Pedal assemblies for vehicle braking systems
US6361122B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 23, 1997 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05G5/03
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In a pedal assembly for a brake-by-wire vehicle braking system, feedback reaction means (10) is provided so that feedback to the driver through the pedal (3) provides comfortable feel, similar to the pedal feel achieved in a conventional hydraulic braking system fitted to a non-EBS equipped vehicle. The feedback reaction means may comprise a two-rate spring assembly (24, 26) or a variable rate spring assembly, in combination with a damper (40).
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