Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Foot operated
Patent
1997-11-25
1999-06-22
Luong, Vinh T.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Foot operated
74512, 745015R, 745005, 74560, 74474, 74478, G05G 114
Patent
active
059139463
ABSTRACT:
An adjustable accelerator pedal apparatus allows the adjustment of a first end of a pedal lever (18) to accommodate operators having varying anatomical characteristics. The apparatus includes a an adjuster link (32) having a first end pivotally connected to a second point (33) on a rocker (28) a first end pivotally connected to a first ground point (36). An anchor link (44) is pivotally connected to a second ground point (46) at one end and a third point (50) of the rocker (28) at the opposite end. A cable (60) interconnects the pedal lever to the throttle linkage 66, thereby allowing actuation of the throttle (68) upon displacement of the pedal. The interconnection of the adjuster link and a second point (33) on the rocker form a virtual ground point (70) allowing the first end of the pedal lever (18) to be adjusted between first and second pedal positions.
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Brown Gregory P.
Ford Global Technologies Inc.
Luong Vinh T.
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