Abstract: An electronic adjustable control pedal assembly for a motor vehicle including a carrier, a guide rod adapted to be secured to the dash panel of the vehicle and mounting the carrier for fore and aft movement along the guide rod, a power drive operative to move the carrier along the guide rod, a pedal arm pivotally mounted on the carrier, a potentiometer mounted on the carrier and operative to generate an output electrical signal proportioned to the extent of pivotal movement of the pedal arm, and a resistance assembly to provide feedback or "feel" to the operator. The resistance assembly includes an annular friction surface defined on the carrier, a sleeve positioned over the friction surface, and a coil spring encircling the sleeve and arranged to be tightened in response to pivotal movement of the pedal arm to squeeze the sleeve against the friction surface and generate a friction resistance force.

Abstract: A brake pedal assembly includes a pedal arm formed from one-piece of aluminum bar stock which is pivotally mounted by a bushing holder fixed on the pedal arm by external upsetting. The pedal arm includes two integral projections which receive the foot pad plate that is secured on the pedal arm by staking of the integral projections. This enables the assembly of a brake pedal without welding of material and facilitates the use of aluminum material in fabricating the pedal arm.

Abstract: A manual control arrangement for an adjustable control pedal system for a motor vehicle provides for pivotal adjustment of the control pedals relative to the vehicle driver. The manual control arrangement allows optimal adjustment of each of the control pedals of the motor vehicle (e.g. the brake and accelerator pedals for motor vehicles with automatic transmissions, or the brake, accelerator and clutch pedals for motor vehicle with manual transmissions) relative to driver so as to suit the needs of a particular driver for maximum comfort and operability. The manual control arrangement is preferably operatively arranged with each of the control pedals for simultaneous and uniform adjustment and is preferably interconnected with a plurality of camming devices corresponding in number to the number of control pedals.

Abstract: In an automotive pedal support system, an operating member is supported for operation by a support member, and a return spring operable to apply a force to the operating member in a direction opposite to the direction of depression of the operating member. A projecting portion is formed on one of the support member and the operating member, and a receiving portion is formed on the other of the support member and the operating member. The projecting portion and the receiving portion are coupled to each other to permit operation of the operating member, and constitute a holding mechanism for holding the support member and the operating member in an assembled state.

Abstract: A gas pedal arrangement for a motor vehicle has a pedal plate which is swivellably held on a pedal holding device in the form of a housing. This pedal plate is connected with an adjusting device. The pedal holding device consists of an oblong housing which includes two half shells and in which components of the adjusting device are held on bearing points molded on the inside. On the outside of the half shells, transversely extending catch hook strips are provided, and on an underside of the half shells directed toward the vehicle body, molded-on common centering domes are provided for the fastening and fixing of the position of the housing. A gas pull is connected with a deflecting lever in a suspended manner, the gas pull being guided in the base of the pedal plate on a swivellable deflecting pulley which has a circular-arc-shaped segment.

Abstract: A parking brake mechanism for vehicles includes a cam plate free to rotate about main shaft with respect to a foot operated parking brake pedal lever and having cam portions. When a brake control cable is connected with the wheel brake assembly, the cam plate is held in integral relation with the brake pedal lever by one of the cam portions, a cam follower and a tension spring so that the cable cam be easily connected with the cam plate regardless of the biasing force of the tension spring.

Abstract: An adjustable control pedal apparatus for a motor vehicle. The pedal assembly is slidably mounted at its upper end on a single hollow guide rod extending rearwardly from a transmission housing which in turn is pivotally mounted to a bracket secured to the firewall of the vehicle. A nut is positioned slidably within the hollow guide rod and a screw shaft extends rearwardly from the transmission housing for threaded engagement with the nut. A key extends from the nut to the pedal assembly so that linear movement of the nut within the hollow rod as generated by rotation of the screw shaft results in forward and rearward movement of the pedal assembly along the guide rod. The screw shaft is driven by a transmission positioned in the transmission housing and the transmission is in turn driven by a cable driven by an electric motor.

Abstract: The improved motion-amplifying lever arrangement includes a pair of cooperating lobe members for effecting a mechanical advantage between the operating lever and an output cable during pivotal movement of the lever from an inoperative first position toward an operative second position, use being made of a spring clutch associated with the drive cam member for locking the lever in he brake-applied position, and a self-adjust device associated with the driven lobe cam member for removing cable slack when the operating lever is in the inoperative first position. In the preferred embodiment, the lobe members comprise lobe cams that are connected by a flexible strap of belt that extends between the cooperating cam surfaces and is secured at opposite ends to the cams, respectively.

Abstract: A foot pedal and pad assembly having a foot pedal, a pad positioned adjacent to the foot pedal, and fastener for securing the pad to the foot pedal. A resilient member is secured to the head portion of the fastener. A bracket member is positioned between the fastener member and the pad. The bracket member includes a hole for insertably receiving the fastener member, and a plurality of openings for insertably receiving a plurality of raised portions extending up from a base portion of the pad.

Abstract: A mounting for a control pedal in a motor vehicle includes a mounting bracket fixed relative to the vehicle having apertures defining an axis of rotation. The pedal has a hub defining a pivot axis. Spring loaded bearings in the hub are adapted to automatically snap axially outward from a first position to a second position, thereby rotatably connecting the pedal with the bracket, when the pivot axis is aligned with the axis of rotation. The axes are aligned by manipulating the pedal. Pedal end caps are snapped onto the hub and interposed between the hub and the bracket.

Abstract: One-piece pedal, such as a brake pedal or clutch pedal, which is produced in an injection molding process, and has two sections in the pedal body which are separated by way of a partition, the lower pedal section carrying the stepping plate being provided with reinforcing ribs in the longitudinal and transverse plane.

Abstract: A brake pedal operated manually by the driver, a driving arm connected to a brake cable, and a ratchet wheel driven by a motor are rotatably supported on a pedal shaft. A ratchet member, mounted on the driving arm, is meshed with the ratchet wheel. When the brake pedal is depressed in a direction A, the brake pedal and the driving arm are coupled to each other through a limiting device and the driving arm, with a locking recess 35.sub.1 urged by a locking pin, is turned in the direction A to operate a brake. When the driving arm is otherwise turned in the direction A, only the arm is turned in the direction A, with the brake pedal separated by the limiting device being left at the brake operating position and prevents the operating foot from being caught between the pedal and vehicle body while such driving arm is otherwise turned and such brake is applied.

Abstract: A control pedal, supported rotatably on a shaft located in the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle, is biased by a spring toward a free state position against a stop and is biased in the opposite rotary direction by a spring to assist the vehicle operator's effort in depressing the pedal. The spring, having a U-shaped cross section, includes outwardly extending legs that seat within recesses formed at one lateral side on the clutch pedal and at the opposite lateral side near a dash panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pedal for a motor vehicle, particularly a brake pedal.The pedal rod (50) is articulated on a pin borne by a yoke securely attached to the end of the control rod (56). According to one embodiment, the yoke and the pedal rod are held against the pin by a resilient system constituted by a spring-forming wire (100) which interacts with the surface (54) of the pedal rod and the ends of which are securely attached to the yoke.

Abstract: A foot operated electrical control has a generally rectangular housing for protectively enclosing operating components, formed by a base and a treadle-type cover that have overlying sets of opposed side walls. A mounting shaft extends through aligned holes formed through the side walls to mount the treadle on the base for relative pivotal movement between a normal "non-operated" position and a range of "operated" positions. The operating components include a pair of arms that are connected to the operating shaft for relative pivotal movement between an "off" position and a range of "operating" positions, a first spring that biases the arms toward their "off" position, and a second spring that biases one arm into engagement with the base and also biases the treadle toward its "non-operated" position. A variable resistance potentiometer connected to the one arm has a control shaft that mounts a pinion.

Abstract: An integrated brake/clutch arm and pedal pad combination for an automotive vehicle in which the arm is made of a plastic material and comprises an elongated lever body having an integral end portion formed to provide a pad holder. A pad also made of plastic material is molded to the pad holder and is of a somewhat softer material to provide frictional resistance and prevent a foot from slipping off. The plastic materials of the arm and pad are compatible and provide an integral bond when the pad and pad holder are molded together.

Abstract: A bulkhead separating an engine compartment from a driver compartment of a motor vehicle is provided with an intentional buckling zone. The buckling zone is arranged so that a frontal impact moves the bulkhead and a bearing mount for pedal levers in such a way that the pedal levers are moved away from the operator. In one embodiment the buckling zone is produced by weakening the bulkhead material by making it thinner or providing holes or tucks in the material. When the buckling zone buckles in a frontal collision the bearing mount pivots upwardly, moving the pedal levers away from the vehicle operator.

Abstract: A compensator couples a brake lever to a master cylinder piston. The compensator is configured as roller which has a pair of circular disks on opposite sides of a central body. A recess is formed in the brake lever and is open towards the master cylinder piston. The central body of the compensator is a movably received in the recess. The pair of disks are fixed to opposite sides of the body and the disks are engagable with an end face of the master cylinder piston. A portion of the brake lever is positioned between the disks and the distance between the disks is larger than a width of the portion of the brake lever. The central body has a spherical outer surface which is engagable with the brake lever. The compensator is preferably concentric about a central axis.

Abstract: A water saving device, implemented as a pair of spring loaded, normally-open shutoff valves inserted into the hot and cold water supply lines of a faucet, which are connected via a cable mechanism to a foot actuator. Actuating the mechanism causes the shutoff valves to close, interrupting any flow of water in the supply lines. Releasing the mechanism allows flow to resume. The shutoff valves are installed in series upstream of the normal hand-operated faucet valves. The user starts the water flow and adjusts the temperature of the water in the normal manner using the hand-operated faucet valves. When the user wishes to temporarily stop the water flow he or she steps on the foot pedal, thereby causing the shutoff valves to close. When the pedal is released the shutoff valves open and the water flow resumes at the same flow rate and temperature previously set by the user.

Abstract: An accelerator pedal device for a motor vehicle is provided with a pedal plate which is swivellably disposed on a pedal holding device in the form of a housing, and an adjusting device is connected with the pedal plate. The pedal holding device consists of an oblong housing comprising two half shells in which components of the adjusting device are held on bearing points molded on to the interior side. On the exterior side of the half shells, transversely extending catch hook strips are arranged, and, on a lower surface of the half shells facing the vehicle body, molded-on common centering domes are provided for the fastening and fixing of the position.

Abstract: The improved parking brake lever arrangement includes a pair of cooperating lobe members for effecting a mechanical advantage between the operating lever and the parking brake cable, use being made of a spring clutch associated with the drive lobe member for locking the lever in the brake-applied position, and a self-adjust device associated with the driven lobe member for removing cable slack when the operating lever is in the brake-released position. In the preferred embodiment, the lobe members comprise lobe cams that are connected by a flexible strap or belt that extends between the cooperating cam surfaces and is secured at opposite ends to the cams, respectively.

Abstract: A pull-pull foot control device for controlling the angular position of a trolling motor mounted for pivotal movement on a boat. The device including a base plate mounted in a spaced relation to the trolling motor, a pedal pivotally mounted on the base plate with a pulley mounted on the base plate rearwardly of the foot pedal, a first cable having one end connected to the foot pedal and the other end connected to the trolling motor, and a second cable having one end connected to the foot pedal and the other end connected to the other side of the trolling motor, the second cable being wrapped around the pulley so that pivotal motion of the foot pedal in one direction will pull the trolling motor in one direction and pivotal motion in the other direction will pull the motor in the other direction.

Abstract: A pedal extension assembly for attaching to standard existing pedals. In the illustrated embodiment, sleeve bearings supported by a base connector rod are coupled to adjustable support bars which, in turn are pivotally coupled to adjustable extension bars. An extension pedal extends from one end of the extension bar, the opposite end of the adjustable extension bar being coupled via a pedal coupling plate to the standard, manufacturer-installed pedal. When the extension pedal is depressed, the standard pedal is equally depressed with a 1-to-1 displacement between the pedals.

Abstract: An adjustable control pedal apparatus for a motor vehicle including an accelerator control pedal assembly and a brake control pedal assembly. A motor is positioned between the control pedal assemblies and includes a motor drive shaft driving first and second cables secured to the opposite ends of the drive shaft. The cables extend respectively to the brake and accelerator pedal assemblies so as to provide rotary cable movement at each pedal assembly. A transmission at each pedal assembly converts the rotary cable movement to rotary movement of a screw member which slidably adjusts a pedal arm along an adjuster member. As the pedal arm moves along the adjuster member, the pivot axis of the assembly is moved so as to maintain a substantially constant feel for the pedal irrespective of the adjusted position of the pedal arm. The pivot axis is moved by a cam pin driven by the pedal arm and received in a slot in a cam member carrying the pivot axis pin.

Abstract: A pedal for a vehicle has an integrally formed clevis, a central portion, and an integrally formed relatively flat foot engaging section. A lightweight, one-piece, extruded aluminum tubing with a thin wall and a round cross section is bent at an acute angle to form a clevis at its upper end and is bent at about a right angle at its lower end to form a foot engaging portion. A hydroforming process forms the walls of the clevis end and the central portion into a rectangular cross section and forces the walls of the lower end together to form a relatively flat, smooth, upper foot engaging surface and an undersurface with longitudinal ribs. Hexagonally configured apertures in opposing walls of the clevis receive a bushing having the same hexagonal configuration. A cut-out section communicates with the aperture in the two opposing walls, and the bushing is secured in the apertures by forcing together the walls adjacent to those with the apertures to close the gap in the cut-out sections.

Abstract: A pedal rod is made of two separate pieces, a rod part and a head part, joined together by a crimped joint having as many as six elements. The parts may be selectively plated and/or coated to provide environmental resistance or color coding.

Abstract: A foot control mechanism for a dental apparatus has a tiltable actuation member mounted on a base part and an arrangement for holding the tiltable actuation member in a neutral position, which requires sufficient force to move the actuation member in either direction from the neutral position to a switch position. To accomplish this, the structure includes a mounting arrangement utilizing a pair of spaced-apart bearings extending parallel to each other which bearings receive projections on the other element and, preferably, a catch member is provided which provides a resistant force from movement from the neutral position.

Abstract: A pedal bracket assembly translates pedal motion into a first switching motion without change of position being sensed by a position sensor. Additional pedal motion does not further change the switch position, but is translated into motion sensed by the position sensor. In this way, the switching function and position transducer functions are maintained independent one from the other, while allowing the two functions to be combined into a single sensor assembly.

Abstract: An accelerator pedal for electronic, "by wire" control which provides the customary feel of mechanical control systems heretofore predominantly in use including a hysteresis effect. Readily available simple mechanical components coupled to a sensing and transmitting device are employed.

Abstract: A supplementary device for vehicle pedal comprising an upper pedal piece having an open hole and a screw hole, a lower supporter having a slot on one end and a screw hole on the other end, and a locking plate located at the bottom of the lower supporter. Each end of the upper pedal piece and the locking plate are screwed, the slot of the lower supporter is inserted between the assembly, and the assembly is tightly screwed by bolts.

Abstract: A mounting for a control pedal in a motor vehicle includes a mounting bracket fixed relative to the vehicle having apertures defining an axis of rotation. The pedal has a hub defining a pivot axis. Spring loaded bearings in the hub are adapted to automatically snap axially outward from a first position to a second position, thereby rotatably connecting the pedal with the bracket, when the pivot axis is aligned with the axis of rotation. The axes are aligned by manipulating the pedal.

Abstract: A pedal bracket assembly translates pedal motion into a first switching motion without change of position being sensed by a position sensor. Additional pedal motion does not further change the switch position, but is translated into motion sensed by the position sensor. In this way, the switching function and position transducer functions are maintained independent one from the other, while allowing the two functions to be combined into a single sensor assembly.

Abstract: An adjustment device for an automobile control pedal which is capable of pivotably adjusting the control pedal relative to a datum point, such as the eyelet of a cylinder pushrod. The adjustment device allows the control pedal to be optimally positioned to suit the needs of a particular driver. The preferred control pedal can be pivotably attached to a frame in any conventional manner, such as with a pivot pin. The adjustment device is mounted alongside the control pedal and to the pushrod eyelet without the need of additional support hardware other than a link for maintaining a predetermined distance between the pushrod eyelet and the pivot pin of the control pedal. Consequently, the adjustment device can be readily adapted to fit conventional control pedal assemblies without significant modification. The adjustment device includes a camming device which slidably abuts the pedal arm such that rotation of the camming device causes pivotable movement of the pedal arm relative to the datum point.

Abstract: A one-way damper comprising, one forming member for forming an accommodating chamber, other forming member disposed opposite to the one forming member such that the one and other forming members form the accommodating chamber therebetween and the other forming member is rotatable relative to the one forming member, a coil spring wound around the other forming member, and a viscous fluid accommodated in the chamber.

Abstract: A pad for a pedal such as a brake pedal on an automotive vehicle is formed of two components, namely a body of a moldable, relatively soft material, and an insert of a relatively hard material having raised lettering on one surface. The body is molded about the insert in a manner such that the insert is completely encased in the body except for the tips of the lettering which project through and are visible at the surface of the body. The body and insert are formed of compatible materials, preferably including polypropylene, causing them to adhere and bond to one another after being molded together.

Abstract: An foot pedal switch assembly including a panel for mounting a foot pedal and a switching mechanism, wherein the panel includes a debris fence surrounding the switching mechanism and the pedal has a cap structure molded in the bottom to telescopically engage around the debris fence forming a substantially continuous barrier to the entry of dust and debris into the switching mechanism.

Abstract: A remote control lever module comprising a shaft rotatably mounted on a support. A friction pad has a pair or surfaces each of which frictionally resists rotation of the shaft with respect to the support and permits relative rotation between the shafts and the support. A bearing assembly is loosely fit about the shaft to assure that the shaft may rotate in the support.

Abstract: An adjustable foot pedal assembly for control of an industrial machine which is supported by a stand having legs includes a treadle plate rockably mounted on the foot pedal assembly beneath and longitudinal in relation to the stand, for operation of the industrial machine supported by the stand. The foot pedal assembly has a mechanism for selective transverse adjustment of the foot pedal assembly in relation to a longitudinal axis of the stand, connected to the legs of the stand, spacedly in relation to a floor, and a mechanism for selective vertical adjustment of the foot pedal assembly, in relation to the floor, connected to the means for selective transverse adjustment, and a mechanism for selective initial angle of tilt adjustment of the treadle plate.

Abstract: An electronic foot pedal for outputting an electrical signal proportional to the degree a treadle is pivoted. The electronic foot pedal has an improved spring arrangement for yieldably biasing the treadle toward its home position. Dual springs are provided, independently mounted and supplementary to each other. Each spring has an adequate biasing force to urge the treadle to its home position. The springs are of a ribbon-like material that are wound into a flat spiral. The springs are subjected mainly to bending forces and have flexure as the treadle is pivoted to its pivotal limits.

Abstract: A remote control lever module comprises an inner shaft coaxially located inside an outer shaft. The inner and outer shafts are rotatably mounted on a support and can rotate with respect to one another. A return mechanism is engageable with the inner and outer shafts enabling forward rotation of the inner shaft to cause forward rotation of the outer shaft. The return mechanism further enables extended forward rotation of the inner shaft with respect to the outer shaft, and urges backward rotation of the inner shaft to a rearmost position. The return mechanism limits backward rotation of the inner and outer shafts beyond a nonactuating position. A force spring urges the outer shaft to the nonactuating position. Sensors produce electrical signals proportional to the angular position of the inner and outer shafts. A friction pad can be disposed between the inner shaft and support to frictionally resist rotation of the inner shaft with respect to the support.

Abstract: A change speed pedal mechanism for controlling a transmission of a working vehicle comprises a first pedal pivotable on an axis extending transversely of a vehicle body, and a second pedal disposed adjacent the first pedal and pivotable on an axis extending longitudinally of the vehicle body. The first pedal is connected to the transmission such that its depression shifts the transmission in a forward accelerating direction. The second pedal includes a linkage arm extending to a position under the first pedal. When the second pedal is depressed, the linkage arm lifts the first pedal, thereby shifting the transmission in a backward accelerating direction.

Abstract: A bidirectional control arrangement for a vehicle comprising a seesaw type pedal including a forward drive depress pad and a backward drive depress pad for controlling a hydrostatic stepless transmission. A down-toe motion of an operator's foot applied to the forward drive depress pad controls the transmission for accelerating the vehicle forward, while a down-toe motion thereof applied to the backward drive depress pad controls the transmission to accelerate the vehicle backward. The forward and backward drive depress pads are spaced apart longitudinally of the vehicle and offset from each other transversely of the vehicle.

Abstract: An improved foot pedal for controlling the speed of a vehicle having a hydrostatic transmission has an adjustable inclination to reduce driver fatigue during extended periods of same speed operation and to accommodate drivers of various stature.

Abstract: A drive control system for an automobile which has a heel support pivot on the floor of the automobile at a position opposite to the brake pedal in front of driver's seat. The brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are placed on the circle drawn by the ball of the foot when the foot is rotated about the heel on the heel support pivot, thereby permitting the driver to selectively operate the brake pedal or the accelerator pedal by rotating the foot about the heel.

Abstract: A vehicle safety system for preventing unintended acceleration of motor vehicles due to the driver's pedal misapplication of depressing an accelerator instead of brakes against the driver's intention of stopping the vehicle. The system exploits the excessive pressure applied on the accelerator during a driver's pedal misapplication to reduce the engine speed and to apply the vehicle's brakes. The system is active only when excessive pressure is applied on the accelerator, and does not affect normal driving.

Abstract: An accelerator pedal device comprises a pedal lever having a pivot shaft which is pivotally supported by a fixed support bracket. The pedal lever is biased in such a direction that an upper part of the pedal lever approaches a fixed stopper member. A first auxiliary lever is pivotally supported by the pivot shaft and has a first upper portion located between the stopper member and the upper part of the pedal lever. A second auxiliary lever is pivotally supported by the pivot shaft and has a second upper portion located between the first upper portion and the upper part of the pedal lever. A first lost-motion mechanism is provided between the pedal lever and the second auxiliary lever, and a second lost-motion mechanism is provided between the second and first auxiliary levers.

Abstract: A structure of a pedal such as an acceleration pedal, a clutch pedal, or a brake pedal for a vehicle in provided. This structure includes generally a pedal pad detachably supported by a pedal arm, a housing integrally formed on the pedal pad, and a mass having a preselected weight for absorbing vibration transmitted through the pedal arm. The mass includes first and second sections, the first section is inserted into the housing to be retained in the pedal pad and the second section extends outside the housing. Thus, various types of masses having different widths in the exposed second section can be attached to the pedal pad to adjust the resonance frequency of the pedal arm.

Abstract: A pneumatic brake booster (10) capable of operating without being actuated by a pedal (14), possesses at least one fixed part (36) and a control rod (12) with which the pedal cooperates (14). A sleeve (30) bears against the pedal (14) and partially surrounds the control rod (12), the control rod (12) possesses a shoulder (32) forming a stop cooperating with the sleeve (30) at rest and when the brake booster is actuated by the pedal (14), and the sleeve (30) is loaded by a spring (34) maintaining the pedal (14) at a given distance from the fixed part (36) of the brake booster (10) while the pedal (14) is not actuated.

Abstract: A foot operated electrical control is disclosed with simulated aircraft rudder pedals coupled to potentiometers for providing signals to a microcomputer having a flight simulation program. The pedals are additionally linked to one another by slides and a rocker arm for simultaneous pedal travel in opposite directions. The potentiometers may provide cumulative signals determined by pedal displacement or distinct signals when functioning independently of one another. For this latter purpose a carrier block for the rocker arm is positionable out of engagement with the foot pedals. Opposed springs of the control serve to position the pedals in an upright static position. Each pedal is coupled to a potentiometer by spring and pedal biased slides with one of the slides in wiping contact with the pedal.

Abstract: A locationally adjustable pedal is provided for providing a force input to an automotive vehicle control.