehicle. A movable steering handle can also be provided and disposed about the steering shaft, with the steering handle being capable of selectively turning the pair of front wheels to direct the movement of the vehicle. A first and second brake clutch mechanism for engaging and disengaging first and second drive wheels, respectively, can be provided. First and second brake clutch control levers can selectively control the first and second brake clutch mechanism, respectively, to engage and disengage the first and second drive wheels. The steering handle can include a coupling base.

Abstract: A turn brake includes a cylinder assembly coupled to a conventional front-wheel steering system of a multi-track vehicle. The cylinder assembly generates fluid power for applying differential braking force to left and right wheels of the vehicle in response to turning of a steering wheel of the steering system, thereby compensating for a loss of steering traction. Pressure generated in the cylinder assembly can exert a reaction force on the steering wheel to provide tactile feedback to the driver, which may help to avoid oversteer. An optional shutoff mechanism may be provided for selectively disabling or disconnecting the turn brake.

Abstract: A three-wheeled vehicle having a pair of front wheels and a single rear wheel is provided with a roll-related reactive system. The roll-related reactive system provides braking of at least one of the front wheels independent of braking initiated by an operator of the vehicle.

Abstract: A steering wheel for steering and braking an vehicle having a steering and braking system. A first steering wheel segment is spaced from and rotatably fixed to the hub. A second steering wheel segment is spaced from and rotatably fixed to the hub such that the second steering wheel segment is rotatable, in combination with the hub, about the steering axis to steer the vehicle. The second steering wheel segment is pivotably movable between an equilibrium position in which the second steering wheel segment is aligned with the first steering wheel segment to define at least a part of a steering wheel perimeter and a braking position. Wherein the second steering wheel segment is displaced from alignment from the first steering wheel segment to actuate the braking system so that the steering wheel can simultaneously steer and brake the vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling the braking of a vehicle having a brake system. The apparatus comprises a brake actuating member (10) mounted to the vehicle within hand reach of a driver. Strain gages (17S, 18S) are adapted for being disposed in communication with the brake actuating member (10). A processing unit is connected to the strain gages (17S, 18S) for receiving input therefrom and for proportionally power-assisting the brake system of the vehicle, whereby the driver, by exerting varying pressure (A) by hand on the brake actuating member (10), controls the braking of the vehicle.

Abstract: A system which includes a steering member that not only allows the operator to accomplish the steering of a vehicle, but also allows the operator to merely exert a force on the steering member to control the braking mechanism of a vehicle. The steering member, acting as a unitary device for controlling two of the principal operations of a vehicle, provides the operator with improved handling capabilities and does so without the operator needing to use his/her feet which makes the control system of the vehicle particularly suited for handicapped individuals.

Abstract: A steering and control system is disclosed which includes a steering wheel that not only allows for the operator to accomplish the steering of a vehicle, but also allows the operator to merely exert a force on the steering to control the braking mechanism of a vehicle. The steering wheel, acting as a unitary device for controlling two of the principal operations of a vehicle, provides the operator with improved handling capabilities and does so without the operator needing to use his/her feet which makes the control system of the vehicle particularly suited for handicapped individuals.

Abstract: A system which includes a steering that not only allows the operator to accomplish the steering of a vehicle, but also allows the operator to merely exert a force on the steering to control the braking mechanism of a vehicle. The steering, acting as a unitary device for controlling two of the principal operations of a vehicle, provides the operator with improved handling capabilities and does so without the operator needing to use his/her feet which makes the control system of the vehicle particularly suited for handicapped individuals.

Abstract: A suspension and braking assembly for a wheel of vehicle, comprises a suspension link, a hub mounted on the suspension link for rotation relative thereto, a brake disc mounted for rotation with the hub, friction material pads arranged on opposite sides of the disc, and a piston and cylinder assembly operable to urge the pads against the disc. The link comprises top and bottom mounts for supports. The suspension link also comprises the cylinder of said piston and cylinder assembly which is formed integrally with the remainder of the link. Said disc is mounted for limited movement on the hub in a direction generally parallel to the axis about which the hub rotates.

Abstract: A vehicle steering input device includes a fixed housing, a steering input shaft rotatable relative to the housing by a vehicle operator, a hub non-rotatably mounted on the input shaft, a friction member frictionally engaging the hub, a resilient member biased to maintain the friction member in engagement with the hub member, a movable locking ring meshingly coupled to the friction member, and an electromagnet. When the electromagnet is energized it moves the locking ring into meshing engagement with the housing, thus limiting rotation of the friction member and creating an additional friction force which makes it more difficult to rotate the hub and the input shaft. The magnitude of this friction force depends on the bias of the resilient member and is not limited by the strength of the electromagnet.

Abstract: A steering and control system is disclosed which includes a steering wheel that not only allows for the operator to accomplish the steering of a vehicle, but also allows the operator to merely exert a force on the steering to control the braking mechanism of a vehicle. The steering wheel, acting as a unitary device for controlling two of the principal operations of a vehicle, provides the operator with improved handling capabilities and does so without the operator needing to use his/her feet which makes the control system of the vehicle particularly suited for handicapped individuals.

Abstract: A steering system with a kickback control arrangement is disclosed which is particularly suitable for an industrial vehicle such as a forklift truck with a dirigible rear wheel or wheels. A steering force transmitting system is operatively disposed between a manual steering handle and a dirigible wheel whereby the dirigible wheel is steered by the manual steering handle. This steering force transmitting system includes a force transmitting part, such as a steering shaft assembly and/or a pinion assembly, which has one end subjected to a steering force (a steering torque) manually imposed on the manual steering handle and an opposite end subjected to an external force (a kickback) imposed on the dirgible wheel. A torque sensor and a rotation sensor are arranged on the force transmitting part and a brake is arranged as to decelerate the manual steering handle when a kickback is detected based on the outputs of the sensors.

Abstract: A four-wheel human powered vehicle including a frame for supporting the operator of the cycle in a substantially recumbent position, rear wheels mounted on the sides of the frame, two arms mounted on the frame and extending forwardly and outwardly therefrom, and each mounting a front wheel, steering means connected to the front wheels and controllable by the operator, and a crank boom extending forwardly from the frame and supporting a crank mounting foot pedals, and a drive attached thereto for transferring the power to one of the rear wheels.

Abstract: A steering knuckle is provided which has a unitary sheet metal construction. A steering arm is integral with the steering knuckle. Brake cylinder structure adapted to operatively receive brake piston structure is carried by and extends outwardly from the steering knuckle.

Abstract: A land vehicle comprising a coaster-sled board that has support members provided therefor including a front support member, pivotally positioned brake means are operatively carried by the board and a steering and brake control assembly is positioned in a longitudinally extending slot in the frame board and engages the front support member. Flexible means connect the steering assembly to the brake means whereby when the operator of the vehicle pushes the steering means forcibly forwardly in the slot, a braking action can be obtained, but yet steering action also is provided by the steering assembly.

Abstract: A motorcycle braking mechanism includes a brake plate that is rotatably mounted on a front axle and a torque arm is secured to the brake plate. A rod has one end pivotally connected to the torque arm and the other end is pivotally connected to a clamp that is secured onto the upper fork tube so that when braking action is applied to the front brake, the brake plate applies a torquing force to the torque arm which is translated into a linear force via the rod thereby reducing the downward movement of the fork tube relative to the slider.

Abstract: A braking system for the front wheels of a motor vehicle. A first reducing valve is interposed between the driver's master cylinder and the brake acting on the front wheel on one side and a second reducing valve is interposed between the master cylinder and the brake acting on the front wheel on the other side. The valves are arranged so that they do not restrict braking in a straight line but a resilient linkage connected to the vehicle suspension controls braking during cornering so that the pressure to the brake on the inboard wheel is reduced. The valves give improved braking to cornering characteristics compared with previously proposed systems.

Abstract: A liquid pressure braking system for a vehicle has a master cylinder which is connected to the brake operating motor cylinder on each front wheel of the vehicle through a respective liquid pressure intensifier. Each intensifier has a differential area piston. The differential liquid pressure on the piston, which tends to close the valve and render the intensifier effective to increase the liquid pressure at its outlet as compared with its liquid pressure inlet, is opposed by a spring which reacts against a stepped plunger. The plunger projects towards a link 18 of a mechanism which interconnects suspension components of the two front wheels.

Abstract: A motor vehicle with conventional spring suspension has a valve which is connected to the suspension on either side of the vehicle through springs so that when the vehicle rolls during cornering the valve is biassed in one direction or the other. The valve controls braking to the front wheels of the vehicle so that in a corner the inboard wheel is braked less than the outboard wheel.

Abstract: A sport vehicle comprising a vehicle frame having a step on its upper surface and an upstanding handle rod at its front end. At the lower surface of the front of the frame a front wheel axle is mounted having a pair of front wheels at its ends, the middle portion of the axle being rotatably supported through a steering shaft having a negative caster angle, the vehicle frame and the front wheel axle being interconnected through a resilient member. A single rear wheel is mounted on the vehicle frame at the lower surface of the rear portion thereof. One of the three wheels can be a driving vehicle wheel in which case a pedal lever is swingably mounted on the frame for upwards and downwards movement to drive a longitudinally extending flexible member for reciprocation in forwardly and rearwardly direction.