Pedal-supported friction device
US12145440B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2022 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05G2505/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicular pedal assembly includes a pedal housing with a mounting surface on a forward side for securement within a vehicle. A rotatable pedal has a proximal portion positioned in the pedal housing and a distal portion including a foot pad spaced from the pedal housing. The pedal is biased to a first limit position with respect to the pedal housing, and the distal portion is configured to be actuated from the first limit position in a forward direction. A friction system is provided for generating a resistance force against movement of the pedal toward and away from the first limit position. The friction system includes a friction lever having a friction pad, the friction lever being carried by the pedal and pivotable on the pedal to establish friction contact with a friction contact surface of the pedal housing.
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