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Pedal device

US12269452B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 2023
Grant dateApr 8, 2025
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Expiry dateNov 2, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05G5/03
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pedal pad in an organ-type pedal device swings about a predetermined axis when stepped on by a driver's foot. A sensor unit outputs a signal corresponding to a swing angle of the pedal pad. A reaction force generation mechanism has an elastic member that generates a reaction force against a driver's pedaling force applied to the pedal pad. A first housing covers the reaction force generation mechanism, and an opening at least on one side. A second housing is provided on one side of the first housing in a swing direction of the pedal pad. Further, the first housing has a largest opening on a second housing side, which is closed by the second housing and into which the elastic member of the reaction force generation mechanism in a non-bending state is insertable.

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