Throttle control mechanism with haptic feedback
US7112107B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 26, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63H21/213
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A haptic throttle control mechanism includes a vibrating element that is connected in vibration transmitting relation with the control mechanism. The vibrating element can be a motor with an eccentric weight attached to its shaft or a piezoceramic component. The vibrating signal can be used to provide information to the operator of the marine vessel relating to the actual operating speed of the engine or, alternatively, it can be used to alert the operator of an alarm condition.
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