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Pedal device

US12145441B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 28, 2023
Grant dateNov 19, 2024
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Expiry dateFeb 28, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60Y2400/412
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pedal device comprises a brake pedal, an accelerator pedal, a support member and an adjusting device. The brake pedal is operated to be depressed by a leg of a passenger, and an operation amount of a depressing operation of the brake pedal is transmitted as an electrical signal. The accelerator pedal is operated to be depressed by a leg of the passenger, and an operation amount of a depressing operation of the accelerator pedal is transmitted as an electrical signal. The support member is connected with the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal, respectively, to support the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal in a rotatable manner. The adjusting device adjusts a position or a posture of the pedal unit including the brake pedal, the accelerator pedal, and the support member.

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