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Hand lever with integrated controller

US6979278B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 27, 2003
Grant dateDec 27, 2005
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Expiry dateNov 8, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/2003
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention provides hand levers having integrated controllers. A hand lever according to the invention may include a housing and a horn controller that is adapted to be electrically connected to a horn. The horn controller, which may include a horn button, is coupled to the housing and is accessible from the exterior of the housing. The controller may also be a speed controller for controlling speed or cruise control. The hand lever is adapted to control at least one of transmission shift position and engine throttle.

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