Multiple-gain electronic brake actuator with trigger point inertial sensor
US5333948A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 22, 1993 |
| Grant date | Aug 2, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 22, 2013 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S188/01
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electronic controller for outputting pulses of current to actuate towed vehicle brakes includes a trigger point inertial sensor for varying the gain thereof. The trigger point inertial sensor includes a switch connected to the controller for switching the gain between two levels. In the preferred embodiment, the inertial sensor and switch comprise a mercury switch supported on a platform which is rotatable to adjust the switching threshold of the inertial sensor, and to adjust for the mounting position of the brake control.
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