Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Foot operated
Reexamination Certificate
2011-04-19
2011-04-19
Johnson, Vicky A (Department: 3656)
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Foot operated
Reexamination Certificate
active
07926383
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for preventing the brake pedal of a vehicle from being pushed rearward when an impact is externally applied to the brake pedal is provided. The apparatus includes a first bracket fastened to a cowl, a second bracket coupled to the first bracket and a master vac positioned beyond a dash panel, a brake pedal arm connected to a pushrod which is connected to the master vac, and rotatably installed on the second bracket, and push-prevention means hingedly coupled to the second bracket for rotating the brake pedal arm in a predetermined direction.
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Choi Jin-oh
Kang Seok
Edwards Angell Palmer & & Dodge LLP
Johnson Vicky A
Kim Kongsik
SL Corporation
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